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Victoria O'Regan

Wilmington,MA

Summary

Skilled Reading Specialist with background in fostering literacy skills in diverse student populations. Experience includes individualized lesson planning, targeted assessment, and intervention strategies to improve reading comprehension. Strengths encompass deep knowledge of child development, strong communication skills with students and parents, and ability to adapt learning methods based on student needs. Previous work has resulted in significant improvement in students' reading abilities and overall academic success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reading Specialist

Town of Belmont
Belmont, MA
10.1993 - 06.2025
  • Conducted assessments of student performance in order to recommend appropriate instructional modifications.
  • Designed instructional materials that targeted specific areas of need identified through assessment data.
  • Attended IEP meetings as a member of the school's Special Education Team.
  • Collaborated with speech and language pathologists and other specialists in order to support student learning objectives.
  • Participated in professional development activities related to best practices in literacy instruction.
  • Researched current trends and developments within the field of reading education.
  • Presented workshops at staff meetings regarding effective methods for teaching literacy skills.
  • Coordinated parent involvement activities designed to promote literacy development at home.
  • Facilitated small group instruction in literacy activities such as guided reading and literature circles.

Education

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Lesley University
Cambridge MA
05-1993

Skills

  • Literacy coaching
  • Collaboration with administration
  • Lead teacher, Burbank School
  • Parent and teacher collaboration
  • Mentor to new and veteran teachers
  • Managed and reviewed literature for classroom teachers
  • Analyzed data to make decisions regarding student achievement
  • Served as a liaison for students who were transitioning to special education based on regular educational assessments
  • Dyslexia support

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Accomplishments

  • Warren Farrell Award for Educational Excellence, 2023

The S. Warren Farrell Award for Educational Excellence, which recognizes one teacher for “longstanding dedication and leadership

Certification

  • Orton Gillingham
  • Wilson Reading Program

Affiliations

  • Camp Counselor, Camp Sewataro, Sudbuury MA
  • Kids Club, Club Med Mexico, Bahamas, Florida, Colorado
  • Restaurant and Bar Server

Timeline

Reading Specialist

Town of Belmont
10.1993 - 06.2025

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Lesley University

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