Amanda Zieba, the founder of the Word Nerd Collaborative, a middle school ELA teacher membership, is an author, educator, content creator, transforming the educational experience for teachers and students. She has worked with educators around the world to increase student engagement and achievement while also helping tired teachers take a few things off their very full plate. With her Master's degree in education, additional reading teacher certification, and nearly two decades in the education field, Amanda has become a go-to expert for her peers. Her insights have been featured in The Week Jr., Nerdy Book Club Blog, the ASCD bulletin, and she has presented at educational (and writing) conferences, workshops and retreats across the country. You can learn more and connect with her at www.amandaizeba.com