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Natalie Nava

Mansfield,TX

Summary

History of successfully planning, delivering and assessing reading intervention plans. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reading Specialist

MISD
08.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
  • Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
  • Utilized research-based interventions to address the specific needs of each student, resulting in significant improvement in reading fluency and accuracy rates.
  • Enhanced dyslexic students' reading comprehension by implementing multi-sensory teaching methods and tailored lesson plans.
  • Provided ongoing consultation to general education teachers regarding classroom accommodations and modifications for students with dyslexia.

Reading Interventionist

MISD
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies
  • Assessed and documented student progress with established goals
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind


5th Grade ELA Teacher

MISD
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.

1st Grade Teacher

MISD
08.1997 - 05.2016

Education

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Texas
Denton, TX
08.1997

Skills

  • Reading instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Fluency Development
  • Dyslexia Support
  • Identifying specific needs
  • IEP Understanding
  • Assessments Understanding
  • Progress Monitoring

Certification

  • Texas Certificate, Provisional Grades 1-8
  • English as a Second Language, Grades 1-8

Timeline

Reading Specialist

MISD
08.2021 - Current

Reading Interventionist

MISD
08.2018 - 05.2021

5th Grade ELA Teacher

MISD
08.2016 - 05.2018

1st Grade Teacher

MISD
08.1997 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

University of North Texas
Natalie Nava