LaTasha Brown
St Louis
Summary
Dynamic Reading Intervention Specialist with a proven track record at Ritenour School District, excelling in phonics instruction and student engagement. Developed tailored strategies that significantly improved reading comprehension and fostered strong parent communication. Committed to enhancing literacy skills through collaborative efforts and innovative assessment techniques, ensuring every student achieves their potential.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Intervention Specialist
Ritenour School District
08.2014 - Current
- Assisted in identifying student reading challenges and developing tailored intervention strategies.
- Supported implementation of evidence-based reading programs to enhance literacy skills.
- Collaborated with educators to create individualized learning plans for struggling readers.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adjusting interventions as needed.
- Facilitated small group instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Engaged parents in the intervention process, providing resources to support at-home reading activities.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance instructional techniques and strategies.
- Documented student progress and maintained accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
- Worked closely with special education staff to support students receiving additional services, aligning instructional approaches for maximum success.
- Promoted a positive learning environment conducive to growth by establishing high expectations and providing consistent feedback on performance.
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies and assessments.
- Coordinated efforts with ESL instructors when working with English language learners, ensuring language barriers were addressed during intervention sessions.
- Incorporated technology tools to enhance student learning experiences, exploring alternative methods of content delivery and assessment.
Elementary School Teacher
Ritenour School District
08.2001 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Assessed student progress through various formative and summative evaluation methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design effective interdisciplinary projects enhancing critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community members to support student success initiatives.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
St Louis, MOMaster of Science - Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
St Louis, MO01-2004
No Degree - LETRS Training
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO01-2024
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Student engagement
- Reading assessment
- Parent communication
- Phonemic awareness
- Progress monitoring
- Small group instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Summative assessment
- Learning disability support
- Dyslexia support
Timeline
Reading Intervention Specialist
Ritenour School District
08.2014 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Ritenour School District
08.2001 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
Master of Science - Education
University of Missouri, St. Louis
No Degree - LETRS Training
Lindenwood University
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