Open To Work
Trista Meduna
Springfield,OR
Summary
To help grow the minds of our youth
An education professional prepared for the role with extensive experience in designing and facilitating engaging learning programs. Known for fostering collaborative environments and achieving significant improvements in learner outcomes. Reliable team player with flexible approach to dynamic organizational needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning Specialist K-4 Complex needs Teacher
Elizabeth Page Elementary
Springfield, OR
08.2025 - Current
- Prepare and provide daily lessons and materials for students and Educational Assistants
- Implement lessons with the aid of the Educational Assistants
- Implement Behavioral Support Plans
- Manage classroom behaviors and social interactions
- Supervise Educational Assistants
- Build relationships with students, Educational Assistants, Colleagues, and Parents
- Manage daily schedules for students and Educational Assistants
- Assess and monitor student growth
- Developed individualized learning plans for diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to implement effective instructional strategies.
Learning Specialist-Extended School Year
Springfield School District #19
Springfield, OR
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Maintained an inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Provided a safe and inviting environment for students.
- Bridge the gap for regression in academics and transitions in the classroom.
Learning Specialist-Extended School Year
Springfield School District #19
Springfield, OR
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained an inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Provided a safe and inviting environment for students.
- Bridge the gap for regression in academics and transitions in the classroom.
Learning Specialist 3-5 Resource Teacher
Elizabeth Page Elementary
Springfield, OR
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Provide learning materials for students to Educational Assistants for small groups
- Monitor the behavior of students
- CICO with students daily about their day
- Progress monitor students
- Designed and implemented tailored learning programs to enhance student engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with educators to assess individual learning needs and develop effective instructional strategies.
Behavioral Education Assistant
Elizabeth Page Elementary
Springfield, OR
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Assist the teacher in daily routines in learning
- Assist the students with their daily schedules
- Supported classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior during class transitions and extracurricular activities.
- Supervised students in common areas such as cafeteria, library, and playground.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education And Special Education
08-2023
Master of Arts - Special Education, Special Education Mild to Moderate behaviors
03-2026
Skills
- Reporting requirements
- Blended learning strategies
- Classroom management
- Teacher assistance
- Collaborative learning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Teacher support
- Documentation
- Activity planning
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- IEP compliance
- Behavior improvements
Training
First aid/CPR/AED expires 2028-01-20
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$36000/yr - $51000/yrTimeline
Learning Specialist K-4 Complex needs Teacher - Elizabeth Page Elementary
08.2025 - Current
Learning Specialist-Extended School Year - Springfield School District #19
07.2025 - 07.2025
Learning Specialist-Extended School Year - Springfield School District #19
07.2024 - 07.2024
Learning Specialist 3-5 Resource Teacher - Elizabeth Page Elementary
02.2024 - 06.2024
Behavioral Education Assistant - Elizabeth Page Elementary
09.2023 - 02.2024
Western Governors University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education And Special Education
Western Governors University - Master of Arts, Special Education, Special Education Mild to Moderate behaviors