Instructor

• May 2015 - Present

Educational Specialist

• Jun 2001 - Present

Multi-skilled educational consultant with expertise in reading, mathematics, and science delivering in-depth training as well as coaching and modeling for teachers. Adept in accelerating reading and mathematics instructional improvement by implementing intervention strategies while demonstrating deep conceptual understanding of Common Core State Standards, and pedagogical content knowledge. Experience with use of technology and troubleshooting procedures. Uses research-based leadership, instructional strategies, and cognitive coaching. Show less

Reading Specialist (K-4)

• 1995 - 1998

Reading Specialist grades K-4. Coordinated and provided reading intervention, developed reading curriculum using the guidelines of the Idaho Department of Education, administered and reported data to the state department for the Idaho Reading Indicator. Testing results were used to integrate student data into lesson plans for small group instruction. Mentored classroom teachers in reading instruction to enhance classroom research-based practices. Reading Specialist grades K-4. Coordinated and provided reading intervention, developed reading curriculum using the guidelines of the Idaho Department of Education, administered and reported data to the state department for the Idaho Reading Indicator. Testing results were used to integrate student data into lesson plans for small group instruction. Mentored classroom teachers in reading instruction to enhance classroom research-based practices.