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Hey 👋 I’m Rachel. I’m a 4th grade teacher who sha

Hey 👋 I’m Rachel.
I’m a 4th grade teacher who shares realistic systems and routines for 3rd–5th grade classrooms.
Think: less chaos, more structure, and nothing that requires a personality transplant to pull off.
If you’re:
• tired of overcomplicated classroom “hacks”
• craving systems that actually work mid-year
• trying to teach well and keep your sanity
You’re in the right place.
I’m stepping back from Instagram for a bit and simplifying where I show up. No drama. Just focus.
👉 Check the next two pinned posts to see where I am sharing and what I recommend starting with.

Instagram isn’t my main hangout anymore. YouTube i

Instagram isn’t my main hangout anymore.
YouTube is.
In 2026, that’s where I’m sharing:
• full classroom routines
• behavior and management systems
• realistic walkthroughs you can actually use
• the stuff that doesn’t fit in a 7-second Reel
If you’ve ever wished I could just slow down and explain it, YouTube is where that happens.
🎥 New videos go up there (without the algorithm chaos).
➡️ Subscribe using the link in my bio
➡️ Start with: Simple Classroom Management Tricks That Actually Work!
I’ll see you there.

Short on time? Start here. These are the resource

Short on time? Start here.
These are the resources teachers come back for again and again:
• practical classroom systems
• simple routines that stick
• no-prep or low-prep support for real school days
🎁 Grab my free resources (linked in bio) if you teach 3rd–5th grade and want things to feel more manageable.
I may be quieter here, but I’m still sharing:
• on YouTube
• through email
• with resources designed for actual classrooms
Take what you need. Save what helps.
And when you’re ready, I’ll be there.

Coming back after winter break is… a whole vibe. 😅

✨ New year, fresh start, happy teacher! ✨ If you’r

✨ New year, fresh start, happy teacher! ✨
If you’re looking to kick off January with activities that actually help your students reset, refocus, and ease back into routine, I’ve got you covered!
📝 Welcome Back From Break Pack – low-prep activities to transition smoothly
🌟 One Little Word – help students choose a meaningful word for the year
🎯 Goal Setting Mini-Lessons – teach students how to set goals they’ll actually stick to
🖋️ New Year Poetry Writing Pages – creative + reflective writing to start 2025 strong
These are fun, simple, and perfect for that first week back when everyone’s still getting back into the swing of school. 😅
📲 Grab what you need > links in bio!
#NewYearInTheClassroom #UpperElementary #GoalSettingForKids #OneLittleWord #BackFromBreak #TeacherResources

📚✨ Calling all 3rd-5th grade teachers! I've got a

📚✨ Calling all 3rd-5th grade teachers! I've got a FREE Scope and Sequence just for you! 🎉 It includes pacing guides for math, reading & writing, word study, and grammar to help you stay organized and stress-free all year long. 🙌🏼 Get ready to streamline your planning and keep your classroom on track—grab your freebie now! 📝💡 #TeacherFreebies #ScopeAndSequence #LessonPlanningMadeEasy

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