Sammi Lee
Katy,TX
Summary
Dedicated student advocate with a strong focus on meeting the individual needs of students who struggle with reading, particularly in language. Known for flexibility and accommodation in designing and implementing intensive multi-sensory instruction that directly addresses the needs of struggling readers. Expertise lies in addressing the unique needs of each student, ensuring their growth and success in an adaptable educational environment. Firm behavioral management techniques and excellent interpersonal and communication skills establish excellent rapport with all members of the school community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Provider of Dyslexia Instruction
Winborn Elem, Beck JH, Nelson JH
08.2019 - Current
- Implement Reading by Design curriculum with fidelity
- Collect and report student data to Special Education staff
- Collaborate with regular and special education staff to develop PLAAF and annual IEP goals/objectives for IEP
- Participate in MTSS, Section 504, and ARD committees to collaboratively make decisions about dyslexia
- Administer and interpret comprehensive dyslexia assessments
- Collect, maintain and report data related to student progress
- Communicate student progress to parents
- Attend on-going staff development in the area of dyslexia
- Provide on-going dyslexia training to campus staff
4th Grade Writing Teacher
Winborn Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the districts curriculum program
- Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations and differentiation for student learning style
- Present subject matter according to guidelines established by TEA, board policies and administrative regulations
- Collaborate with staff for planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, and best practices according to district requirements
- Design relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity
In-Class Support Teacher K-5th grade
Winborn Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Develop and implement reading, math and writing instruction based on the individual needs and IEP goals of the students on caseload
- Progress monitor IEP goals and student overall growth in all academic areas
- Write IEP's and attend IEP meetings for each student on caseload
- Collaborate and plan with general education and special educations teachers
- Assist general education teacher with accommodations and instruction in the general education setting
Dyslexia Interventionist 6th & 7th grade
Jackson Middle School
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Develop and implement reading instruction with co-teacher for student with a variety of reading abilities
- Identify and implement goals tailored to the student's individual needs and abilities
- Progress monitor student's growth
- Write IEP's and conduct IEP meetings for students with an IEP
- Collaborate with parents, general education teachers and special education teacher
- Employed diverse techniques to promote active learning including individualized instruction, problem solving assignments, and small group work
Dyslexia Interventionist K-5th grade
Cielo Azul Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Assess and place students in district's dyslexia program using a variety of data including formal and informal assessments
- Provide Tier III intensive systematic instruction to students with dyslexia utilizing research-based curriculum
- Progress monitor students' performance using curriculum monitoring tool
- Write and conduct IEP meetings for the students with dyslexia on my caseload
- Attend Tier II meetings making recommendations for dyslexia or RTI interventions
Resource/Dyslexia Teacher K-6th Grade
Goliad Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2012
- Provide Tier III intensive systematic instruction to students with dyslexia utilizing research-based curriculum
- Assess and progress monitor students' performance using curriculum monitoring tool
- Attend 504 and Tier II meetings making recommendations for dyslexia or RTI interventions
Reading Resource Teacher 4th and 5th grade
Valencia Elementary
01.2005 - 05.2006
- Responsible for providing individualized reading instruction and strategies for students with a reading disability
- Identified each student reading strengths and weaknesses and tailored the instruction and activities to each student's individual needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education & Elementary Education
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM01.2005
Skills
- Specialized Knowledge in Dyslexia
- Effective communication
- Organization
- Public Relations
- Teamwork
- Leadership
Certification
- New Mexico K-8 Elementary License
- New Mexico Pre K-12 Special Education License
- Texas Generalist EC-4
- Texas Special Education EC-12
Professional Development
- 08/2007, Diana Day Behavior Workshop
- 08/2008, National Reading Institute Academy
- 01/2009, HABITS Reading Workshop
- 03/2010, Science Academy
- 06/2010, Dianna Zike Math Workshop
- 07/2011, Take Flight Training
- 08/2011, Teaching Exceptional Children
- 01/2012, Reading Best Practices
- 02/2013, Southwest Dyslexia Conference
- 06/2013, LETRS Training
- 01/2014, Orton Gillingham Training
- 10/2015, SPIRE Reading Intervention Training
- 10/2016, DIP Training
Timeline
Provider of Dyslexia Instruction
Winborn Elem, Beck JH, Nelson JH
08.2019 - Current
4th Grade Writing Teacher
Winborn Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
In-Class Support Teacher K-5th grade
Winborn Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2018
Dyslexia Interventionist 6th & 7th grade
Jackson Middle School
08.2015 - 05.2016
Dyslexia Interventionist K-5th grade
Cielo Azul Elementary
08.2012 - 05.2015
Resource/Dyslexia Teacher K-6th Grade
Goliad Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2012
Reading Resource Teacher 4th and 5th grade
Valencia Elementary
01.2005 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education & Elementary Education
Eastern New Mexico University
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