Nina Mairs
Stevens Point
Summary
Dedicated Reading Interventionist with a proven track record in promoting learning using the MLSS model. Committed to fostering student progress through building strong relationships, utilizing evidence-based interventions and collaboration with educators.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
08.2011 - Current
- Used MLSS to identify needs, plan for instruction and progress monitoring.
- Provided evidence based small group and individual instruction in literacy to students with reading difficulties.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate reading interventions into classroom practices.
- Engaged in co-teaching and push-in support in classrooms where the need was highest.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions as necessary.
- Trained and mentored new staff on effective reading intervention techniques.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and inform instructional decisions for improved outcomes.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on literacy best practices for educators.
- Engaged with families to support student learning and promote reading at home.
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Wrote grants to build a lending library, enhance classroom libraries, and provide reading incentives to foster home reading.
- Member of various district committees.
- Acted as Internal Coach for Reading Corps program, training, scheduling, supporting, and evaluating Reading Corps tutors.
Adjunct Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Taught Language Arts for Pre-service Early Childhood teachers.
- Integrated technology in instruction to improve student engagement and streamline learning processes.
- Developed and delivered engaging course materials in alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student performance through assignments, exams, and feedback to foster academic growth.
- Mentored students on research projects, guiding them in methodology and analytical techniques.
Reading Interventionist
Baraboo School District
Baraboo, WI
09.2010 - 07.2011
- Developed individualized reading intervention plans tailored to student needs.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance literacy skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate reading interventions into classroom practices.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and adjust interventions as necessary.
- Engaged in co-teaching and push-in support in classrooms.
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers related to best practices in reading intervention strategies, contributing to overall school success in literacy education.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Carleton College
Northfield, MNMaster of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN316 Reading Teacher - Reading
University of Wisconsin At Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI317 Reading Specialist - Reading
University of Wisconsin At Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WISkills
- Proficient in delivering evidence based interventions such as Sound Partners, Fundations, and UFLI
- Individualized learning
- Skills assessment
- Formative assessment
- Motivational style
- Response to intervention
- Data management
- Dyslexia support
- Proficient in eduCLIMBER, Aimsweb, Renaissance, Fastbridge, Skyward, Canvas, Canva, and Google
- Instructional coaching
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Adjunct Assistant Professor
University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point
08.2015 - 12.2017
Reading Interventionist
Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools
08.2011 - Current
Reading Interventionist
Baraboo School District
09.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Carleton College
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
University of St. Thomas
316 Reading Teacher - Reading
University of Wisconsin At Stevens Point
317 Reading Specialist - Reading
University of Wisconsin At Stevens Point