Amanda Garrison

Provides intervention supports and monitors progress monitoring for Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 students.
Supports all Intervention Specialists in implementing Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 supports.
Attends students’ eligibility meetings for Special Education.
Gathers weekly Progress Monitoring data points including Reading Fluency, Reading Comprehension, Language, Written Expression for each Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 student.
Creates standards-based interventions in Math and ELA per grade level requirements.
Attends SST meetings.
Emails communication to student families.
Attends school and district meetings.
Assists MTSS Supervisor and Coordinator with gathering data for Special Education referrals.
Takes ownership for student’s academic progress and attendance, communicating high expectations and showing active interest in student’s achievement.
Makes self open and available to be coached on a regular basis with administrators and instructional coaches.
Meets with administration, collaborating teachers, students, and parents/Learning Coaches to discuss student progress and instructional supports through the MTSS process.
Analyzes student data to support evidence of instructional support decisions

• Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
• Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
• Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
• Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
• Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
• Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
• Utilized diverse approaches in teaching, technology, and behavior modification.
• Created tools for instruction and behavioral support.
• Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
• Helped students prepare for standardized tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
• Played active role in school-wide literacy initiatives, collaborating with other educators to promote a campus culture of continuous improvement in reading proficiency.
• Contributed to positive school culture by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
• Facilitated communication between parents and school personnel regarding student progress and available resources for additional support.
• Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches accordingly.
• Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in reading intervention, using new knowledge to enhance curriculum effectiveness.
• Enhanced student engagement with creative, hands-on activities in the classroom.
• Mentored new teachers in best practices for reading intervention instruction, enhancing their teaching skills and ensuring consistency across grade levels.
• Improved overall literacy rates by implementing research-based reading intervention strategies.
• Maintained accurate records of student performance, using assessment data to inform future instructional planning and report progress to stakeholders effectively.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective reading intervention programs for struggling students.
• Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
• Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.

• Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
• Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
• Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
• Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
• Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
• Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
• Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
• Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
• Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
• Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.

• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
• Assessed student understanding regularly using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
• Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
• Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
• Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
• Promoted positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations.
• Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
• Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, improving overall classroom performance in standardized tests.
• Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
• Established strong parent-teacher relationships to ensure open lines of communication regarding student progress and needs.
• Boosted confidence in mathematical concepts by employing hands-on activities and real-world applications.

• Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, collaboration, and open communication among students.
• Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
• Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
• Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
• Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts, and in-depth subject matter.
• Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
• Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
• Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
• Supported student success by providing personalized attention and targeted feedback on assignments.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.