Rebekah Spina
Calera
Summary
Dedicated educator with a focus on collaboration, data-driven decision making, and curriculum development. Expertise in creating engaging lessons and implementing targeted interventions to foster student success. Eagerly creates an inclusive classroom environment that supports students of all backgrounds and learning needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
1st Grade Teacher - Inclusion
Calera Elementary School
Calera, AL
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with other teachers to develop highly engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of students using the best educational practices.
- Analyze student data and implement intervention strategies to target learning gaps during tier two instruction.
- Developed a comprehensive math curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring measurable student achievement outcomes.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEPs and behavior plans.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, involving them in their child''s education and fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
- Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management techniques and instructional best practices.
Reading Interventionist
Calera Elementary School
Calera, AL
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Implemented targeted reading interventions to enhance student literacy skills and comprehension.
- Increased student literacy rates by utilizing research-based instructional methods and materials.
- Tracked student achievements using standardized assessments and informal observations, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
Education
M.Ed - School Psychometry
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
Montevallo12-2020
Skills
- LETRS
- Math Model Team
- SPIRE
- Trauma Informed Teaching
- AMSTI Science Grade 1
- Medical Emergency Response Team
- Action-Based Learning
- BIP Data collection & Implementation
- Grant Writing
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher - Inclusion
Calera Elementary School
08.2021 - Current
Reading Interventionist
Calera Elementary School
01.2021 - 05.2021
M.Ed - School Psychometry
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo