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I help new teachers discover how to run an efficient and effective classroom so they can thrive during their first years of teaching.

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Setting your students up for success in the classroom

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Keeping the classroom organized and functional

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I can’t really remember a time when I didn’t want to be a teacher, however, reality set in quickly for me, and everything I imagined that teaching was going to be...wasn’t. It was so bad, I almost walked away from teaching. But over 16 years later...I'm thriving in the classroom. And you can too!

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Another week down...only 5 more weeks till Spring

Another week down...only 5 more weeks till Spring break....can’t come soon enough!! When’s your spring break?

What do you use to keep your students organized?

What do you use to keep your students organized? We are using these boxes that used to hold all of our books. But since we can’t use our cubbies...we had to change things up!! Is that not a metaphor for this crazy year or what?! 🤪

I’ve really struggled this year... I’ve strug

I’ve really struggled this year... I’ve struggled to enjoy teaching this year. And because of that, I’ve stayed away for social media for the most part. I’ve struggled with not wanting to hear about the amazing things others are doing because it made me feel sad that I wasn’t excited. I’ve struggled with not being able to hear about other teachers struggles because it would make me feel worse. But I will say for the first time since August there’s hope because slowly but surely my creativity is peeking through. I hope it sticks around. I’m sorry I haven’t been around lately...I just didn’t think it would be this hard.

Hi, I'm Rachel! It’s been a hot minute since I’ve posted on IG let alone introduced myself so here’s 5 random facts about me! Can you relate to any of these?!
1️⃣ I’m 5'10" and have to air dry all my pants 💁🏻‍♀️
2️⃣ Napping is my favorite sport and I'm pretty good at it!😴
3️⃣ I’m addicting to watching stay at home mommy YouTubers and I’m neither of those thing! 🤷🏻‍♀️
4️⃣ I probably won’t go but I still want to be invited 🤪
5️⃣ I like mint and chocolate but not together!😝

What’s your favorite December read aloud? I have

What’s your favorite December read aloud? I have so many I can’t decide! 😍

Are you a fan of teaching poetry?! ❓❓It’s ac

Are you a fan of teaching poetry?! ❓❓It’s actually one of my favorite things to teach!! Tell me I’m not the only one!

Our class store is now digital and I’m wondering

Our class store is now digital and I’m wondering why I didn’t do this sooner!! 🙌🏻 What’s one thing you’re doing differently this year that’s actually better than before?!

I might have forgot to bring this home to prep for

I might have forgot to bring this home to prep for tomorrow but I made a list of each day so it should only take me a few minutes to set up! It’s my favorite way to add a little holiday joy each day. 🎄🎅🏻

SWIPE to check out the Black Friday Deals that are

SWIPE to check out the Black Friday Deals that are still happening!! 3 of my best selling products are 50% off today!! Grab the link in my bio > @msrachelvincent

Happy Thanksgiving!!! Hope you have a wonderful da

Happy Thanksgiving!!! Hope you have a wonderful day!! 🧡💛🤎

Even in this crazy year, I have so much to be than

Even in this crazy year, I have so much to be thankful for. The gorgeous fall we had is definitely on my list!! What are you thankful for?

I got this note in my box today from one of my stu

I got this note in my box today from one of my students last year. I made me cry because this class was amazing and I never got to really say goodbye and I miss them! And sometimes you just need to hear that you are making a difference.

I love finding new books to share with my students

I love finding new books to share with my students and you!! This book is so cute and has several life lessons that would be great for morning meetings!! Check out @bethatspark and my stories for more details!

For the first 144 years of America, a woman was no

For the first 144 years of America, a woman was not allowed to vote. I don’t take that lightly and will always vote, no matter what! #teachersvote #womenvote

Are you team chocolate or team confection? I’m a

Are you team chocolate or team confection? I’m a chocolate girl for sure! 🍫 I'm so happy I added the digitial version to our our history of candy research project!! I can’t wait to use it with my students this year!! 🍭 🍬

What would you do?! ⁉️ My daily cart has not h

What would you do?! ⁉️ My daily cart has not had the same attention this year! 🙁 It used to hold my copies for each day but since having less papers and being in a hybrid schedule I just haven’t really used it. It’s making me wonder if I should repurpose it is just wait until next year when things hopefully return to normal? 🤔

In love with my new sign from @simplystainedshop T

In love with my new sign from @simplystainedshop They have the cutest wood signs and decor!!! And just for being awesome you can save 15% when you use my code RACHEL15 😍😍😍

Fall has quickly become one of my favorite seasons

Fall has quickly become one of my favorite seasons. If I’m being honest, I never really experienced fall. I lived near the coast of South Carolina my entire life, so fall for us was when the temperature dropped into the 80’s. After 36 years, I moved to the upstate near the mountains and now I know what fall really is and all I can say is I AM IN LOVE!! 🍁🍂 What’s your favorite season?

We started multiplication with area model. When I

We started multiplication with area model. When I first moved to 4th grade, I was so nervouse to teach this because I didn't get it, but now I see the benefits of using strategies like this to teach multiplication. One way I try to engage students in tougher concepts is letting them write on their desks with dry erase markers. It's such a simple engagement trick! What do you do to spice up your tougher lessons?

Just your midweek reminder that...you've got this!

Just your midweek reminder that...you've got this!! You can handle anything that comes your way!!