Barb Pease
Deale,MD
Summary
Innovative literacy coach known for strong program implementation and student engagement skills. Experience in guiding educators and developing tailored instructional strategies to meet diverse literacy needs and improve student performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Coach
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2025 - Current
- Supported over 58 classroom teachers in implementing evidence-based literacy strategies.
- Collaborated with educators to create personalized learning strategies aimed at improving reading skills in two schools.
- Conducted assessments to identify student literacy needs and progress.
- Organized and led professional development workshops focused on enhancing literacy instruction techniques.
- Monitored student data for over 1,100 students to inform instructional decisions and interventions.
- Provided resources and tools to enhance literacy instruction in classrooms.
- Facilitated knowledge transfer to new educators and experienced educators by sharing best practices in curriculum planning and effective classroom management.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
Classroom Teacher
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for over 25 years in three districts.
- Facilitated a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, employing conflict resolution techniques as needed..
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching methodologies and educational practices.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
LETRS Coach
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with educators to interpret school data and guide effective instructional practices.
- Created comprehensive resources for teachers aimed at improving literacy outcomes for students facing reading challenges.
- Designed and delivered professional development workshops to enhance classroom engagement and improve student test performance.
- Acquired expertise in facilitating LETRS sessions to enhance literacy instruction.
- Engaged in ongoing education in the Science of Reading and LETRS to improve instruction and student outcomes.
- Facilitated community engagement and family involvement through the implementation of seven literacy nights.
Reading Interventionist
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
08.2003 - 08.2004
- Developed personalized reading intervention plans for diverse student needs.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Provided targeted one-on-one and small group instruction to enhance reading skills.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify trends and inform instructional decisions.
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading for over 60 struggling learners.
Education
Master of Science - Education- Specialty in Professional Development
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2014
Skills
- Classroom management
- Instructional coaching
- Instructional planning
- Reading strategies
- Early childhood literacy
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Program implementation
- Data-driven instruction
Timeline
Literacy Coach
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2024 - 08.2025
LETRS Coach
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2023 - 08.2024
Reading Interventionist
Calvert County Public Schools
08.2003 - 08.2004
Master of Science - Education- Specialty in Professional Development
Walden University