Bertha Williams
North Miami Beach,USA
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in reading intervention and literacy development. Deep understanding of instructional strategies and assessment techniques to support diverse learning needs. Known for fostering collaborative environment and driving student success. Adaptable and reliable with focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Phillis Wheatley Elementary
Miami, FL
11.2024 - 05.2026
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and support staff to foster a cohesive support system.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Maintained detailed intervention records and documented student growth patterns.
- Modeled reading strategies for students to build independent learning habits.
- Communicated intervention recommendations with staff and families to support literacy goals.
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Built strong relationships with parents, establishing open communication lines and sharing resources to reinforce at-home practice of learned skills.
- Developed personalized lesson plans that focused on specific areas of improvement for each student, leading to significant progress in reading skills.
- Implemented multi-sensory teaching techniques to engage various learning styles, increasing overall comprehension levels among students.
- Increased student literacy rates by utilizing research-based instructional methods and materials.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
- Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results.
Educator
Eneida M. Hartner Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Facilitated learning for first grade students, focusing on foundational skills. Teacher (Self Contain) Implementing Schools’
- Literacy Program Accelerated Reader Utilized ABC Mouse in kindergarten curriculum to support early learning and engagement
- First Grade
- Provided instruction and support to kindergarten students. overflow class co- teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Kindergarten overflow
- Kindergarten (self-contain)
- First Grade Math Teacher
- Kindergarten ELA ICAD 2019
2nd Grade Reading Teacher
Carrie P. Meek/K8 Center :2020-2021
Miami, FL
08.2010 - 06.2018
- Delivered differentiated reading instruction aligned with curriculum standards and student achievement goals.
- Assessed reading levels and adjusted lessons to address individual learning gaps.
- Monitored student progress using formative assessments and instructional data.
- Developed targeted intervention strategies for struggling readers and advanced learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to strengthen literacy instruction across grade levels.
- Integrated phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension into daily lessons.
- Mentored students through guided practice, independent reading, and reading conferences.
- Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
- Contributed to school-wide literacy initiatives by participating in committees focused on curriculum development, assessment practices, and teacher training programs.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through the use of higher-level questioning techniques during class discussions and written assignments.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
Educator
Frederick Douglass Elementary School
08.1987 - 06.2010
- 1st Grade Teacher (ELA) Reading Lang. Arts, Social Studies 1987 -2000
- 2nd Grade Teacher Self contain 1999 -2000
- ESOL Pull Out Teacher 1988-1995
- Peer Teacher 1988-1995
- Mentor for America Reads 1993-1994
- Mentor for Mini-Cops (University students)
- Served as alternate steward for UTD, facilitating communication and support among faculty members.1989-1994
- Activity Director 1995-2007
- Teacher of the Year 2003-2004
- ABCD Award (Above Beyond the Cause of Duty) 2000-2001
- UTD Alternate Stewart1989-1994
- UTD Alternate Stewart 2014 Present
- Provided mentorship for MINT program students, guiding them in academic and personal development.2017-2018
- Assisted international change students at Barry University, helping them navigate academic and cultural challenges. 2017-2019 (Present) Barry University
Education
Master of Education - Curriculum Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS06-1983
Skills
- Orton-Gillingham method
- Phonics instruction
- Guided reading
- Literacy intervention
- Literacy intervention
- Intervention response
- Individualized learning
- Skills assessment
- Reading groups
- Vocabulary building
- Evidence-based practices
- Student supervision
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Phillis Wheatley Elementary
11.2024 - 05.2026
Educator
Eneida M. Hartner Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2021
2nd Grade Reading Teacher
Carrie P. Meek/K8 Center :2020-2021
08.2010 - 06.2018
Educator
Frederick Douglass Elementary School
08.1987 - 06.2010
Master of Education - Curriculum Instruction
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi Valley State University