I've been teaching special education in ELA and math, K-8, for 14 years. Since I teach everything from the littlest learners to the middle schoolers, I am experienced in planning instruction for a wide range of curriculum. I'm currently teaching K-3rd, so most of my products are geared toward the primary grades.
As a special educator, I always start with the student and see what they know. I want to build on their knowledge, little by little, while making the instruction fun and memorable. I like to figure out ways to portray a concept in a totally different way than what they've been shown in the past. Sometimes, a lightbulb goes off. Those are my favorite moments!
Only the hugs I get from my kids.
I have a Bachelor's Degree in English and a Master's Degree in Special Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I am certified to teach from preK-12.
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Ainslee Labs is also a blog! I write quick classroom/teaching tips and show some detailed examples of my materials in use.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Reading, Spelling, Specialty, Math, Basic Operations, Fractions, Measurement, Numbers, Special Education, Other (ELA), Classroom Management, Character Education, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Autumn, Mental Math, Phonics
