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DYSLEXIA THERAPIST
Professional Summary

Qualified dyslexia therapist and experienced teacher experienced with the ability to utilize my education and training to provide knowledge of dyslexia and effective research-based interventions while serving the learning needs of dyslexic students.

Skills
  • Versed in Multi-sensory teaching practices
  • ?Experience with dyslexic and special-needs students
  • Self-motivated and intuitive
  • Strong collaborator
  • Ability to multitask and take responsibilities
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Decisive and motivated to help others 
  • Remarkable communication skills
Work History
Dyslexia Therapist, 08/2014 to Current
Company Name – City, State
  • Effectively administered Basic Language Skills Book One and Book Two
  • Implemented Orton-Gillingham based Alphabetic phonics program
  • Delivered Scientific Spelling curriculum thoroughly
  • Facilitated the development of metacognitive comprehension strategies
  • Utilized charts, presentations, and other audio-visual aids to enhance learning
  • Implemented Multi-Sensory Grammar Guide the students' development of written composition through written expression
  • Assessed, maintained, and analyzed accurate assessment and progress monitoring data
  • Communicated with teachers and parents or guardians concerning the students' progress, plans of action, and goals
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan and administer curricula
  • Supported school mission by performing duties.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops, including annual IDA Conference
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
  • Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions.
Long term Substitute, First Grade, 08/2013 to 04/2014
Company Name – City, State
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.
  • Supervised an average of twenty students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards and on field trips.
  • Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Taught engaging math lessons and activities.
  • Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions.
  • Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
Third Grade Teacher, 08/2007 to 05/2012
Company Name – City, State
  • Served as Third Grade Chair from 2008-2010
  • Awarded an Excellence in Education Award 2010-2011
  • Coordinator for Progressive Safety Day and third grade field trips
  • ?Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. 
  • Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
  • Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software, the Internet, and Promethean Board.
  • Supervised an average of 20-24 students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards and on field trips.
  • Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal guidelines.
  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
  • Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.
  •  Implemented an engaging math program for all students.
  • Determined student strengths and weaknesses through DIBELS, STAR testing and weekly assessments.
  • Administered and interpret State Standardized Test
  • Utilize community resources to enhance student learning  
Long term Substitute for Second Grade, 02/2007 to 05/2007
Company Name – City, State
  • Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
  • Fostered oral language development and critical thinking skills during literary discussions.
  • Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
  • Implemented a basic math program with engaging lessons to all students.
  • Administered State Standardized Test
  • Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.
  • Completed and filed all necessary paperwork for classroom activities, including meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Supervised an average of 27 students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, schoolyards and on field trips.
  • Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
Education
Master of Education: Dyslexia Therapy, Current
William Carey University - City, State
Dyslexia Therapy
Emergency certificate in Dyslexia:
Master of Education: Elementary Education, August 2007
William Carey University - City, State
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education, May 2006
William Carey College - City, State
Elementary Education Endorsement in Elementary Education K-3 Endorsement in Elementary Education 4-6 Endorsement in Remedial Reading K-12 Endorsement in Social Studies 7-12 Business/Marketing
General Studies: December 1999
Jones County Junior College - City, State
    Affiliatiions

    Mississippi Professional Educators

    Mississippi Dyslexia Therapist Association

    International Dyslexia Association

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    School Attended

    • William Carey University
    • William Carey College
    • Jones County Junior College

    Job Titles Held:

    • Dyslexia Therapist
    • Long term Substitute, First Grade
    • Third Grade Teacher
    • Long term Substitute for Second Grade

    Degrees

    • Master of Education : Dyslexia Therapy , Current
      Emergency certificate in Dyslexia :
      Master of Education : Elementary Education , August 2007
      Bachelor of Science : Elementary Education , May 2006
      General Studies : December 1999

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