Angelica Melendez
Pasco
Summary
Dedicated Reading Intervention Teacher with a strong focus on individualized support, progress monitoring, and assessment. Proven ability to enhance student literacy through tailored instruction and collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pasco School District
Pasco, WA
04.2022 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with students by building trust through consistent encouragement and feedback.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, using assessment data to inform future instructional planning.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
2nd Grade Teacher
Pasco School District
Pasco, WA
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Health and Fitness Teacher
Pasco School District
Pasco, WA
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Assessed student physical fitness levels and adjusted objectives according to successes.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pasco School District
Pasco, WA
09.2007 - 08.2019
- Developed individualized reading intervention plans to address diverse student needs.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments and interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance reading proficiency.
- Established positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Development
Heritage College
Toppenish, WA05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Reading
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06-1999
Skills
- Leveled literacy intervention
- Phonics instruction
- Reading recovery
- Small group instruction
- Individualized support
- Progress monitoring
- Assessments
- Reading instruction
Certification
Reading Recovery/Descubriendo la Lectura Trained
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pasco School District
04.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Pasco School District
11.2021 - 03.2022
Health and Fitness Teacher
Pasco School District
09.2019 - 08.2021
Reading Intervention Teacher
Pasco School District
09.2007 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Professional Development
Heritage College
Bachelor of Arts - Reading
Eastern Washington University