Dorrie Lieman
Edgewater,CO
Summary
Experienced literacy interventionist with 20 years in educational settings, specializing in Orton-Gillingham and Science of Reading methodologies. Proven ability to enhance student literacy skills across diverse populations. Strong collaborator with experience in training and mentoring staff, and facilitating school-wide interventions. Committed to fostering inclusive and effective learning environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Interventionist
Dennison Elementary
Lakewood, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Work with Kinder- 5th Grade student groups using detailed, explicit instruction and evidence-based curriculum, such as Orton-Gillingham
- Develop a Morphology unit for 3rd and 4th graders.
- Analyze student data to tailor instruction for improved reading fluency.
- Coordinate literacy initiatives with MTSS teams to support student learning.
- Coordinate schedules and student observations with classroom teachers and MTSS teams
- Jefferson County Public Schools
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify Education
West Coast Region
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed and maintained expertise on Amplify’s key concepts
- Facilitate high-quality professional development in-person and online
- Provide customer service and guidance to contact
- Arrange and manage travel details and expenses
- Track and complete deliverables related to session logistics
- Utilize technology-based productivity tools, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and video-conferencing programs
- Respond confidently to ambiguity and in-the-moment challenges or concerns to meet customer needs
- Summer 2025 and Summer 2026
Literacy Interventionist
Jefferson County Open School
Lakewood, CO
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Taught literacy intervention groups using Orton-Gillingham strategies for grades K-4.
- Analyzed student data to tailor instruction for improved reading fluency.
- Coordinated literacy initiatives with MTSS teams to support student learning.
- Facilitated professional development sessions for Amplify, DIBELS 8, Lexia Learning, and 95%
- Jefferson County Public Schools
Literacy Teacher, 2nd grade
Monarch Montessori Elementary School
Denver, CO
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Created, planned, and implemented differentiated, targeted phonics lessons to reach year-end goals
- Devised vocabulary lessons that deeply engaged student use of new words in speech and writing
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child''s progress and offering suggestions for at-home support.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
ESL Teacher
Brown International Academy
Denver, CO
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Instructed a yearly caseload of 60 students from diverse backgrounds in English Language skills
- Coordinated and oversaw academic assessment and evaluation of student progress, designing and implementing personalized interventions when necessary
- Collaborated with parents and faculty to communicate successes and meet the needs of each student
- Administered/modeled/scored the WIDA ACCESS test to students identified as English Language Learners
- Denver Public Schools
Intervention Teacher and RtI Facilitator
CMS Community School
Denver, CO
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Spearheaded implementation of School-Wide Intervention Program for school with 600 students
- Facilitated weekly Student Intervention Team meetings to discuss students presenting academic and/or social-emotional concerns
- Designed and executed Professional Development, scheduling, and instructional support for Intervention teachers and volunteers
- Chaired the School Coordination Team, bringing together the efforts of school administrators and leaders
- Denver Public Schools
Kindergarten Teacher
CMS Community School
Denver, CO
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Designed and implemented interactive lesson plans according to state-wide standards
- Fostered a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom that supported social-emotional growth
- Collaborated with fellow educators, administration, and families to build a unified learning community
- Denver Public Schools
Education
Masters of Science - Elementary Education
Bank Street College of Education
New York, NY01.1994
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California
Berkeley, CA01.1990
Skills
- Orton-gillingham approach
- Student engagement
- mCLASS DIBELS 8
- Lexia Learning
- READ Act Compliant
- Vocabulary development
- MTSS Facilitation
- Differentiated instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- Orton Gillingham, Institute for Multisensory Education, Online
- ELAchieve Certification, Denver Public Schools, Denver, Colorado
- Wilson/Fundations, Denver Public Schools, Denver, Colorado
- LETRS, Denver Public Schools, Denver, Colorado
Timeline
Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify Education
06.2025 - 06.2026
Literacy Interventionist
Dennison Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Literacy Interventionist
Jefferson County Open School
08.2021 - 05.2024
Literacy Teacher, 2nd grade
Monarch Montessori Elementary School
08.2018 - 05.2021
ESL Teacher
Brown International Academy
08.2013 - 05.2018
Intervention Teacher and RtI Facilitator
CMS Community School
08.2008 - 06.2013
Kindergarten Teacher
CMS Community School
08.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California
Masters of Science - Elementary Education
Bank Street College of Education