Michelle Taylor
Harrison
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Reading Specialist known for effective literacy assessment and individualized instruction. Successfully facilitated small group sessions to improve reading skills, while actively engaging parents in their children's literacy journey.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Title I Reading Specialist
Forest Heights Elementary
Harrison
08.2022 - Current
- Developed individualized reading plans tailored to diverse student needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate reading levels, identifying targeted improvement areas for each student.
- Facilitated small group instruction aimed at enhancing literacy skills.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instruction based on performance data.
- Engaged parents in strategies to enhance reading development within home environments.
- Established positive relationships with families through regular communication on progress.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions focused on improving reading skills.
- Coordinated parent involvement activities, fostering a collaborative approach to support literacy development at home.
Title I Reading Specialist
Harrison Kindergarten
Harrison
08.2019 - 05.2022
Classroom Teacher
Eagle Heights Elementary
Harrison
08.2006 - 05.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans that improved student engagement and met curriculum standards.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive learning environment through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided individualized support for diverse learning needs in the classroom.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in enhanced instructional strategies and improved student outcomes.
- Implemented technology tools to support interactive learning experiences.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Univeristy of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Eductaion
College of The Ozarks
Hollister, MO12-2005
Skills
- Literacy assessment
- Reading intervention
- Individualized instruction
- Small group facilitation
- Curriculum design
- Classroom management
- Take Flight training
- IMSE training
- Phonics First Training
Certification
Advanced Language Therapist
Accomplishments
Forest Heights Teacher of the Year 2025
Timeline
Title I Reading Specialist
Forest Heights Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Title I Reading Specialist
Harrison Kindergarten
08.2019 - 05.2022
Classroom Teacher
Eagle Heights Elementary
08.2006 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Univeristy of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Eductaion
College of The Ozarks