I am an Advanced Academic Specialist and teacher of the Gifted and Talented in Texas. I've worked with kindergarten - fifth grade, and am currently focused on the upper elementary age (third-fifth grade).
I believe in meeting the needs of all learners, including the gifted learners, and supporting each child to reach their fullest potential. I don't believe in teaching to the test. I find value in authentic learning experiences, creativity, and student choice.
Yet to be added
I received both my undergraduate and master's degree from Texas Christian University. For my bachelor's degree,I studied Early Childhood Education with an emphasis on special education. I received my master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction of Language and Literacy. While completing my master's degree, I focused my research on differentiated instruction with a focus towards differentiating for the gifted learner.
Head to my Instagram @insidethegiftedclassroom to see many of my resources in action! When possible, I post pictures of my students working on the projects and activities I've created, along with pictures or videos of student work samples.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Specialty, Math, Other (Math), Science, Earth Sciences, Social Studies, Arts & Music, Other (Specialty), ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Character Education, Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Poetry, St. Patrick's Day, For All Subjects, Informational Text, For Administrators, End of Year, Engineering, Close Reading