Cynthia Easter
Salem,OR
Summary
Versatile and dedicated MTSS coordinator and Special Education Teacher with focus on individual needs of diverse learning students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of specially designed instruction for IEP implementation and interventions. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Central School District 13J
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
MTSS Coordinator/District Instructional Coach
Greater Albany School District
Albany, OR
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
- Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Coached teachers through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
6-12 Literacy Specialist
Gresham School District
Gresham, WI
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Assisted in selection and adoption of appropriate curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district goals.
- Fostered love for literature among students by incorporating engaging texts from various genres into classroom instruction.
- Increased student engagement through use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed at improving achievement for all students.
Special Education Teacher
CESA 8/ Menominee Indian School District
Keshena, WI
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music Performance And Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, IDBachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, IDNo Degree - Alternative Licensure For Special Education EC-21
CESA 8
Oshkosh, WIMaster of Arts - Literacy And Language Education
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WISkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Student Engagement
- Intervention Planning
- Google Suite
- Early Childhood Education
- Elementary Education
- Secondary Education
- Special Education
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Central School District 13J
08.2021 - Current
MTSS Coordinator/District Instructional Coach
Greater Albany School District
08.2020 - 06.2021
6-12 Literacy Specialist
Gresham School District
08.2017 - 06.2020
Special Education Teacher
CESA 8/ Menominee Indian School District
08.2014 - 06.2017
Associate of Arts - Music Performance And Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
No Degree - Alternative Licensure For Special Education EC-21
CESA 8
Master of Arts - Literacy And Language Education
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
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