Amy Webster
Orleans,Massachusetts
Summary
Knowledgeable reading and math Interventionist bringing 20+ years of education experience. Flexible and adaptable approach to meet student needs. I am a compassionate educator dedicated to helping students improve social emotional and academic abilities in order to better capitalize on available educational opportunities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Teacher
City Of Springfield, MA
Springfield Public Schools
08.2018 - 06.2024
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- 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.
- 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.
- Administered tests before, during, and after program interventions.
- Used specialized software programs such as I-Ready and SIPPS and assistive devices to further goals.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives promoting academic excellence by participating in professional development workshops and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Served as a mentor to new educators within the school community, providing guidance on effective teaching practices and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Arkansas State University
Arkansas06.2022
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Westfield State College
Westfield, MA05.1998
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Testing understanding
- Progress Monitoring
- IEP compliance
- Flexible approach
- Student Engagement
- Teacher Collaboration
- Classroom Management
- Academic Support
- Small Group Instruction
- Math Intervention
- Reading Intervention
- Positive Role Model
Certification
- Licensed Elementary Teacher - 2001-2024
- Literacy Lab Training - 2018-2024
Additional Information
Volunteered as the Literacy Lab internal coach in my school for the Americorps Literacy Program for the last 6 years. Worked as the coach and mentor for Americorps students to guide them in math and literacy tutoring for students in pre-k to grade 3.
Timeline
Intervention Teacher
City Of Springfield, MA
08.2018 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Reading Teacher Education
Arkansas State University
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Westfield State College