Meredith Spanellis
Bradenton
Summary
Forward-thinking individual with love of reading and dedication to educating students. Offering more than [Number] years of assessing skills and enacting engaging lesson plans. Energetic individual highly skilled in student learning plans and literacy improvement. Desiring a Reading Teacher position with a private school. Reading Teacher with an astute understanding of lesson planning and individualized literacy strategies. Looking to bring further success to a school district by positively engaging students both in groups and individually.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Recovery Teacher/ Early Interventionist
Sarasota County School Board
08.2017 - Current
- Organized professional development workshops for fellow educators, sharing best practices in literacy instruction and Reading Recovery strategies.
- Served as a mentor for new Reading Recovery teachers, providing guidance, support, and resources to ease their transition into the role.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension through targeted guided reading sessions and data-driven interventions.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to ensure continuity of instruction and reinforcement of literacy skills across all subjects.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional techniques to maximize learning outcomes.
- Enhanced students'' writing skills by providing explicit instruction and constructive feedback on their written work.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and involving them in the learning process when needed.
- Reduced the achievement gap for struggling readers by providing intensive one-on-one support and targeted interventions.
- Maintained detailed records of student assessments, progress reports, and intervention plans to inform future instruction efforts.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest research-based teaching methods in the field of literacy education.
- Increased student literacy by implementing Reading Recovery strategies and individualized instruction plans.
- Boosted students'' confidence in reading by creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
Grade 1 Teacher Bay Haven School of Basics Plus
Sarasota County School District
08.2005 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Mentored new teachers to help them effectively implement curriculum goals and objectives in their classrooms.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assessed student performance using various formative and summative assessment tools, guiding future instruction based on data analysis.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, conferences, and workshops focused on supporting student success at home.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, promoting a safe and productive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing student understanding of various subjects.
- Enhanced learning opportunities by incorporating visual aids, manipulatives, and real-world examples in lessons.
- Boosted students'' reading comprehension skills through targeted interventions and assessments.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of each student within the classroom setting.
- Continuously improved instruction by participating in professional development opportunities and reflecting on feedback from peers and administrators.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students'' families to better understand their backgrounds and learning needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05.2002
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Reading Comprehension
- Reading Intervention
- Multisensory Teaching
Certification
- ESOL Endorsement K-12
- Reading Endorsement K-12
Timeline
Reading Recovery Teacher/ Early Interventionist
Sarasota County School Board
08.2017 - Current
Grade 1 Teacher Bay Haven School of Basics Plus
Sarasota County School District
08.2005 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Ball State University
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