Marika S. Smith
4965 Culbertson Drive
Parkdale,OR
Summary
Passionate educator with over 10 years of experience teaching and volunteering in elementary setting. Culturally diverse teacher, fluent in reading, writing and speaking in Spanish. Collaborative educator with proven ability to develop strong relationships with parents and community members
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Title 1 Reading Specialist
Parkdale Elementary
Parkdale , OR
09.2020 - Current
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Delivered customized instruction to individual students and groups.
Teacher
Parkdale Elementary School
Parkdale, OR
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Successfully created a nurturing and safe learning environment for children
- Implemented reading curriculum aligned to CCSS that was age appropriate for kindergarten students
- Collaborated with faculty to establish safe, creative and engaging learning environment for students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Mid Valley Elementary
Odell, OR
07.2015 - 06.2018
- Implemented a Spanish and English curriculum.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
Primary School Teacher
Mosier Community School
Mosier, OR
07.2012 - 08.2015
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Education
M.A.T -
Oregon State University
Reading Specialist Certification - Reading Teacher Education
Concordia University
Portland, OR 09.2018 - 06.2019
ESOL & Dual Language Specialization Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR 06.2009 - 06.2012
Skills
Teacher collaboration
Intervention planning
Group facilitation
One-on-one support
Assessments understanding
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and Collaboration
Data Entry
Planning and Coordination
Cultural Awareness
Decision Making
MS Office
Google Workspace
Title 1 compliance
Certification
Certified Reading Specialist
Timeline
ESOL & Dual Language Specialization Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Oregon State University
09.2021 - Current
Title 1 Reading Specialist
Parkdale Elementary
09.2020 - Current
Certified Reading Specialist
06-2019
Teacher
Parkdale Elementary School
09.2018 - 09.2020
Reading Specialist Certification - Reading Teacher Education
Concordia University
09.2018 - 06.2019
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Mid Valley Elementary
07.2015 - 06.2018
Primary School Teacher
Mosier Community School
07.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Oregon State University
06.2009 - 06.2012
M.A.T -
Oregon State University