Brenda Spoonhour
Summary
Professional with strong background in educational support and behavior intervention. Skilled in developing tailored strategies to address individual learning needs, fostering collaborative environment, and ensuring positive outcomes. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and results-driven approach. Proficient in data analysis, team management, and conflict resolution. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Interventionist/Specialist
Central Dauphin School District
628 Rutherford Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17109
12.2023 - Current
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, ensuring timely reporting of progress reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Created an inclusive learning atmosphere by adapting instruction to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Enhanced communication between teachers, parents, and support staff by coordinating regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in educational interventions and instructional methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum materials for use in intervention programs, ensuring alignment with state standards.
- Incorporated research-based instructional practices into daily lessons, ensuring effective teaching strategies were utilized.
- Completed required documentation such as evaluations, treatment notes, and exit summaries.
- Served as a liaison between school administrators, teachers, and families regarding intervention services and available resources.
- Streamlined data collection processes for better tracking of student growth and achievement in intervention programs.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources and guidance on differentiation techniques for diverse learners.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify student needs and create tailored intervention plans.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Observed staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Summer School Director- Grades 6-8
Central Dauphin School District
03.2023 - Current
- Interviewed, hired, and trained an instructional staff of 20
- Designed and implemented attendance, grading, and progress monitoring policies and strategies for a virtual learning student population of 198 students
- Created a learning schedule for 198 students
- Observed and monitored daily virtual instructional practices
- Partnered with teachers and parents to handle disciplinary concerns utilizing The CDSD Code of Conduct, Progressive Discipline and Restorative Practice
- Partnered with Guidance Counselors to ensure appropriate registration activities and documentation
- Partnered with Special Education Supervisors to ensure Federal Guidelines were being met for all students with Individualized Education Plans
- Designed and implemented an incentive program for staff and students
Elementary Teacher- Grade 5/Grade 4
South Side Elementary/Tri-C Elementary
04.2018 - Current
- Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in 5th grade Reading, 5th Grade GT Reading and 5th Grade GT Language Arts
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework
- Employed formative and summative assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Served on various committees and projects including GT Review Committee, After School Tutoring Program and Social Committee
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
- Encouraged students to be understanding with others
- Used the positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Worked with an average of 28 students per class
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions
STAT Professional Development Coordinator/Instructional Coach
Dundalk Middle School
07.2015 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: Baltimore, MD
- Worked with the administrator(s) and teachers to communicate the value and importance of the Teacher Development Plan
- Reviewed and monitored the progress of the plan along with the principal, AP and Instructional Leadership Team
- Facilitated meaningful professional development strategies for teachers
- Designed and Implemented a Restorative Practices Behavior model
- Coordinated a Conflict Resolution Team in support of ABA and PBIS Initiatives
- Supported teachers' professional development by guiding planning, securing resources (including time), and informing teachers of professional development opportunities
- Offered instructional assistance by building the teachers' knowledge base and increasing the repertoire of teaching skills
- Supported staff in efforts to improve student achievement
- Ensured that the instructional staff used data to plan, deliver, and assess instructional practices
- Engaged teachers in collaborative and reflective practice
- Allocated time for professional development activities to enable teachers to work collaboratively and observe best practices
- Provided expertise in the integration of information literacy and technology skills through curriculum development, staff development, and collaboration with K-12 curriculum offices
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to facilitate the integration of technology across the curriculum
- Supported teachers in creating learner-centered environments powered by interactive curriculum and blended instruction
- Worked with teachers to model, coach, and teach technology skills to meet the Maryland Technology Literacy Standards for Students
- Developed models for teachers in differentiating instruction by using technology to customize and personalize learning
- Modeled innovation and flexibility in support of district initiatives
- Baltimore, MD
Sixth Grade Reading/ELA Teacher/Grade Level Coordinator
Hereford Middle School
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Company Overview: Monkton, MD
- Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in 6th grade Reading, Sixth Grade GT Reading and 6th Grade GT Language Arts
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework
- Employed formative and summative assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Served on various committees and projects including GT Review Committee, After School Tutoring Program and Social Committee
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
- Encouraged students to be understanding with others
- Used the positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Worked with an average of 28 students per class
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions
- Monkton, MD
Reading and ELA Teacher/Team Leader
Deep Creek Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2003
- Company Overview: Essex, MD
- Instructed through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in Reading, Language Arts and World Cultures
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework
- Employed various differentiated strategies based on diagnostic data
- Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Served on various committees and projects including school improvement team, and instructional leadership committee
- Facilitated activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth
- Encouraged students to be understanding with others
- Used the positive reinforcement method to redirect poor behavior
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Worked with an average of 28 students per class
- Participated in ongoing staff training sessions
- Essex, MD
Education
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PA09-2025
Masters of Art - Education
Towson University
Towson, MD12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12.1991
Skills
- Structured Literacy
- MTSS Coordination
- PBIS Facilitation
- Academic performance evaluations
- Team Leadership
- IEP familiarity
- Behavioral disorders knowledge
- Instructional experience
- Resource management
- Curriculum Design
- Curriculum Writing
- Curriculum Implementation
- Group instruction
- Common Core knowledge
- Professional development
- Educational software proficiency
- Flexible approach
- Resource navigation
- Standardized testing
- Assessments
- Teacher collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Activity development
- Organizational skills
- Improvement plans
- Multicultural competence
- Leadership
- Intervention planning
- Teacher support
- Multitasking strength
- Program management
- Individualized education plans
- Data collection and analysis
- Subject matter expertise in Reading/ELA
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Assisted Grade 6, 7, and 8th graders in a grant-based after school tutoring program.
- Served as Team Leader and Grade Level Coordinator for 11 years.
- Member of Gifted and Talented Educational Review Board.
- Designed and implemented a digital curriculum for Grades 6, 7, and 8 in the content of Reading/ELA.
- NAREN Presenter
- ISTE Member
- AMLE Member
- Lecturer-Towson University: Understanding our ELL Population
- Mentor-Elizabethtown College
Work Availability
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Certification
Instructional II, Pennsylvania Department of Education 2022
Administrators Certification, Pennsylvania Department of Education, 2023
Timeline
ELA Interventionist/Specialist
Central Dauphin School District
12.2023 - Current
Summer School Director- Grades 6-8
Central Dauphin School District
03.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher- Grade 5/Grade 4
South Side Elementary/Tri-C Elementary
04.2018 - Current
STAT Professional Development Coordinator/Instructional Coach
Dundalk Middle School
07.2015 - 04.2018
Sixth Grade Reading/ELA Teacher/Grade Level Coordinator
Hereford Middle School
08.2013 - 07.2015
Reading and ELA Teacher/Team Leader
Deep Creek Middle School
08.2000 - 06.2003
Masters of Art - Education
Towson University
Bachelor of Arts - Architecture
Temple University
Ed.D - Educational Leadership
Immaculata University