For the past 12 years I have taught Life Skills Support at a local, public Junior High school. We focused on functional math, reading, social studies, science and prevocational training skills. We also participated in an Inclusion program for 8 years in both Social Studies and Science. This year is my first teaching a 12+ Transition program for adults with special needs at our local high school. We focus on functional math, reading and writing/typing skills as well as daily living, vocational training and community education.
I like providing a wide range of activity types for my students to utilize when learning and practicing skills. We have worked with tactile, paper-based, and digital activities. My students have always enjoyed participating in different interactive lessons and activities in all of their subjects. Differentiation is also key for student success!
Honestly, I love watching my students take strides in becoming more independent young adults!
I originally went to art school where I obtained my BFA in Photography and my Art teaching certificate. I went back to Grad School for my masters in Special Education.
I have two rescue cats, one of whom is deaf and two rescue dogs who constantly want to snuggle.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool
English Language Arts, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Basic Operations, Fractions, Science, Anatomy, Astronomy, Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Special Education, Geography, Other (ELA), Life Skills, For All Subjects, Classroom Management, Economics , Study Skills, General Science, Problem Solving, Writing, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Handwriting, Test Preparation