Leslie Owens-Doyle
Alamosa
Summary
Soon to be retired educator with 30 years of experience seeking a part-time position. Proactive and goal oriented, with strong time management and problem solving skills. Known for reliability, positivity, and adaptability, with a proven ability to quickly learn and apply new skills. Experienced as a reading intervention specialist and instructional coach, with a strong focus on relationship building. Excellent communicator who fosters collaboration, teamwork, and positive professional environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Reading Intervention Specialist/Instructional Coach
Alamosa School District
Alamosa, Colorado
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate effective literacy strategies into classroom instruction.
- Modeled ELA lessons for teachers that included differentiated instructional techniques, strategies for student engagement, and a positive learning environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to literacy education, ensuring the implementation of best practices in the classroom.
- Supported school-wide initiatives focusing on improving literacy skills across all grade levels through collaboration with faculty members.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements in their ELA instruction.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Established a system for tracking teacher progress toward meeting professional growth goals, promoting accountability and reflection throughout the school year.
- Conducted classroom observations to provide feedback, leading to improved teaching practices and student performance.
- Coordinated with school administration to align instructional coaching with school-wide educational goals, ensuring cohesive approach to teaching and learning.
- Established peer observation and feedback system, encouraging culture of openness and continuous improvement among teaching staff.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance in addressing literacy concerns within their classrooms, sharing expertise and successful strategies.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' reading challenges and progress over time.
- Mentored new staff on intervention techniques and classroom management strategies.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering a supportive environment and promoting best practices in teaching.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Provided one-on-one and small group instruction to address specific literacy challenges, boosting overall reading proficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on evidence-based reading practices and intervention techniques.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
Elementary Teacher: Kinder, 4th, 5th, 6th English
Alamosa School District
Alamosa, Colorado
08.1996 - 08.2023
- Relationship building with students and their families
- Positive classroom environment
- Designed and presented lessons in all academic subjects
- Engaging lesson planning centered around standards
- Diverse instructional strategies
- Differentiated instructional methods
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry based projects
- Fostered a love of reading among students
- Collaboration with parents and staff
- Mentored new teachers
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques
- Evaluated and assessed student progress
- Served on multiple school committees
- Coached, mentored, and evaluated student teachers
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Adams State University
Alamosa, Colorado05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Adams State University
Alamosa, Colorado12.1994
Master of Arts - Reading
Adams State University
Alamosa, Colorado05.2002
Skills
- Relationship building
- Collaborative teaching/teamwork
- Instructional coaching
- Instructional best practices
- ELA Instruction
- Student engagement
- Small group instruction
- Curriculum planning
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- READ Act certification, Colorado Department of Education, 08.31.2023
- English Learner certification, Alamosa School District, 04.03.2019
Timeline
Reading Intervention Specialist/Instructional Coach
Alamosa School District
08.2023 - Current
Elementary Teacher: Kinder, 4th, 5th, 6th English
Alamosa School District
08.1996 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Adams State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Adams State University
Master of Arts - Reading
Adams State University