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Angela Allen

Gunnison,CO

Summary

Diligent and experienced reading interventionist adept at implementing reading intervention strategies to support student literacy. Demonstrated ability to utilize data-driven approaches and evidence-based methods to tailor instruction and foster significant reading progress. Collaborates with teachers and families to create and monitor progress and goals. Track record of creating inclusive, positive, supportive learning environments and promoting student engagement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Title I Reading Interventionist

Gunnison Schools
08.2018 - Current
  • In grades one through five, conduct small group lessons to provide targeted reading support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities
  • Collaborate with teachers to develop plans for, as well as monitor, student success
  • Implement Take Flight, SIPPS, and Heggerty curricula
  • Support the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills using multisensory techniques targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in developing readers
  • Interpret student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods
  • Assess and document student progress with established goals, using the RtI process if appropriate
  • Track student achievements using standardized assessments, summative, and formative assessments, providing valuable insights for future instructional planning.
  • Build relationships with parents, establish open communication lines and share resources to reinforce at-home practice of learned skills
  • Engaged member, Literacy Leadership Team, 2024-present
  • Served on the Master Schedule Committee from 2021-2024 to create a schedule that best served grades 1-5

Kindergarten Teacher

Gunnison Schools
08.2009 - 05.2017
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
  • Kindergarten RtI (Response to Intervention) Coordinator 2013 - 2015: facilitated meetings, input information and data from meetings, monitored goals

CPKP and Special Education Aide

Gunnison Elementary School
08.2006 - 08.2009

Educational Assistant for Colorado Preschool/Kindergarten Program (CPKP) classrooms, and one-on-one assistant for special education student with severe disabilities.

Adult English as a Second Language Teacher

Literacy Action
09.2005 - 05.2007

Daily Substitute Teacher

Gunnison Schools
08.2005 - 05.2006

Preschool Coordinator and Assistant Teacher

Silverton Family Learning Center
06.2004 - 09.2005

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University
Portland, OR
08-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Fort Lewis College
Durango, CO
05-2004

Certification

Colorado Professional Teacher License, Elementary Education, Grades K-6

Certified Academic Language Practitioner (CALP), Dyslexia Therapy Certification Program, 08/2023

Yoshimoto Orton-Gillingham, 08/2019


Timeline

Title I Reading Interventionist

Gunnison Schools
08.2018 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Gunnison Schools
08.2009 - 05.2017

CPKP and Special Education Aide

Gunnison Elementary School
08.2006 - 08.2009

Adult English as a Second Language Teacher

Literacy Action
09.2005 - 05.2007

Daily Substitute Teacher

Gunnison Schools
08.2005 - 05.2006

Preschool Coordinator and Assistant Teacher

Silverton Family Learning Center
06.2004 - 09.2005

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Fort Lewis College
Angela Allen