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Karen Brewer

Okemah

Summary

I am a teacher with over ten years of experience in diverse educational settings and subject matter, specializing in adaptive teaching methods and effective intervention strategies. Certified in intervention techniques, including Take Flight, an Orton-Gillingham approach for reading support. Proven track record of advocating for students and building strong partnerships with families to enhance learning outcomes. Focused on promoting student progress and inclusion across various age groups and abilities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Academic Language Therapist

ALTA/Reading Specialist
Okemah
08.2016 - Current
  • Provided targeted interventions for struggling readers in small group settings.
  • Delivered evidence-based treatments to children with language delays and disorders.

Special Education Teacher /High School English Teacher

Okemah High School
OKEMAH
08.2012 - 05.2025
  • Created and implemented compliant IEPs, progress reports and state-specific special education documentation.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to enhance student progress.
  • Adapted instructional materials for various learning styles and abilities.
  • Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
  • Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
  • Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
  • Served as an advocate for special education students within the school system.

Education

BS Agriculture Education

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
07-1985

Skills

  • Intervention strategies
  • Orton-Gillingham expertise
  • Parent collaboration
  • Tutoring
  • Phonics instruction
  • Multisensory teaching
  • Reading remediation

Affiliations

Some of my activities and organizations include the state and local Farm Bureau activities, the Oklahoma Teachers Association (OEA), the Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA), and the Skyview Baptist Church children's church teacher.

Timeline

Certified Academic Language Therapist

ALTA/Reading Specialist
08.2016 - Current

Special Education Teacher /High School English Teacher

Okemah High School
08.2012 - 05.2025

BS Agriculture Education

Oklahoma State University