Britt LaRue
Newberg
Summary
Dedicated educator skilled in creating engaging, student-centered curricula that foster creativity and critical thinking. Collaborative, adaptable, and experienced in curriculum development and assessment. Known for reliability, versatility, and thriving in diverse learning environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
ELA Teacher
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School
Beaverton, OR
08.2021 - Current
- Designed tiered ELA literacy lessons aligned with curriculum and educational standards.
- Applied science of reading framework methodologies to support literacy development.
- Analyzed student performance data to implement differentiated instruction strategies.
- Developed multimedia content to increase learner engagement in both in-person and hybrid, asynchronous environments.
- Contributed to the growth of bilingual program by fostering grade level collaborations.
Dyslexia Reading Specialist
PDX Reading Specialist, LLC
West Linn, OR
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Delivered tutoring support for students with dyslexia, utilizing systematic, multi-sensory instructional methods both online and in-person.
- Utilized instructional methods grounded in scientific reading principles to enhance student learning outcomes.
Substitute Teacher
ESS West
Hillsboro, OR
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Implemented adaptive instructional strategies for diverse subject areas and grade levels while managing teaching assignments across multiple districts.
- Coordinated with school staff to ensure student support and seamless transitions, particularly in hybrid learning scenarios.
K-2 Blend Teacher
Lake Oswego Learning Center
Lake Oswego, OR
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Guided students in thematic topics across subject areas, ensuring compliance with state standards.
- Curated and organized group learning projects and enrichment activities to stimulate creative expression and collaboration.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment for personalized math curriculum aligned with family preferences.
English Specialist
The International School
Portland, OR
08.2008 - 12.2017
- Implemented innovative ELA instructional strategies, promoting cultural diversity and proficiency among students in a multilingual classroom setting for grades 1-5.
- Collaborated in the creation of a dynamic English curriculum and instructional design, promoting comprehensive integration with IB-PYP units of inquiry.
- Engaged with interdisciplinary teams to ensure alignment across multiple subjects, grade levels, and language tracks.
- Conducted interactive sessions to equip participants with effective social-emotional strategies for professional growth.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instruction and interventions.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional best practices.
- Organized and led after-school enrichment classes emphasizing manga art, drawing fundamentals, and comic book design.
6th Grade Teacher
Hillsboro School District
Hillsboro, OR
08.2007 - 06.2008
- Designed and delivered engaging, standards-aligned lessons across core subjects
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment emphasizing respect, responsibility, and resilience
- Assessed student progress and provided timely, constructive feedback to support growth
- Organized and led fundraising initiatives to support Outdoor School
- Spearheaded and collaborated on schoolwide projects to enhance student learning and boost morale (e.g. bridge-building contest)
Education
Master of Arts in Education - ECE/ELE
George Fox University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Oregon
Skills
- Structured literacy expertise
- Classroom management
- Curriculum design
- Familiarity with technology platforms
- Comprehensive assessment knowledge
- Differentiated instruction
- Creative solutions development
- Strong intrapersonal skills
- Conflict resolution
- Oral and written communication
Timeline
ELA Teacher
Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School
08.2021 - Current
K-2 Blend Teacher
Lake Oswego Learning Center
09.2020 - 05.2021
Substitute Teacher
ESS West
05.2019 - 06.2021
Dyslexia Reading Specialist
PDX Reading Specialist, LLC
03.2019 - 05.2024
English Specialist
The International School
08.2008 - 12.2017
6th Grade Teacher
Hillsboro School District
08.2007 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Oregon
Master of Arts in Education - ECE/ELE
George Fox University
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Oregon Association for Bilingual Education Conference, February 2026
- Small Group Instruction, February 2026
- HMH Curriculum Training Workshops, 2024 - 2026
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Workshops, 2024 - 2026
- Trauma-Informed Education, 2021
- Foundations of Reading and Intensive Supports, PDX Reading Specialist, June 2020
- Barton Reading and Spelling, 2019 - 2024
- Teacher’s College Writing Institute, Columbia University August 2017