Priscilla Forrest
New Hartford,CT
Summary
Eager Literacy Tutor with superior knowledge of reading comprehension education. Talented at working closely with students to develop reading enjoyment and growth. Committed to designing individual lesson plans based on student interest, age group and reading level.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Tutor
Shared Services
08.2014 - Current
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Encouraged students to find things to read individually to increase reading interest.
- Held group and individual reading discussions to assess student reading levels.
- Assigned homework to increase spelling, vocabulary and reading abilities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans in accordance with curriculums.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
Site Coordinator
EdAdvance
08.2013 - Current
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
- Supervised crew of over 4 employees.
- Accurately documented all onsite issue using Google and Microsoft.
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
- Identified community resources and networked with local officials to coordinate.
- Recruited volunteers to assist with fundraising and community outreach.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2019
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Tunxis Community College
Farmington, CT05.2011
Skills
- Reading List Creation
- Test Preparation and Test-Taking Strategies
- Clear Instruction and Communication
- Academic Advice and Counseling
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Maintain Records
- Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment
- Promote Learning
- Manage Tutoring Schedule
- Phonics Mastery
- Administering Diagnostic Assessments
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Creating Customized Learning Plans
- Study Support Materials
- Interactive Learning Strategies
- Individual Lessons
- Evaluate Progress
- Educational Activities
- Adapting to student's Learning Style
- Inspiring Love of Learning
Timeline
Literacy Tutor
Shared Services
08.2014 - Current
Site Coordinator
EdAdvance
08.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Tunxis Community College
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