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By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest 
By The Word Nest I am a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience working with Preschool - 5th grade! I am super passionate about the intersection of language and literacy, so you will see that many of my materials have a strong foundation in phonics instruction.
I love play-based therapy! I strongly believe in building rapport, ensuring my students are regulated, and increasing engagement through fun, motivating activities.
MS CCC-SLP Orton Gillingham Trained Associate
I initially went to school for Early Childhood Education because I've always known I wanted to help shape young minds. While interning in a kindergarten classroom with 31 students, I found my true passion in special education. I love the individualized instruction and helping all students achieve success regardless of learning differences. Specifically, I was drawn to the area of language and helping others to communicate effectively across settings. I went on to get my Bachelor's Degree in Communicative Disorders and my Master's in Speech-Language Pathology. I also spent time while in grad school to become trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach because I found my niche in literacy.
Welcome to the nest! The inspiration for the name "The Word Nest," apart from being a play on words, was my desire to create a place with comfortable and cozy vibe where I could share educational resources. Comfort is something I value in every aspect of my life. At work, I strive to foster an environment where my students feel comfortable and safe. The speech room is a retreat for many of the kiddos I work with. Similarly, I wanted to establish an online presence that can be a familiar spot that other educators can resort to for materials and inspiration. Words are my outlet, my safety net and my magic - it's about time I share them.
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Specialty, Special Education, Writing, Oral Communication, Holidays/Seasonal, Speech Therapy, Winter, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Early Intervention, Phonics
