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Colleen Testrake

Erie

Summary

Dynamic Title 1 Reading Specialist with Erie School District, skilled in phonics instruction and relationship building. Successfully enhanced student reading comprehension through tailored lesson plans and targeted interventions, fostering a supportive learning environment. Proven ability to adapt strategies based on ongoing assessments, ensuring continuous improvement in student outcomes.

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Work History

Title 1 Reading Specialist

Erie School District
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments, adjusting instruction accordingly.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to specific students'' needs, resulting in improved reading skills.
  • Created a positive learning environment in which students felt comfortable asking questions and seeking assistance with challenging material.
  • Enhanced student reading comprehension by implementing targeted instructional strategies and individualized support.

Education

Master of Science - Education

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Penn State Behrend

Master of Science - Reading

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA

Skills

  • Phonics instruction
  • Instructional coaching
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Response to intervention
  • Reading assessment
  • Fluency development
  • Progress monitoring
  • Reading intervention strategies
  • Small group instruction
  • Improvement plans
  • Title 1 compliance
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building

Certification

Level II Elementary K-6

Reading Specialist K-12

Timeline

Title 1 Reading Specialist

Erie School District

Master of Science - Education

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Communications

Penn State Behrend

Master of Science - Reading

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Colleen Testrake