I have experience as a general education teacher, special education teacher and counselor. I love ideas that are simple but effective. I am motivated by attention getters and lessons with lasting impacts. I like to leave my students with something to think about! I try to incorporate my humor, creativity and love for students into everything I do!
We all look for those light bulb moments in education- the moment when you see a student grasp a concept, think in a new way, or learn a new skill. Every item I create is geared towards generating new light in student's minds and hearts. It is essential to me that my lessons leave a lasting impact. My goal is to promote a sense of wonder and natural curiosity about concepts. I feel that it is our duty to not only teach academics but to strengthen children's social and emotional skills as well.
2018, County Counselor of the Year 2019, Virginia Counselor of the Year
Certified in NK-12 with a masters in counseling Licensed in play therapy Licensed teacher (NK-8 and SPED)
I have attended several national PBIS conferences as well as Counseling conferences. I have led professional development seminars in areas of behavior, RtI, PBIS, disability awareness, data collection, etc. I have been a consultant on Check-in Check-out as well as a school facilitator.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Specialty, Math, Fractions, Measurement, Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Other (Specialty), Life Skills, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Character Education, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Writing, Oral Communication, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Student Council, For Administrators, Test Preparation, School Psychology, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning