LATONYA CALVIN
Dallas
Summary
Dynamic Dyslexia Therapist with a proven track record at Dallas Independent School District, adept in multi-sensory instruction and comprehensive assessments. Skilled in data analysis and collaboration, I effectively managed diverse caseloads, enhancing student literacy and supporting intervention strategies. Passionate about fostering academic growth and empowering students to achieve their full potential.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas
08.2020 - Current
- Implement multi-sensory instruction methods in order to assist student progress in literacy development.
- Support other interventionists with the implementation of prescriptive, multi-sensory instructions.
- Maintain progress notes and documentation for student records.
- Monitor student performance data to measure the effectiveness of instructional interventions.
- Manage a caseload of multiple sessions weekly, using various types of therapies and approaches.
- Advise parents about available resources to further support their child's learning needs.
- Perform comprehensive assessments for each patient.
School Counselor
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Develop and implement guidance curriculum aligned with the National & State Standards
- Provide academic, personal and developmental support through group and individual counseling
- Proctor entrance tests and chaperoning college visits
- Help students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development and career development
- Assist students with preparing applications for special programs
- Recruiting and interviewing students for admittance into AVID
Mathematics/ Science Educator
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas
01.2001 - 01.2015
- Create cross-curricular activities, and align lessons vertically across grade levels.
- Created and set up laboratory experiments.
- Coordinate field trips to provide opportunities for real-life experiences.
- Utilize props and manipulatives to help children understand abstract concepts, and used interactive computer-based programs to further investigate concepts.
Education
Academic Language Therapy
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX05-2025
Program Certificate - Principal Education
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas12.2017
Master of Education - School and Community Counseling
University of North Texas
Dallas, Texas08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, Louisiana05.1998
Skills
- Multi-sensory instruction
- Comprehensive assessments
- Data analysis
- Team building
- IEP meetings
- Collaboration skills
- Documentation requirements
- Multitasking Abilities
Professional Organization Membership and Participation
- Academic Language Therapy Association (ALTA) 08/2023- Present
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, 01/01/98 - Present
- National Educator Association, 01/01/04 - Present
- American Counseling Ass., 01/01/13 - 2018
Certificates And Awards
- Wilson Dyslexia Therapist 2023-Present
- Certified Academic Language Practitioner 2023-Present
- TEXES Special Education Certification 04/29/2025-Present
- TEXES Generalist 4-8 Teacher Certification, 01/01/01 - Present
- School Counselor EC -12, 01/01/15 - Present
- Senator Eddie Bernice Jones Scholarship, 01/01/07
- Teacher of the Year, 01/01/06
Leadership Experience
- Lead Dyslexia Therapist 08/2024- Present
- Teacher Mentor, 01/01/08, 01/01/11 - 12/31/14
- CILT Member, 01/01/13
- New Hire Advisory Committee Member, 01/01/05, 01/01/11 - 12/31/13
- AVID Counselor, 01/01/16 - 12/31/18
- Campus based Professional Development Presenter, 01/01/12 - 12/31/17
- Grade Level Chairperson, 01/01/04 - 12/31/05, 01/01/12 - 12/31/14
Timeline
Dallas Independent School District
08.2020 - Current
School Counselor
Dallas Independent School District
01.2014 - 08.2019
Mathematics/ Science Educator
Dallas Independent School District
01.2001 - 01.2015
Academic Language Therapy
Southern Methodist University
Program Certificate - Principal Education
Lamar University
Master of Education - School and Community Counseling
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Louisiana at Monroe
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