Rebecca Roberts
Granger,IA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Des Moines Public Schools, adept in differentiated instruction and fostering student engagement. Mastered explicit literacy strategies, achieving over 95% Title student accuracy by fourth grade. Excelled in teacher collaboration and relationship building, significantly enhancing instructional outcomes and student performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Strategist
Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with administrators, curriculum specialists, and teachers to create innovative instructional materials.
- Analyzed data from formative assessments to inform instruction and improve student performance.
- Reviewed student data to identify areas where additional instruction or intervention was needed.
- Facilitated small group instruction tailored for individual student needs.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Implemented behavior management systems that promote positive behaviors.
- Identified learning needs of students with disabilities and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Developed Individual Education Plans for students with disabilities.
Title 1 Reading Teacher
Carroll Community School District
Carroll, IA
08.2017 - Current
- Provide systematic phonics instruction using the SIPPS reading curriculum.
- Interpreted assessment data to determine best intervention methods for K-2 students.
- Data has been tracked for numerous years using the SIPPS program with 95% or our Title students maintaining accuracy by fourth grade.
- Helped create a multi-sensory letter sound fluency Title I curriculum for struggling Kindergarten students.
- Facilitated PLC meetings as PLC leader for two years.
First Grade Teacher
Carroll Community School District
Carroll, IA
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Instructed students individually and in groups using researched based instructional routines and procedures.
- Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized classroom environment.
- Served as a Model Teacher for two years per our TLC grant as well as on many district committees.
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Carroll Community School District
Carroll, IA
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Two long-term assignments for two consecutive years for the Title I reading teacher.
- One long term assignment to assist the fourth/fifth grade special education teacher when they split her caseload.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Title I/Reading Recovery Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
Marshall, MO
08.2005 - 05.2009
- Completed year long Reading Recovery training.
- Completed a Master's degree in Elementary Reading and Literacy.
- Analyzed and reported on each student's progress in reading in accordance with school district's policies.
- Encouraged love of reading and promoted literacy to students.
- Spoke with parents to discuss student progress and discuss reading issues.
- Instructed students individually using the Reading Recovery method and in groups using varied teaching methods.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Second Grade Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
Marshall, MO
08.2001 - 05.2005
- Completed the Missouri Reading Initiative training.
- Completed the Ozanam BIST Model for the schoolwide behavior intervention plan.
- Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
- Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan and implement curriculum.
Education
Ed. Specialist - Leadership
Drake University
Des Moines08-2027
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Virtual08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri Valley College
Marshall, MO05.2001
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Setting Learning Targets
- Positive Reinforcement
- Goal Setting With My Students
- Differentiated Instruction
- Explicit Literacy and Math Strategies
- Relationship Building
- Multitasking and Organization
- Teacher Collaboration
- Student engagement
Timeline
Instructional Strategist
Des Moines Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
Title 1 Reading Teacher
Carroll Community School District
08.2017 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Carroll Community School District
08.2012 - 05.2017
Long Term Substitute Teacher
Carroll Community School District
08.2010 - 05.2012
Title I/Reading Recovery Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
08.2005 - 05.2009
Second Grade Teacher
Marshall Public Schools
08.2001 - 05.2005
Ed. Specialist - Leadership
Drake University
Master of Science - Elementary Reading And Literacy
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Missouri Valley College
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