By Ali St. Amour
Hi, I'm Ali
So, picture this: as a little girl, I had this big dream of becoming a teacher. I mean, I was that kid who would line up all her stuffed animals and dolls for a makeshift classroom lesson. Fast forward a couple of years, and bam! I'm standing in my very own classroom, pinching myself to make sure it's real. It was one of those "I made it" moments that made my heart sing.
But here's the twist: somewhere along the way, I stumbled upon this whole new world of technology and digital content creation. And boy, did it light a fire in me! The real "Aha!" moment hit when the pandemic came knocking, and suddenly, everything needed to go digital. It was like the universe saying, "Hey, here's your chance to explore something new!"
So, armed with my passion for teaching and a newfound love for all things digital, I dove headfirst into self-learning. I spent hours tinkering with different platforms, figuring out the ropes, and fine-tuning my skills. Before I knew it, I found myself starting my own e-commerce store, selling digital creations born out of my love for both teaching and tech.
Here's the kicker: this journey led me to where I am today, itching to step into a whole new world I never knew existed back when I was that wide-eyed five-year-old dreaming of her own classroom. Now, thanks to the internet, I've got this amazing chance to sprinkle some digital magic into classrooms across the globe!
Digital Content Creation
Check out the wide range of resources I have created!
Crafting digital educational resources is my jam! It's where I get to let loose with my creativity and whip up a whole range of materials that spice up the learning experience. From e-learning courses to interactive digital book projects and eye-catching presentations to informative infographics, I'm all about making education fun and effective.
To spread the love, I've set up my own store, Ali+, on Teachers Pay Teachers. Now fellow educators can snag my creations to jazz up their own classrooms. This journey has been a wild ride, from simple classroom posters to transforming into creating immersive learning spaces that ignite students' excitement for learning.
Keeping up with the latest trends and tech lets me keep my resource game strong. This means I'm always cooking up fresh ideas that cater to the ever-evolving needs of educators and learners in today's digital world.
Digital Book Projects
Jump into the dynamic world of Book Creator projects that I weave into my classroom curriculum every single year! Crafting assignments isn't just about guiding students—it's also about becoming an expert on the platform's features and functionalities myself. With over six years of experience using Book Creator, I've seen it evolve through constant updates and expansions. This platform's growth fuels my passion for leading district-wide professional development sessions and seamlessly integrating Book Creator into a variety of projects throughout the school year. Whether it's book reviews, poetry, survival guides, or biographies, there's a project waiting for every student to unleash their creativity.
Education
2018
Master in Literacy Education
Syracuse University
2017
Bachelor in Inclusive Elementary and Special Education
Syracuse University
2013
Advance Regents Diploma
Jamesville Dewitt High School
2022
Literacy Birth - Grade 6
Professional Ceritfication
2022
Childhood Education Grades 1-6
Professional Ceritfication
2018
Literacy Grades 5-12
Initial Ceritfication
2018
Students with Disabilities
Grades 1-6
Initial Ceritfication
Certifications
Experience
2022- Present
EDUCATION CONTENT CREATOR AND MANAGER
Teacher’s Pay Teachers
2018- Present
Educator
Wellwood Middle School
2021- Present
Tutor
Freelance
2019-2021
Research & Teaching Assistant
Syracuse Univeristy
2024 Ali St. Amour