Candice Wellensiek
Lakewood
Summary
Results-oriented educator with a strong background in literacy intervention, instructional coaching, and administration. Skilled in implementing MTSS frameworks and utilizing data-driven strategies to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes. Dedicated to fostering teamwork among educators to drive academic success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Interventionist
DSST Montview Middle School
Denver
01.2025 - Current
- Deliver targeted small-group and one-on-one literacy instruction
- Utilize DIBELS, ANET, iReady, and Really Great Reading to track progress
- Collaborate with teachers to align literacy support across the curriculum
- Support RTI and IEP processes; maintain data-driven intervention records
- Provide PD and literacy coaching for instructional staff
K-4 Assistant Principal
Westgate Community School
Thornton
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported day-to-day school operations and student behavior systems
- Oversaw curriculum implementation and data analysis
- Facilitated staff development and teacher evaluations
- Acted as liaison between school, families, and community stakeholders
Instructional Coach & MTSS Coordinator
Collegiate Academy of Colorado
Littleton
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Coached teachers through observation cycles and feedback
- Coordinated MTSS supports and academic interventions
- Planned and led school-wide professional development sessions
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
South Lakewood Elementary
Lakewood
01.2020 - 01.2021
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Bill Roberts K-8
Denver
01.2018 - 01.2020
3rd-5th Grade Teacher
Castle Rock & Eldorado Elementary
Douglas County
01.1999 - 01.2006
Education
M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction: Literacy, Language, and Culturally Responsive Teaching
University of Colorado
Denver01.2014
B.A. - English (Minor in Reading)
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver01.1998
Skills
- Literacy and intervention programs
- Instructional coaching
- Teacher mentorship
- MTSS and RTI frameworks
- Student support services
- Curriculum design and alignment
- Data analysis for instruction
- Classroom behavior management
- Schoolwide behavior strategies
- Staff evaluation and development
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Google Workspace expertise
Certification
- Colorado K-12 Reading Teacher Endorsement
- Colorado Teaching License (active)
Professional References
- Shannon Feeney, DSST Montview Middle School, shannon.feeney@scienceandtech.org, 303.524.6380
- Christian Becker, Collegiate Academy of Colorado, cvbecker@collegiateacademy.net, 303.972.7433
- Cheryl Beckwith, Bill Roberts K-8, cheryl_beckwith2@dpsk12.net, 303.744.0783
Timeline
Literacy Interventionist
DSST Montview Middle School
01.2025 - Current
K-4 Assistant Principal
Westgate Community School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Instructional Coach & MTSS Coordinator
Collegiate Academy of Colorado
01.2021 - 01.2023
3rd Grade Classroom Teacher
South Lakewood Elementary
01.2020 - 01.2021
4th Grade ELA Teacher
Bill Roberts K-8
01.2018 - 01.2020
3rd-5th Grade Teacher
Castle Rock & Eldorado Elementary
01.1999 - 01.2006
M.A. - Curriculum and Instruction: Literacy, Language, and Culturally Responsive Teaching
University of Colorado
B.A. - English (Minor in Reading)
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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