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Martha Vences-Nieves

Chicago,IL

Summary

Accomplished Bilingual Reading Interventionist with a proven track record at Warren Park, enhancing student reading fluency and comprehension through the Science of Reading Approach and effective teacher collaboration. Excelled in delivering individualized support and leveraging research-based practices, significantly boosting learners' confidence and reading skills..

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bilingual Reading Interventionist

Warren Park
08.2022 - Current
  • Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
  • Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.

Bilingual Reading Interventionist

Burnham School
08.2013 - 07.2022
  • Delivered differentiated instruction based on individual learning profiles, addressing diverse needs within the classroom setting effectively.
  • Monitored and assessed student progress through data-driven analysis, adjusting instruction as necessary for optimal results.
  • Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.

2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher

Cicero West
09.2005 - 05.2013
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Improved overall class performance on standardized tests by employing data-driven instructional techniques.

Education

Master of Arts - Education/ Reading Specialist

Oliver Nazarene University
One University Avenue Bourbonnais, Illinois 60914
05.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
05.2005

Skills

  • Five pillars of reading instruction: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension
  • Student Records Management and Progress Monitoring
  • Science of Reading Approach
  • Response to Intervention
  • Research-based practices
  • Early intervention
  • Teacher Collaboration
  • Small Group Instruction and Individualized support
  • English Language Learners
  • Literacy support

Certification

LETRS- Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling 2022-2023

CIM Crisis Intervention Model summer 2023

Endorsements:

Reading Specialist

Bilingual Education Teacher

Elementary Education

Language Arts

Social Science

ESL- English as a Second Language




Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Bilingual Reading Interventionist

Warren Park
08.2022 - Current

Bilingual Reading Interventionist

Burnham School
08.2013 - 07.2022

2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher

Cicero West
09.2005 - 05.2013

Master of Arts - Education/ Reading Specialist

Oliver Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Northeastern Illinois University

LETRS- Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling 2022-2023

CIM Crisis Intervention Model summer 2023

Endorsements:

Reading Specialist

Bilingual Education Teacher

Elementary Education

Language Arts

Social Science

ESL- English as a Second Language




Martha Vences-Nieves