Karen Blandon
Farmington,MN
Summary
Encouraging Reading Tutor with over 5 years of experience educating students. Demonstrated history in helping students master reading through personal and group instruction. Excellent in applying Fast Bridge learning techniques to foster reading success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Reading Tutor
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2023
- Worked with K-3rd grade students on reading comprehension.
- Taught reading comprehension and writing tactics to improve reading and writing skills.
- Conducted assessments to determine comprehensive understanding of materials.
- Provided positive feedback often to encourage continued reading success.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Welfare
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN06.1980
Skills
- Virtual Classroom Expertise
- Individual and small group sessions
- Knowledge and experience using the Sonday reading system
- Extensive use of Fast Bridge method for interventions and progress monitoring
Additional Information
Because I was employed during the pandemic, I was called upon to do other tasks besides tutoring. During this challenging time, I learned how to conduct reading interventions with students virtually via WebEx. I also assisted with recess duty (observing and directing students on the playground), lunchroom duty, and distributing breakfast to students. During the first four school terms, I was serving with AmeriCorps/Minnesota Reading Corps , and employed through the school district itself for the 2022-23 school term (as AmeriCorps only allows members to serve four years total).
Timeline
Elementary Reading Tutor
ISD 194, Lakeville Area Public Schools
08.2018 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Social Welfare
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
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