Rebecca Dickson
Fridley
Summary
Seasoned Reading Intervention Specialist with a solid background in designing and implementing reading intervention programs for diverse student populations. Strengths include comprehensive knowledge of literacy instruction, individualized learning strategies, and data analysis to track student progress. Proven ability to foster strong relationships with students, parents, and other educators while consistently improving reading proficiency rates among struggling readers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Intervention Specialist
HOPE Community Academy
Saint Paul
08.2025 - Current
- Assessed student reading levels using standardized tests and informal assessments.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions to meet individual learning needs.
- Implemented targeted literacy strategies in small group settings to improve student reading skills.
- Developed engaging materials to motivate students and increase participation in literacy activities.
- Worked with children of different ages and molded teaching methods to align with age and skill level.
EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SKILLS INSTRUCTOR & READING/MATH INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
LDA MINNESOTA
Golden Valley
12.2018 - Current
- Delivered Executive Function Skills instruction to middle and high school students with ADHD, fostering improved academic engagement both online and in-person.
- Developed and implemented targeted strategies that significantly improved executive function skills among students.
- Provided RTI level II and III intervention services in literacy and math for grades K to 9, enhancing student learning outcomes through Title 1.
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
ACADEMIA CESAR CHAVEZ
St. Paul
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Crafted individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs, facilitating targeted instruction and progress monitoring.
- Developed individualized curriculum and support for students with autism and learning disabilities, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes based on specific needs and accommodations.
- Assisted in Due Process procedures by writing evaluations and IEP goals, ensuring compliance and promoting student advocacy.
- Utilized Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to enhance curriculum delivery and assess student progress.
- Planned, taught, and assessed instructional practices to accommodate varying ability levels.
- Conducted benchmark assessments to evaluate student performance and inform instruction.
TITLE 1 TEACHER - READING AND MATH INTERVENTION
ST. PETER ELEMENTARY ISD 622
North St Paul
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Assessed and instructed first and second graders in reading and math, fostering academic growth in a non-public school setting
- Customized interventions to address each student's unique academic challenges, enhancing individual learning outcomes
- Developed distance learning digital activities and websites, facilitating access to educational resources for students in need
EXPLORATIONS TEACHER - SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY
Coon Rapids
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Instructed over 700 students in the areas of Science and Social Studies using an Inquiry approach
- Enhanced student engagement in science by fostering a collaborative classroom environment
- Implemented Understanding by Design (UbD) framework for each grade level, integrating a literacy focus
- Utilized Google Classroom for grades three to five, introducing grade two to foundational skills
TITLE 1 READING SPECIALIST
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SCHOOLS
Columbia Heights
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed and implemented supplemental literacy strategies for struggling students in grades 1-3, enhancing their reading skills
- Executed data-driven interventions, achieving student academic success
- Assessed and evaluated students' literacy and math strengths and needs to tailor interventions
- Planned and taught differentiated instruction for multi-cultural classes, adapting practices to various ability levels
Education
ABS LICENSE - Special Education
LDA MINNESOTA
Golden Valley, MN05.2022
K-12 READING LICENSE -
Hamline University
St. Paul, MN05.2016
MASTER OF ARTS - EDUCATION
St. Catherine University
St. Paul, MN12.1996
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION, K-6, MS ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS, MS SPANISH
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN05.1991
Skills
- Reading interventions
- Phonics instruction
- Phonemic awareness
- Reading comprehension
- Vocabulary building
- Literacy development
- Science of Reading
- Differentiated instruction
- Data-driven instruction
- Progress monitoring
- Student assessments
- Small group instruction
- Cooperative Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Google Classroom
- IEP writing
- Student engagement
Affiliations
- NATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF MATHEMATICS, 2020 - Present
- COUNCIL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN, 2021 - Present
- INTERNATIONAL LITERACY ASSOCIATION, 2016 - Present
- ASCD, 1991 - Present
Websites
Personal Information
READING & MATH INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
References
References provided upon request
Other Related Experience
- Learning Academy Teacher
- Third Grade Teacher (LTS)
- Special Education Substitute Teacher
- General Education Substitute Teacher
- Third and fourth Spanish Teacher (LTS)
- Spanish Teacher grade 8
- Pre-Algebra Teacher grade 8
- Tools for Learning Teacher Grade 6
- Fourth/Fifth Combination Classroom Teacher
- Red Cross Babysitter Instructor
- Red Cross CPR & First Aid Instructor
Professional Development
- Lexia LETRS Training
- Heggerty Phonemic Awareness and Phonics
- REWARDS Intervention Curriculum
- E3: Education, Excellence and Equity
- Culturally Responsive Teaching trainings
- Cultural Competency Training
- Incorporating SEL for Student Centered, Equity Focused Education
- IDI - Intercultural Development Inventory
- Multicultural Summit - Difficult Dialogs and Healing Conversations
- Healing/Talking Circles (Restorative Practices)
- Four Simple Ways to Incorporate the Science of Reading in your Classroom
- Explicit and Intensive Instruction in Reading
- Working with English Language Learners
- Progress monitoring for reading and math
- School PACE and IRLA (American Reading Company) record keeping and assessment
- Planning with the WIDA ELD Standards Framework
- Stress, Trauma and the Brain Impact on the Work we Do
- Threads of Reading: Literacy Development
- Teaching with the Brain in Mind
- Project GLAD (Guided Language Acquisition Design)
- Tools 4 Learning, Sound Walls
- DESMOS Math
- Math intervention and curriculum development
- Executive Function Skills training and teaching
- Collaboration, Culture, and Co-Teaching class
Timeline
Reading Intervention Specialist
HOPE Community Academy
08.2025 - Current
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
ACADEMIA CESAR CHAVEZ
08.2022 - 06.2023
TITLE 1 TEACHER - READING AND MATH INTERVENTION
ST. PETER ELEMENTARY ISD 622
01.2020 - 06.2021
EXECUTIVE FUNCTION SKILLS INSTRUCTOR & READING/MATH INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
LDA MINNESOTA
12.2018 - Current
EXPLORATIONS TEACHER - SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY
09.2017 - 06.2018
TITLE 1 READING SPECIALIST
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SCHOOLS
10.2016 - 05.2017
ABS LICENSE - Special Education
LDA MINNESOTA
K-12 READING LICENSE -
Hamline University
MASTER OF ARTS - EDUCATION
St. Catherine University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION, K-6, MS ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS, MS SPANISH
Minnesota State University