Brenda Jones
Charlevoix
Summary
Dedicated K-5 Reading Interventionist with expertise in phonics instruction and response to intervention. Proven ability to enhance literacy skills through tailored strategies and progress monitoring.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
K-5 Reading Interventionist
Central Lake Public School
Central Lake, MI
09.2017 - 08.2025
- Designed and implemented targeted reading interventions to enhance student literacy skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students' reading challenges and develop customized support plans.
- Utilized assessment data to track student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- 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.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
Reading Corp Coach
Central Lake Public School
Central Lake, MI
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Analyzed student assessment data to identify literacy trends and inform instructional practices.
- Collaborated with school leadership to integrate literacy initiatives into overall educational goals.
- Evaluated program effectiveness, adapting strategies based on feedback and observed outcomes.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Analyzed student assessment data, providing insights for tailored instruction and support.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Elementary Teacher
Central Lake Public School
Central Lake, MI
06.1994 - 08.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and educational needs.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to support student academic progress and behavioral development.
- Integrated technology into instruction, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, ensuring accurate tracking of progress.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
Education
Masters in Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI06-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope College
Holland, MI05-1987
Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA) - Early Childhood Education
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI06-1996
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Vocabulary building
- Student records management
- Orton-Gilllingham approach
- Formative assessment
- Skills assessment
- Response to intervention
- Leveled literacy intervention
- Research-based practices
- Small group instruction
- Phonemic awareness
- Progress monitoring
- Intervention planning
- Title 1 compliance
- Intervention strategies
- Skilled in UFLI
Timeline
Reading Corp Coach
Central Lake Public School
09.2020 - 06.2024
K-5 Reading Interventionist
Central Lake Public School
09.2017 - 08.2025
Elementary Teacher
Central Lake Public School
06.1994 - 08.2017
Masters in Elementary Education - Elementary Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Hope College
Early Childhood Endorsement (ZA) - Early Childhood Education
Central Michigan University