Rita Williams
Mountain Home,AR
Summary
Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction. Adaptive teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. Proficient in creating lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Mountain Home Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
- Reading interventionist for dyslexia students.
First Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher
Mountain Home Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.2021
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Vilonia Public Schools
08.1991 - 05.1997
- First Grade Teacher August 1991-May 1993
- Kindergarten Teacher August 1993-May 1997
- *Supervising Student Teachers thru UCA
Instructor
Arch Ford Coop
06.1994 - 07.1997
- Math Instructor for Elementary and Early Childhood teachers during summer months at Arch Ford Coop.
- Courses taught AR Primary Math Project, Advanced Primary Math Project, and Polydrons.
Early Childhood Teacher
Mansfield Public Schools
08.1987 - 05.1991
- First Grade Teacher (August 1987-May 1988)
- Kindergarten Teacher (August 1988-1991)
- Pre-Kindergarten (June 1990)
Education
Masters - Reading Specialist (PK-12) - Education
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR05.1990
Skills
- Literacy Strategies
- Instructional Techniques
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Differentiated Instruction
Additional Information
Recognized in Who's Who Among America's Teachers (2005-2006)
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Mountain Home Public Schools
09.2022 - Current
First Grade Elementary Classroom Teacher
Mountain Home Public Schools
08.1997 - 05.2021
Instructor
Arch Ford Coop
06.1994 - 07.1997
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Vilonia Public Schools
08.1991 - 05.1997
Early Childhood Teacher
Mansfield Public Schools
08.1987 - 05.1991
Masters - Reading Specialist (PK-12) - Education
University of Central Arkansas
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