Melissa Walters
Ovett,MS
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dyslexia Therapist
Jones County School District
Laurel, MS
08.2005 - Current
- Evaluated, scored and interpreted assessments and screening measures.
- Completed comprehensive assessments in addressing learning disabilities.
- Understood, used and remained abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within dyslexia field.
- Met federal and state regulations for licensure and certification.
- Performed small group and individual therapy based on client needs with focus on dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
- Effectively maintained caseload of 40 sessions per week using alternative therapies.
Special Education Teacher
Laurel School District
Laurel, MS
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Education
Specialist of Education - Instructional Leadership
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS05.2017
Master of Education - Dyslexia Therapy
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS08.2001
Associate of Arts -
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS05.1996
Skills
- Dyslexia Diagnosis and Management
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Family Education and Communication
- Therapeutic Assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Informative Lectures
- Educational Support
Affiliations
Pine Belt Women's Sertoma-Board Member
Timeline
Dyslexia Therapist
Jones County School District
08.2005 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Laurel School District
08.2001 - 05.2004
Specialist of Education - Instructional Leadership
William Carey University
Master of Education - Dyslexia Therapy
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Science - Special Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Arts -
Jones County Junior College
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