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I have been teaching for over ten years now--from private schools abroad to all-boys charter schools and GT programs in the States, I've been lucky enough to teach a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds. I've taught everything from 7th grade to university.
While others may find it overwhelming or boring, I've always loved the curriculum development part of teaching. I love to see how I can make sure the kids are engaged, learning, and challenged.
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Americanah: Complete Unit Bundle [Distance Learning]
Americanah is one of my favorite novels, both to read and to teach; however when I first started teaching it four years ago, there were not many resources available, so I had to make pretty much everything I needed from scratch, and the result is this bundle. This unit bundle will take you completely from the beginning to the end of of the novel. It includes: Introductory unit notes Topic discussion guide and resources Individual chapter close reads Individual chapter quizzes A comprehensive c
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.11-12.1
, RL.11-12.2
, RL.11-12.3
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World Literature: Cultural Studies Research Project
In my World Literature course, I have students complete a year long Cultural Studies project. They pick a country/region with which they are not familiar and research it to better understand a different perspective. They have to then write a ten page research paper focusing on aspects of what they have learned. I usually complete this paper with juniors and seniors, but it can completely be adapted for different age and grade levels; the ultimate message--of learning about perspectives other tha
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Geography
CCSS
W.9-10.2
, W.9-10.2a
, W.9-10.2b
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Also included in:Â World Literature: Cultural Studies Full Packet [With Bonus Sample Essay]
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Experience
I have been teaching for over ten years now--from private schools abroad to all-boys charter schools and GT programs in the States, I've been lucky enough to teach a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds. I've taught everything from 7th grade to university.
While others may find it overwhelming or boring, I've always loved the curriculum development part of teaching. I love to see how I can make sure the kids are engaged, learning, and challenged.
Teaching style
I am passionate about what I do and try to bring that passion into the classroom. I really want students to be engaged and challenged, but most of all, I want them to step outside their box and comfort zone. I value diversity and I try to act as I preach and bring diversity into the classroom--through literature, through learning styles, and through my approach. I want students to see perspectives beyond theirs and to learn empathy through the stories of others.
Awards & shining teacher moments
2020 Outstanding Colorado Educator
My own education history
My parents were in the Army, so I moved around a lot as a kid, which meant moving schools pretty often. It's hard to stay consistent in your learning when you don't go to the same school for more than two years at most. But, luckily, I found a love of learning through reading.
I attended East Carolina University for undergraduate and graduate school. I have a BS in English Education and a MA in English. I have a license for 7-12 ELA, as well as a license as a Gifted and Talented Specialist.
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