Stephanie Marrero
Retired From Hazelwood School District
SAINTCHARLES,MO
29
years of professional experience
Dedicated Reading Specialist with expertise in Orton-Gillingham methods, targeted literacy interventions, and small group instruction. Proven ability to enhance reading proficiency and foster student engagement through differentiated instruction.
Work History
Reading Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Developed and implemented targeted reading intervention strategies for diverse student populations.
- Used approaches such as the Orton-Gillingham approach to achieve dramatic results with students.
- Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to optimize growth.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Increased student engagement through the use of interactive reading materials and technology integration.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
- Established positive relationships with families, collaborating on strategies to support at-home literacy development efforts.
Classroom Teacher
28 Years 9 Months- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and student engagement.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support interactive learning experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist Certification
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Skills
Intervention planning
Small group instruction
Vocabulary expansion
Orton gillingham expertise
Fluency development
Response to intervention
Assessment tools
Improvement plans
Phonics instruction
Differential instruction
Timeline
Reading Specialist
Retired From Hazelwood School District
08.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Classroom Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.1996 - 05.2025Read More
Webster University
Master of Science from Reading Specialist Certification
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Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
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