Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Provider of Dyslexia Instruction
Katy Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
Delivered evidenced based dyslexia program with fidelity to eligible students.
Collaborated with regular education teachers and special education staff to develop PLAAFP and annual goals/objectives for IEPs and to assist in providing an appropriate education for eligible dyslexia or related disorders students.
Participated in MTSS, Section 504, and ARD committees to collaboratively make decisions about dyslexia.
Administered and interpreted comprehensive dyslexia assessments.
Attend on-going staff development in the area of dyslexia and related disorders as appropriate.
Communicated the evidenced based dyslexia program and student progress to parents.
Supported students with special needs by implementing individualized education plans and collaborating with support staff.
Reading Interventionist
Katy Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
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.
Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
3rd and 4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2004 - 05.2016
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Child Development
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
05.2000
Skills
Student Engagement
Collaborative learning
Teaching strategies
Subject matter expertise
Certification
EC-4
ESL
Special Education
Timeline
Provider of Dyslexia Instruction
Katy Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
Reading Interventionist
Katy Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2020
3rd and 4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2004 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Family And Child Development