| Every day I see or I hear something that more or less kills me with delight -- Mary Oliver, from "Mindful" |
By In the Reading Writing Zone 20 Years teaching Middle and Secondary Language Arts and Social Studies, Physical Education, Special Education. Conference Presenter on Literacy Strategies, Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. Curriculum Developer at the Middle and Secondary level. Coached High School and College teams in various sports, including Rowing and Track & Field.
Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. I teach a variety of students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Teaching resources aim to reach a continuum of learners, using flexible and engaging strategies.
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Honours Bachelor of Arts (English Literature, Women's Studies); Masters of Arts (English Literature; Master's Thesis on Don DeLillo); Bachelor of Education (English and Social Studies); Diploma in Special Education.
I read widely, always with my students in mind. I believe in quality curriculum and bringing the finest materials to the classroom so I can reach ALL learners.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math), Science, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Civics, Government, European History, World History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, Drama, Career and Technical Education, Health, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Life Skills, Religion, Critical Thinking, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Psychology, General Science, Cooking, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Poetry, Black History Month, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Test Preparation, School Psychology, Close Reading, Classroom Community
