Pamela Irwin
New Cumberland,Pennsylvania
Summary
Dedicated Elementary Reading Specialist with expertise in diagnostic assessment, development of targeted intervention plans that use evidence- based strategies/ programs to address specific skill deficits. I also actively engage in data analysis to monitor student progress as well as adjust instruction. Committed to enhancing student outcomes through personalized literacy interventions and collaborative teacher training.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Reading Specialist
Central Dauphin School District
Harrisburg, PA
08.2007 - Current
- Administer diagnostic assessments, using various diagnostic tools, to identify student specific skill deficits.
- Implement evidence- based literacy interventions for struggling readers in a one-on- one or small group setting.
- Train classroom teachers on evidence based- literacy interventions to use within the classroom for small group reading or reading skill groups.
- Data Analysis: Monitor student progress using data- driven tools, adjusting instruction to ensure goals are met.
- Mentor classroom teachers on effective literacy practices, including modeling lessons.
- Provide school wide professional development on effective literacy practices to use in their classrooms. ,
- Design intervention plans for students who could benefit from more intensive literacy support.
- Meeting with parents and or guardians to discuss their child's progress
Seventh and Eighth Grade ELA Teacher
Lebanon School District
Lebanon, PA
08.2004 - 08.2007
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated discussions to enhance critical thinking and comprehension skills.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Evaluated student performance using formative and summative assessments to adjust instruction as needed for optimal results.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, utilizing proactive strategies to maintain a productive learning atmosphere.
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing targeted reading strategies and comprehension exercises.
Education
Master of Science - Reading (with Reading Specialist Certification)
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA12-2003
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Progress monitoring
- Strategic intervention planning
- Data Analysis
- Diagnostic Assessment
- Intervention strategies
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Elementary Reading Specialist
Central Dauphin School District
08.2007 - Current
Seventh and Eighth Grade ELA Teacher
Lebanon School District
08.2004 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Reading (with Reading Specialist Certification)
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania