Melody Davis
Denton,TX
Summary
Dedicated Educational Diagnostician with expertise in data-driven assessments and individualized education plans. Proven ability to facilitate ARD/IEP meetings and analyze assessment data, enhancing student engagement and academic success. Seeking a Learning & Development or Training Specialist role to further apply these skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Argyle ISD
Argyle, Texas
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Facilitated ARD/IEP meetings and communicated findings to parents, educators, and support staff.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify student learning needs.
- Utilized specialized software to analyze assessment data and generate reports.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary meetings to review student progress and strategies.
- Provided guidance on special education eligibility criteria and regulations.
- Engaged with parents to discuss assessment results and recommendations.
- Analyzed results of formal testing procedures used to diagnose specific learning disabilities or other conditions.
- Facilitated meetings between school personnel, parents and outside agencies to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided for students with disabilities.
Educational Diagnostician
Lewisville ISD
Lewisville, Texas
07.2021 - 06.2025
- Worked closely with special education teachers and related service providers to ensure that all required services were being provided.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to develop educational plans that meet the individual needs of each student.
- Assisted in the identification of learning disabilities by administering assessments such as IQ tests, achievement tests.
- Attended case conferences and team meetings as necessary to discuss a student's current status or plan for future interventions.
- Conducted evaluations of student performance to determine eligibility for special education services.
- Participated in district initiatives such as Response To Intervention programs or Positive Behavior Support Systems.
- Interpreted and reported on test results and discussed findings with teachers, administrators and caregivers.
- Monitored students' academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Administered and evaluated psychological tests.
General Education Teacher
Denton ISD
Denton, USA
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Integrated technology tools to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and tools.
- Facilitated group activities to promote teamwork and social skills among students.
- Provided instruction in math, language arts, science and social studies to a class of 19 fourth grade students.
Special Education Teacher - Middle School
Lewisville ISD
Flower Mound , TX
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Developed individualized education plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to support inclusive classrooms.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to enhance student engagement.
- Adapted instructional materials for students with varying learning abilities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to target specific skill deficits.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and challenges.
- Utilized assistive technology to support students' learning experiences.
- Coordinated with support staff to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
- Organized inclusive classroom activities promoting peer interactions.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Dallas Isd
Dallas, TX
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed individualized education programs for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student learning goals.
- Adapted instructional materials to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching techniques.
- Monitored student performance through observations, assessments and record-keeping.
- Advised staff members on implementation of modifications required by IEPs .
- Created lesson plans based on individual student IEPs that focused on academic achievement goals.
- Attended IEP meetings where appropriate to provide updates on student progress.
Education
M.Ed. - Special Education, Educational Diagnostician Certification
LAMAR UNIVERSITY BEAUMONT
01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY
01-2010
Skills
- Report Writing & Presentation
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Psychoeducational evaluations
- IEP development
- Instructional accommodations
- Special education compliance
- Parent communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Learning disabilities identification
- Individualized education plan development
- Assessment interpretation
- Intellectual disability assessment
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Data-driven decision making
- Data Interpretation & Needs Analysis
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Argyle ISD
07.2025 - 06.2026
Educational Diagnostician
Lewisville ISD
07.2021 - 06.2025
General Education Teacher
Denton ISD
01.2016 - 01.2021
Special Education Teacher - Middle School
Lewisville ISD
08.2015 - 05.2016
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Dallas Isd
10.2013 - 06.2015
M.Ed. - Special Education, Educational Diagnostician Certification
LAMAR UNIVERSITY BEAUMONT
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
FORT HAYS STATE UNIVERSITY