Robyn DiSabato

Dedicated MTSS and literacy intervention specialist seeking to enhance district-wide professional development and implementation of research-driven interventions. Brings over twenty years of experience as a teacher, coach, education consultant, and interventionist with a strong background in the science of reading, structured literacy, data analysis, and MTSS processes. Currently completing a doctoral program and superintendent internship to expand leadership skills.

• Instructional II: Elementary K-6
• Instructional II: Reading Specialist PK-12
• Instructional II: Grades 4-8 Mathematics
• Program Specialist: English as a Second Language PK-12
• Superintendent Letter of Eligibility – completing administrative internship and coursework toward Pennsylvania superintendent certification.

• PA Level II Instructional Certificates (Elementary K-6, Reading Specialist PK-12, Grades 4-8 Mathematics) and Program Specialist: ESL PK-12.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional development on MTSS processes, evidence‑based literacy and math interventions, and structured literacy aligned with Chapter 49 and Title II requirements.
• LETRS-trained administrator with deep understanding of the science of reading and structured literacy, and experience leading district initiatives.
• Demonstrated success implementing MTSS frameworks: assessing, benchmarking, progress monitoring, and using data for student placement and growth.
• Strong background in Chapter 14 special education and ESL; collaborates with special education providers and ESL teachers to support diverse learners.
• More than 20 years of elementary and secondary teaching experience, including four years as a literacy coach, one year as an education consultant and four years as an MTSS interventionist; this breadth of experience informs practice and lends credibility in teacher support.

• Completed intensive coursework and internship experiences focused on leadership and structured literacy as part of superintendent eligibility requirements:
• LETRS for Administrators – Participated in Lexia’s Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling program for administrators to master the systems and infrastructures needed to implement the science of reading. Developed a blueprint for implementing research-based literacy initiatives, aligning leadership decisions with classroom practice, and engaging families and communities.
• PaTTAN Structured Literacy Leadership: What Administrators Need to Know! – Studied legislative requirements (Act 55, Chapter 49), the science of reading and structured literacy, and strategies for evaluating and improving district literacy programs. Gained skills to select and interpret literacy assessments, analyze district data, design explicit instruction, and apply MTSS frameworks for structured literacy.
• PaTTAN PA Science of Reading: Knowledge Course – Completed the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s online science of reading course to deepen knowledge of the reading brain, structured literacy components, and research-based instruction. Developed a personal plan to align classroom practices with the science of reading.