Madonna Underland
Vancouver
Summary
Innovative educator with strong expertise in reading instruction and literacy coaching. Accomplished educator with a focus on elementary literacy. Committed to fostering a positive classroom environment and enhancing student learning through differentiated instruction and collaborative strategies.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Specialist
Vancouver Public Schools
Vancouver, WA
2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented targeted literacy interventions for students across diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to design engaging reading curricula aligned with state standards.
- Analyzed student assessment data to identify trends and guide instructional strategies.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers on effective literacy practices.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into literacy instruction, improving student access to resources.
- Mentored new literacy coaches, enhancing their skills in instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan school-wide literacy events, cultivating a culture of shared responsibility for student success in reading and writing.
- Facilitated peer coaching initiatives among educators to enhance collective expertise in teaching various aspects of reading and writing skills.
- Led book clubs that challenged students to think critically about texts while fostering an appreciation for different genres, authors, and perspectives.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Vancouver Public Schools
Vancouver, WA
08.2010 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into classroom activities.
- Fostered positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities to promote student engagement beyond the classroom.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
- Organized field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular activities to enhance the curriculum and engage students beyond the classroom setting.
- Championed school-wide initiatives promoting literacy and numeracy skills among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
City University of Seattle
Vancouver, WABachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Child Development
Seattle University
Seattle, WASkills
- Early childhood literacy
- Reading instruction
- Student engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Reading intervention
- Educational research
- Family literacy
- Writing instruction
- Literacy coaching
- Content area literacy
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Vancouver Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
Literacy Specialist
Vancouver Public Schools
2014 - Current
Master of Arts - Teaching
City University of Seattle
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies/ Child Development
Seattle University