Teresa Diehl
Easton,PA
Summary
An enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all grades K- 5. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Specialist/Reading Recovery Teacher
Bethlehem Area School District
09.2003 - 06.2024
- Plan and provide reading support and instruction for K-5
- DIBELS/Acadience Mentor Training 2016-2024
- LETRS Training (Modules 1-3) 2016
- Reading Recovery Teacher (2003-2009)
- Building Level Co-Coordinator: Title1, PSSA, Guided Reading Library, RIF, Summer School Program for Primary Grades, Standardized Tests and District Assessments
- CST (Child Study Team) member
- Developed and directed reading in-service for building staff
- Awarded: BAEF Teacher Innovation Grant and BAEF Community Partnership Grant 2013, 2014, and 2015
- Recipient: Crayola Arts in Education Grants 2009, 2010, and 2013
- Accepted: PDE Title I Parent Involvement Mini-Contract 2009 and 2010
- Received: TARGET Educational Grant 2010
- All grants crafted have been literacy-related, focusing on beginning reading skills (phonemic awareness/phonics), fluency, background knowledge, reading strategies, comprehension, and language skills to enhance curriculum
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- 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.
- Mentored new teachers in literacy instruction methodologies, sharing expertise and best practices for successful outcomes.
- Performed assessments and analyzed results to spot students in need of further help.
- Established positive relationships with families, collaborating on strategies to support at-home literacy development efforts.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure consistent implementation of reading interventions across all subject areas.
- Fostered a love for literature among students by incorporating engaging texts from various genres into classroom instruction.
- Created a positive and inclusive reading environment where students felt comfortable taking risks and sharing their thoughts.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and involving them in the learning process when needed.
Elementary Classroom Teacher, Grade 2
Bethlehem Area School District
09.1991 - 09.2003
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
- Utilized data-driven instruction practices to identify areas needing improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Improved parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings and providing progress updates.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events, and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Beginning Reading Instructor
Keystone Job Corps
06.1986 - 09.1989
- Developed targeted lesson plans for diverse student populations, resulting in improved literacy rates.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Education
Masters in Education - Reading Teacher
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA12.2003
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-5)
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.1986
Skills
- Response to Intervention
- Reading Assessment
- Reading Remediation
- Assessments understanding
- Instructional Best Practices
- Teacher Collaboration
- Title 1 Compliance
- Literacy support
- Differentiated Instruction
- Group and individual instruction
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
References
Furnished upon request
Timeline
Reading Specialist/Reading Recovery Teacher
Bethlehem Area School District
09.2003 - 06.2024
Elementary Classroom Teacher, Grade 2
Bethlehem Area School District
09.1991 - 09.2003
Beginning Reading Instructor
Keystone Job Corps
06.1986 - 09.1989
Masters in Education - Reading Teacher
East Stroudsburg University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (K-5)
Pennsylvania State University
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