Emeri Ferguson
Hilliard,OH
Summary
Accomplished Literacy Specialist with a proven track record at The Wellington School, enhancing student literacy through innovative program implementation and reading interventions. Expert in differentiated instruction and educational research, fostering collaborative learning environments. Demonstrated success in elevating instructional strategies, with a keen focus on early childhood literacy and student engagement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Specialist
The Wellington School
2024.08 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan school-wide literacy events, cultivating a culture of shared responsibility for student success in reading and writing.
- Enhanced student learning by collaborating with teachers to develop differentiated instruction strategies.
- Implemented research-based approaches such as small reading groups to deliver differentiated instruction tailored to individual learner needs.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging open communication among students, staff, and parents.
- Provided targeted professional development opportunities for teachers on literacy instruction techniques and strategies.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Maintained literacy budget, monitoring funds for literacy materials and initiatives.
- Managed confidential and sensitive information.
Literacy Coach
The Wellington School
2021.12 - 2024.08
- Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for colleagues, enhancing overall instructional quality.
- Served as a mentor to new educators, sharing expertise in curriculum planning and classroom management techniques.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling readers.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Enhanced student literacy by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
- Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with literacy research and best practices, ensuring continued growth as an educator.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
First Grade Teacher
The Wellington School
2020.08 - 2021.12
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.
- Established strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s academic progress and social-emotional development.
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging phonics activities and guided reading sessions.
First Grade Teacher
Teays Valley School District
2014.08 - 2020.05
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning activities and group projects.
- Implemented positive behavior support strategies, promoting a respectful and inclusive classroom culture.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Spanish
Ohio Wesleyan University
Delaware, OH05.2009
Teaching Licensure - Early Childhood Education PreK-3
Ashland University
Columbus, OH05.2012
Teaching Licensure - Reading Endorsement
Heidelberg University
Tiffin, OH05.2013
Teaching Licensure - 4/5 Endorsement
Ashland University
Columbus, OH05.2016
Masters in Education - Literacy
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN09.2024
Skills
- Early Childhood Literacy
- Reading instruction
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Reading Intervention
- Educational research
- Instructional Strategies
- Writing Intervention
- Elementary Literacy
- Literacy program development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Program implementation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with co-teacher in the development of presentations of Literacy and Play. Presenting at two conferences (International Play Association and ISACS).
Affiliations
- Delta Kappa Gamma
- Future Ready Five
Certification
- Certified Dyslexia Interventionist through The Center for Effective Reading Instruction.
Timeline
Literacy Specialist
The Wellington School
2024.08 - Current
Literacy Coach
The Wellington School
2021.12 - 2024.08
First Grade Teacher
The Wellington School
2020.08 - 2021.12
First Grade Teacher
Teays Valley School District
2014.08 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Spanish
Ohio Wesleyan University
Teaching Licensure - Early Childhood Education PreK-3
Ashland University
Teaching Licensure - Reading Endorsement
Heidelberg University
Teaching Licensure - 4/5 Endorsement
Ashland University
Masters in Education - Literacy
American College of Education
- Certified Dyslexia Interventionist through The Center for Effective Reading Instruction.
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