LIBRADA DURHAM
Bilingual Reading Specialist/Dyslexia Therapist
Colbert,OK
Summary
Analytical professional specializing in teaching bilingual and monolingual students with reading and writing challenges, including dyslexia. Expertise in classroom administration, professional development, and project planning. Nationally certified reading specialist and dyslexia therapist, CALT, committed to implementing tailored instructional strategies that drive student success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification
Work History
CERTIFIED BILINGUAL READING SPECIALIST/DYSLEXIA THERAPIST/DYSLEXIA EVALUATOR
Dallas Independent School District
01.2017 - 06.2025
- Administered baseline reading assessments to design targeted interventions for diverse readers.
- Implemented research-driven instructional practices that enhanced reading proficiency.
- Provided individualized support through one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction.
- Established productive relationships with educators to improve reading programs.
- Delivered professional development workshops on literacy instruction best practices.
- Evaluated student progress with regular assessments, adjusting techniques to foster growth.
- Utilized interactive materials and technology to boost student engagement in reading.
- Collaborated with families to develop strategies that support literacy at home.
Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Dallas ISD N.W. Harlee Early Childhood Center
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Pioneered bilingual prekindergarten classes to enhance early literacy and math skills in English and Spanish.
- Established clear behavioral expectations to foster a positive learning environment.
- Maximized instructional time by efficiently planning daily schedules and transitions.
- Supported social-emotional development through activities focused on empathy and self-awareness.
- Increased parental involvement by maintaining open communication and organizing informative family events.
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs, ensuring curriculum accessibility.
- Developed language skills through immersive activities and engaging bilingual lessons.
- Contributed to school culture by participating in professional development and collaborating on best practices.
First Grade Reading Bilingual Teacher
L.L. Hotchkiss Elementary-Dallas ISD
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Managed three groups of 25 first graders, delivering reading and social studies instruction in Spanish, while teaching math in English.
- Monitored student progress in subject growth and language fluency.
- Collaborated with teachers to create interdisciplinary lesson plans reinforcing core concepts.
- Enhanced students' language understanding through instruction in multiple languages.
- Assigned homework in various languages to support learning objectives.
- Organized extracurricular activities related to target languages, offering additional practice opportunities outside the classroom.
Bilingual Kindergarten, 2nd grade Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Established clear expectations and routines to create a welcoming classroom atmosphere.
- Developed cross-curricular projects in collaboration with colleagues, enhancing critical thinking skills.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents to encourage family involvement in education.
- Differentiated instruction to address unique learning needs, ensuring curriculum accessibility for all students.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction: Literacy K-12 / Reading Specialist Certification
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX01.2017
Learning Therapy Certification - Dyslexia: Structured Multi-Sensory Reading Intervention
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX01.2011
Bilingual Teacher Preparation Program - Bilingual Education
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Primary Education
University of The East (Ana G. Mendez University)
01.2001
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Comprehension techniques
- Progress monitoring
- Intervention planning
- Small group instruction
- Materials preparation
- Orton gillingham expertise
- Innovative lesson planning
- Individualized support
- Vocabulary expansion
- Response to intervention
- Fluency development
- Student engagement
- Multisensory teaching
Affiliations
Member of The International Dyslexia Association (DIA). Member of ALTA (Academic Language Therapist Association). Member of ILA (International Literacy Association)
Certification
- Nationally Certified Reading Specialist.
- Bilingual Dyslexia Therapist.
- CALT (Certified Academic Language Therapist)
- LDT ( Licensed Dyslexia Therapist
- Spanish Language.
- Wilson Dyslexia Therapist
- Bilingual Supplemental Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Quote
" If they can't learn the way we teach. We teach the way they can learn."
Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas
Timeline
CERTIFIED BILINGUAL READING SPECIALIST/DYSLEXIA THERAPIST/DYSLEXIA EVALUATOR
Dallas Independent School District
01.2017 - 06.2025
Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Dallas ISD N.W. Harlee Early Childhood Center
08.2015 - 06.2017
First Grade Reading Bilingual Teacher
L.L. Hotchkiss Elementary-Dallas ISD
08.2014 - 06.2015
Bilingual Kindergarten, 2nd grade Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
08.2012 - 06.2014
Learning Therapy Certification - Dyslexia: Structured Multi-Sensory Reading Intervention
Southern Methodist University
Bilingual Teacher Preparation Program - Bilingual Education
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood And Primary Education
University of The East (Ana G. Mendez University)
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction: Literacy K-12 / Reading Specialist Certification
The University of Texas At Arlington
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