Clarissa McFarland
Tupelo,MS
Summary
Resourceful RTI Interventionist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in developing individualized learning plans, implementing evidence-based interventions, and monitoring student progress. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful outcomes in diverse educational settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Grade Teacher
Thomas Street Elementary School
Tupelo, MS
08.2024 - Current
- Collaboratively created the language lesson plans for the grade level
- Implemented district literacy and math programs, and administer district assessments
- Teach an inclusion class with student who have IEP's and 504's
Certified Interventionist
Thomas Street Elementary School
Tupelo, MS
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided professional development for non-certified interventionist
- Documented fidelity of non-certified staff interventions
- Implemented research-based intervention programs to help determine possible education or cognitive deficits
- Interim RTI coach
1st Grade Teacher
Carver Elementary School
Tupelo, MS
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaboratively create the social and emotional lesson plans for the grade level
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs
- Implemented math and literacy programs, and administered assessments with fidelity
Kindergarten Teacher
Carver Elementary School
Tupelo, MS
01.2014 - 12.2021
- Collaboratively created the science and social studies lesson plans for the grade level
- Implemented district literacy and math programs, and administer district assessments
- Planned and implemented activities with a balance of instruction, demonstration, and work
Admissions Practicum
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted students with making their schedule
- Helped assist students during orientation
- Created academic plans for freshmen
1st Grade Teacher
Holly Springs Primary School
Holly Springs, MS
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs
- Observed and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
Financial Aid Practicum
The University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Helped students with questions about FAFSA
- Assisted students in contacting financial aid advisor
- Assisted advisors with documentation for student financial aid verification process
Pre-K Teacher
Threadgill Elementary School
Greenwood, MS
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Worked with individual students to begin the writing ability
- Taught sight words to students to help students begin reading
- Provided opportunity for students to enhance their fine motor skills and gross motor skills
Education
Specialist - Educational Leadership
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.2023
Master of Arts - Higher Education/Student Personnel
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12.2012
Associates of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
05.2010
Skills
- Multimedia instruction
- Academic record keeping
- Standardized tests
- Materials sourcing
- Safety awareness
- Visual aids creation
Committees
- Thomas Street TST Team 2022-2024
- Thomas Street Health Council Chair 2023-2024
- Thomas Street Leadership Team 2022-2023
- Carver Leadership Team 2020-2022
- PBIS 2020-2022
- Crisis Team 2020-2021
- Counselor Advisory 2020-2021
- Library Advocacy Committee 2020-2021
- Art Team 2019-2020
Accomplishments
- Teacher of Distinction Nominee 2019, 2020
- Create Foundation AEE Grant Recipient 2019
Higher Education Experience
- Admissions Practicum, Itawamba Community College, Fulton, MS, 06/15, Assisted students with making their schedule, Helped assist students during orientation, Created academic plans for freshmen
- Financial Aid Practicum, The University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS, 06/14, Helped students with questions about FAFSA, Assisted students in contacting financial aid advisor, Assisted advisors with documentation for student financial aid verification process
Leadership Experience
Certified Interventionist, Thomas Street Elementary School, Tupelo, MS, 2022-2024, Provided professional development for non-certified interventionist, Documented fidelity of non-certified staff interventions, Implemented research-based intervention programs to help determine possible education or cognitive deficits, Interim RTI coach
Certification
- Administrator License
- Education License
Timeline
2nd Grade Teacher
Thomas Street Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Certified Interventionist
Thomas Street Elementary School
07.2022 - 07.2024
1st Grade Teacher
Carver Elementary School
01.2021 - 12.2022
Admissions Practicum
Itawamba Community College
06.2015 - 08.2015
Financial Aid Practicum
The University of Mississippi
06.2014 - 08.2014
Kindergarten Teacher
Carver Elementary School
01.2014 - 12.2021
1st Grade Teacher
Holly Springs Primary School
01.2013 - 12.2014
Pre-K Teacher
Threadgill Elementary School
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Administrator License
- Education License
Specialist - Educational Leadership
University of Mississippi
Master of Arts - Higher Education/Student Personnel
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Mississippi State University
Associates of Arts -
Itawamba Community College
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