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Rebecca Lueken

Greenbrier,AR

Summary

Dynamic education professional with proven expertise in literacy and special education across roles from Reading Interventionist at Little Rock School District to K-8 Principal. Excelled in using IMSE Orton-Gillingham and Wilson Reading System to enhance reading fluency and comprehension. Skilled in individualized learning and instructional coaching, significantly contributing to literacy success and teacher development.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reading Interventionist, IEP Coordinator

Little Rock School District
08.2002 - 06.2021
  • Supported development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
  • Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
  • Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
  • Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
  • Coordinated with Special Education staff to identify appropriate accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities, ensuring equal access to successful learning experiences.
  • Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
  • Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers related to best practices in reading intervention strategies, contributing to overall school success in literacy education.

High School Resource English Teacher

DesArc School District
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of student progress, achievements, and goals as required by federal regulations and district policies.
  • Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within classroom setting.
  • Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting interventions as needed to maximize success.
  • Mentored new teachers on student progress monitoring and legal document preparation.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.
  • Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems..
  • Improved student literacy levels by implementing targeted reading strategies and interventions.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.

K-8 Principal

Desoto School, Inc.

Curriculum Director, Reading & Writing Reading Lab

DeSoto School, Inc.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Master of Science - School Administration

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Skills

  • IMSE Orton-Gillingham
  • Wilson Reading System
  • Lexia
  • Distar Reading
  • Lindamood-Bell Language Based Reading Program
  • Individualized Learning
  • Vocabulary building
  • Student Records Management
  • Instructional Coaching
  • Mentoring Teachers
  • Fluency Development
  • Assessment tools
  • IEP understanding

Accomplishments

Presenter:

* "Master of Arts in Teaching Students of Success" Symposium (University of Central Arkansas)

* Partnership for Transition to Teaching (University of Central Arkansas)


Other Experiences:

Textbook Adoption, SBIT, Leadership Committee, Literacy Committee, Curriculum Alignment Chairman, Special Education Department Chairman, Due Process Compliance Coach


Recognitions:

* LRSD Teacher of the Year (Pulaski Heights Middle School)

* DeSoto Schools Teacher of the Year

* Readers' Choice Award: Principal of the Year (Phillips County)

* Featured in ADE Portfolio Assessment Guide

* Featured as "Outstanding Woman and Citizen"

(Helena/West Helena Newspaper)



Certification

  • Licensed Elementary 1-6
  • Licensed Curriculum Specialist K-8
  • Licensed Elementary Principal K-8
  • Licensed Mildly/HDCP K-12
  • Licensed Mod/Profound HDCP K-12

Timeline

Reading Interventionist, IEP Coordinator

Little Rock School District
08.2002 - 06.2021

High School Resource English Teacher

DesArc School District

K-8 Principal

Desoto School, Inc.

Curriculum Director, Reading & Writing Reading Lab

DeSoto School, Inc.

Bachelor of Science - Elementary And Special Education

Arkansas State University

Master of Science - School Administration

Delta State University

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