Melinda Tredaway
Midland,TX
Summary
Dedicated educator with 15 years of experience in student engagement, student assessment and large case management of diverse students in special populations. Expertise in team collaboration, problem-solving and fostering effective communication. Proven track record of IEP compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Midland ISD
Midland, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with educators, administrators, and parents to develop educational plans that meet the individual needs of each student
- Assist school personnel in the identification and understanding of students with disabilities
- Deploy various assessment instruments and techniques to assist in identifying students eligible for special education
- Complete the required documentation and reports for compliance
- Meet with students to conduct individual assessments to determine academic needs
- Compile and interpret students' test results, along with information from teachers and parents, to assess eligibility for special education services
- Adhere to timelines to maintain compliance
Dyslexia Therapist
Midland Public Library
Midland, TX
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Performed small group therapy for students identified with dyslexia.
- Evaluated, scored, and interpreted dyslexia screeners.
- Met local regulations for certification
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful intervention
- Collaborated with school administrators to ensure that appropriate accommodations were made for students with dyslexia
- Assisted teachers in understanding the unique needs of students with dyslexia
- Educated school personnel on effective classroom strategies for accommodating students with dyslexia
- Monitored student performance data to measure effectiveness of instructional interventions
First Grade Teacher
Midland ISD
Midland, TX
07.2015 - 03.2019
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy relationships
- Planned lessons according to district standards
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in the educational process
- Administered various reading tests, and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings
- Tracked student growth throughout the year
- Taught core subjects of reading, math, science, and social studies
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Lubbock Christian University
Lubbock, TX06-2003
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Sport Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-1999
Skills
- IEP compliance and development
- Transition planning
- Data interpretation
- Communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Learning disabilities identification
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Midland ISD
08.2022 - Current
Dyslexia Therapist
Midland Public Library
03.2019 - 07.2022
First Grade Teacher
Midland ISD
07.2015 - 03.2019
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Lubbock Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Sport Science
Texas Tech University
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