Christine Cartwright
Cuyahoga Falls,OH
Summary
Literacy Specialist and Dyslexia Interventionist with expertise in structured literacy and the Orton-Gillingham approach. Proficient in assessment-driven instruction and developing individualized learning plans for K-12 students. Committed to promoting literacy equity and ensuring all learners achieve reading success through data-informed strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
3rd Grade Special Education Teacher
Tallmadge City Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Provide individualized reading and academic intervention aligned with state standards and student IEPs.
- Implement evidence-based structured literacy practices for struggling readers.
- Plan and deliver targeted small-group and 1:1 instruction.
- Collaborate with general education staff to support inclusive learning.
- Conduct ongoing diagnostic and progress-monitoring assessments to guide instruction.
Literacy Specialist
Coventry Local Schools
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Conduct baseline literacy assessments for students in grades K-4 and 5-12 as requested.
- Provide high-intensity reading intervention for students requiring Tier 2 and Tier 3 support.
- Progress monitor student skills to ensure mastery and long-term retention.
- Coach educators on literacy data interpretation and instructional planning.
- Train middle school teachers on Tier 2 structured literacy curriculum.
Intervention Specialist
Coventry Local Schools
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Delivered academic and behavioral interventions aligned with IEP requirements.
- Communicated regularly with families and staff regarding student growth.
- Analyzed assessment data to design and refine instructional strategies.
- Supported students in achieving literacy and content-area goals through individualized instruction.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Instructon
Ashland University
05.2026
Teaching License - Intervention Specialist
Notre Dame College
01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Human and Consumer Sciences
Ohio University
01.2003
Skills
- Structured literacy and Orton-Gillingham
- Literacy screening and diagnostic assessment
- Decoding and encoding strategies
- Fluency intervention and progress monitoring
- Data analysis for IEP development
- Specialized instruction techniques
- Differentiated academic and behavior interventions
- Family and teacher collaboration
Websites
Certifications And Credentials
- Associate Level Certification, Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practitioners & Educators
- Ongoing training toward Certified Level AOGPE
- Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Provider, State of Ohio
- Licensed Ohio Intervention Specialist
Certification
Associate with The Academy of Orton Gillingham
Timeline
3rd Grade Special Education Teacher
Tallmadge City Schools
08.2024 - Current
Literacy Specialist
Coventry Local Schools
08.2023 - 08.2024
Intervention Specialist
Coventry Local Schools
08.2016 - 05.2023
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum and Instructon
Ashland University
Teaching License - Intervention Specialist
Notre Dame College
Bachelor of Science - Human and Consumer Sciences
Ohio University