Betty Stephens
Columbia,MO
Summary
Seeking position as Teacher Assistant to support the Lead Teacher, providing a secure, affirming, consistent and educational climate to promote the development of children.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Title I Reading Teacher and Reading Specialist
Brashear Elementary School
08.1986 - 05.2012
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing guided reading groups and targeted literacy instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop individual, targeted lessons for specific skills
- Increased student motivation by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities in lesson plans.
- Supported struggling readers through individualized interventions and progress monitoring, leading to improved reading levels.
- Assessed student progress regularly using various assessment tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northeast Missouri State University (Truman)
Kirksville, MO05.1975
Master of Arts - Education
Northeast Missouri State University (now Truman)
Kirksville, MO05.1978
Skills
- Needs Assessment
- Group Instruction
- Teacher Collaboration
- Differentiated Instruction
- Reading Instruction
- Skills Assessment
- Parent-Teacher Relations
- Phonics Instruction
Timeline
Title I Reading Teacher and Reading Specialist
Brashear Elementary School
08.1986 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Education
Northeast Missouri State University (Truman)
Master of Arts - Education
Northeast Missouri State University (now Truman)