April Yarem
Moosic,PA
Summary
Experienced Reading Specialist with a proven track record at Greater Nanticoke Area School District, enhancing literacy through individualized support and targeted interventions. Skilled in phonics instruction and fostering collaborative learning environments, I effectively improved student reading fluency and comprehension, while maintaining strong parent-teacher communication to drive student success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Title 1 Reading Specialist
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
08.2010 - Current
- Assisted in developing individualized reading plans for students to enhance literacy skills.
- Supported classroom activities by implementing engaging reading interventions and strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students' reading challenges and recommend solutions.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions focused on improving comprehension and fluency.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adjust instructional approaches as necessary.
- Maintained documentation of student performance and communicated updates with parents and staff.
- Organized intervention materials efficiently, ensuring easy access for both students and staff members during instructional sessions.
- Enhanced student reading comprehension by implementing targeted instructional strategies and individualized support.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to specific students'' needs, resulting in improved reading skills.
- Facilitated small group instruction, allowing students to receive personalized attention and targeted support.
- Created a positive learning environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance with challenging material.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for teaching reading and supporting their professional growth.
- Adapted instructional strategies to accommodate students with special needs, ensuring equal access to high-quality literacy instruction.
- Established clear expectations for student behavior during small group instruction, promoting an atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Reviewed curricular resources such as leveled readers, supplemental texts, educational games, and digital tools to ensure alignment with Title 1 Reading objectives.
- Utilized technology effectively to enhance lessons and track student progress over time.
- Provided ongoing communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and available resources.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design and implement literacy interventions for struggling readers.
- Implemented research-based instructional methods that led to increased student achievement in reading fluency and comprehension.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Substitute Teacher
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
08.2008 - 08.2010
- Delivered engaging instructional lessons across various subjects to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Adapted lesson plans on-the-fly to meet students' needs and ensure curriculum alignment.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to create a supportive learning environment for all students.
Prevention Specialist
Wyoming Valley Alcohol And Drug Services
12.2004 - 02.2007
- Reduced substance abuse rates by implementing effective prevention strategies and educational programs.
- Established partnerships with schools, businesses, and government agencies to promote a coordinated response to substance abuse issues in the community.
- Conducted one on one sessions with students.
- Served as a member on the SAP Team.
- Analyzed program effectiveness through surveys and feedback to improve future initiatives.
Education
Master of Education - Reading
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA08-2010
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA08-2008
Administration of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
Dallas, PA06-2004
High School Diploma -
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
Nanticoke, PA06-2000
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Instructional coaching
- Parent-teacher communication
- Special education collaboration
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Response to intervention
- Reading assessment
- Fluency development
- Progress monitoring
- Guided reading
- Comprehension strategies
- Vocabulary expansion
- Reading motivation techniques
- Reading intervention strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- One-on-one support
- Small group instruction
- Individualized support
- Intervention planning
- Title 1 compliance
Timeline
Title 1 Reading Specialist
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
08.2010 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
08.2008 - 08.2010
Prevention Specialist
Wyoming Valley Alcohol And Drug Services
12.2004 - 02.2007
Master of Education - Reading
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Administration of Justice
Pennsylvania State University
High School Diploma -
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
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