STEPHANIE ARNOLD
Max Meadows,USA
Summary
Accomplished Reading Specialist with a strong track record at Blacksburg High School, utilizing data analysis and targeted intervention strategies to enhance student literacy outcomes. Demonstrates effective collaboration with educators and parents to create an inclusive learning environment. Proficient in differentiated instruction and technology integration, driving increased student engagement and academic achievement.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist/Secondary Interventionist
Blacksburg High School
Blacksburg, VA
07.2020 - Current
- Utilized data from formative and summative assessments in order to analyze student progress towards meeting learning goals.
- Created lesson plans to teach phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.
- Developed and implemented reading intervention plans for struggling students.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to improve reading skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for differentiating instruction based on the needs of individual students.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, administrators, social workers, psychologists, and other professionals to create comprehensive intervention plans.
Reading Specialist
Pulaski County High School
Dublin, VA
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.
- Presented workshops at staff meetings regarding effective methods for teaching literacy skills.
- Conducted assessments of student performance in order to recommend appropriate instructional modifications.
- Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.
Teacher
Riverlawn Elementary School
Pulaski County, VA
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Principal, Elementary School
Bradley Elementary School
Raleigh County, WV
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Oversaw day-to-day work of classroom teachers, administrative staff and school personnel to expertly serve students' needs and meet district and state standards.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers in instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with various outreach entities including local colleges to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
Principal, Elementary School
Mt. Lookout Elementary School
Nicholas County, WV
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Organized and conducted professional development activities for staff members to enhance their knowledge of educational practices.
- Developed platform for instructional practices design through data-driven decision-making.
- Analyzed data from standardized tests to identify areas where improvement is needed at the school level.
- Collaborated with district leaders on initiatives such as budgeting, curriculum planning, personnel decisions.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
Testing Coordinator
Mount Lookout Elementary School
Nicholas County, WV
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Recruited and trained testing team members.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed system requirements documents to ensure accuracy of testing conditions.
- Assisted with quality control monitoring and identification of root cause for non-conformances.
Teacher, 'On Call' Designee
Fort Chiswell Middle School
Wythe County, VA
01.2002 - 01.2011
- Oversaw afterschool programs and monitored activities for safe and encouraging learning environment.
- Developed positive relationships with school students, teachers and local community.
- Facilitated the development of curriculum aligned with state standards.
- Prepared drafts of course schedules and descriptions to estimate staffing and facility requirements.
- Interpreted data analysis reports to assess progress towards meeting district goals.
- Developed instructional methods and content for educational or student activity programs.
- Collaborated with parents and administrators to drive problem resolution and enforce discipline.
- Engaged students and families through lecture and discussion, increasing interaction to build inclusive anti-bullying learning environment.
Teacher, Upper Elementary
Wythe County
, VA
01.1991 - 01.2002
- Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
- Formed deep relationships with parents and students by engaging groups through conferences, emails, texts and phone calls.
- Assisted with the development of IEPs for special education students.
- Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
- Instructed large groups of students using lectures, demonstrations, discussions, audio-visual materials, computers and hands-on activities.
- Oversaw grade-level field trips to educate and keep students safe.
Education
Certification: Literacy Mentor/Coach - Literacy Integration
Radford University
Virginia01.2016
Certification: Principal Leadership -
Leadership Academy and Compliance School
West Virginia01.2012
Education Specialist Degree - Leadership Policy and Studies
Virginia Tech
Virginia01.2004
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction; Reading Specialist
Virginia Tech
Virginia01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education 1-8
Fairmont State College
West Virginia01.1989
Skills
- Data analysis
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative teaching
- Curriculum development
- Instructional strategies
- Technology integration
- Orton Gillingham/LETRS expertise
- Intervention strategies
- Response to intervention
Awards
- Lead Mines Ruritan Teacher of the Year, Fort Chiswell Middle School, VA, 05/11
- Roanoke Times Teacher of the Week, 05/96
Recognitions
- Recognition and Commendation Letter, VDOE State Superintendent, 05/17
- Highest Academic Elementary School Growth, 05/12
- Highest Internship Hours, 948/720 in VT Cohort EDLSP, 08/02-06/04
- Featured Inclusion Teacher, Sheffey Elementary, 08/99
Coursework Training Conference
- LETRS Level I, MCPS, 08/20-06/21
- TTAC, Radford University, Radford, Virginia, 08/16-06/20
- Orton Gillingham Reading Program, VDOE TTAC Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia, 08/19
- Technology Summit, Pulaski County Public Schools, Pulaski, Virginia, 08/18
- Virginia State Reading Association Conference, 08/15-06/17
- Dyslexia Advisory Training, Office of English, VDOE, 08/17-06/20
- 2017 English Standards Curriculum Standards Developer K-12, 08/17
- Instructional Practices Inventory, IPI Training Student Engagement, WVBOE, Raleigh, 08/12
- SOL Content Biased Testing/Scoring Reading/Writing, VDOE, Virginia, 08/06-06/08, 08/11
- Special Education Courses
Affiliations
- Teacher of the Year 2010-2011
- Certified Google Educator Level 1 & 2
- Middle School Volleyball Head Coach
Timeline
Reading Specialist/Secondary Interventionist
Blacksburg High School
07.2020 - Current
Reading Specialist
Pulaski County High School
07.2017 - 06.2020
Teacher
Riverlawn Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2017
Principal, Elementary School
Bradley Elementary School
01.2012 - 01.2013
Principal, Elementary School
Mt. Lookout Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Testing Coordinator
Mount Lookout Elementary School
01.2011 - 01.2012
Teacher, 'On Call' Designee
Fort Chiswell Middle School
01.2002 - 01.2011
Teacher, Upper Elementary
Wythe County
01.1991 - 01.2002
Certification: Literacy Mentor/Coach - Literacy Integration
Radford University
Certification: Principal Leadership -
Leadership Academy and Compliance School
Education Specialist Degree - Leadership Policy and Studies
Virginia Tech
Master of Arts - Curriculum and Instruction; Reading Specialist
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education 1-8
Fairmont State College