To secure a position in education where I can use my knowledge and experience to maximize students' academic growth by providing direct instruction to students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
District MTSS Data Lead & Instructional Coach
Springfield Local Schools
08.2022 - Current
To strengthen the implementation of the district's Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Framework through the use of the Performance Matters software platform
To provide Professional Development to teachers, administrators, and staff on the Performance Matters software Platform
Developed polished visualizations to share results of data analyses.
Compiled, cleaned and manipulated data for proper handling.
To guide assessment and intervention processes to help evaluate the district's overall impact on our learning community using various tools and programs including Star Reading and Math.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Reading Specialist, Title 1 Coordinator
Douglas Road Elementary
08.2015 - 08.2022
Used approaches such as Leveled Literacy Intervention and Lindamood-Bell Multisensory Phonemic Awareness programs (LIPS, Seeing Stars, and Visualizing and Verbalizing) to achieve dramatic increases in reading achievement with students (K-5).
Trained staff with Fast Bridge Intervention Program so they could progress monitor and provide intervention in their classrooms
Design and delivered instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners in intervention (K-5)
Collaborated with staff, parents, and administration to ensure students are receiving appropriate, research-based instruction
Hired, trained, and supervised Student Intervention Providers to deliver remedial support in the areas of reading and math for students K-5
Created and facilitated professional development opportunities for staff in the area of reading instruction
Facilitate quarterly data meetings with staff to monitor students in intervention and determine which students may need Tier II or Tier III instructional support
Facilitate quarterly Individual Reading Improvement Plan reports to log data and progress monitor students
Created and managed summer reading programs
Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Maintained accurate and complete records for over 100+ students.
Virtual Kindergarten
Bedford Public Schools
08.2020 - 01.2021
Provided instruction in all subjects to 24 Pre-K and Kindergarten students via the Zoom
Met the needs of all students by developing creative digital lessons
Led teachers in the online teaching process by sharing strategies, curriculum, and instructional design
Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher
Bedford Public Schools
01.2001 - 01.2015
Prepared students for yearly assessment tests by covering required materials.
Modeled learning-focused, enthusiastic mindset to students to promote positive view of education and learning.
Developed highly interactive and exploration-focused classroom environment for student engagement and academic success.
Supported students dealing with emotionally challenging life events and developmental milestones.
Guided students through transition from elementary environments to middle school with new standards and requirements.
Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails and the Parent Teacher Association
Utilized small group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
Created after school science program to engage students in hands-on activities and projects
Led grade level in science fair for Monroe County
Education
Michigan School Administrator Certificate PreK-12 -
MASSP
Lansing, MI
01.2022
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education, Literacy
DISTRICT EARLY MTSS COACH/ASSISTANT UPK COORDINATOR at MOUNT MANSFIELD UNIFIED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICTDISTRICT EARLY MTSS COACH/ASSISTANT UPK COORDINATOR at MOUNT MANSFIELD UNIFIED UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Administrative TOSA/MTSS Instructional Coach at Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public SchoolsAdministrative TOSA/MTSS Instructional Coach at Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools