​Reading/Learning Specialist: Morag Elizabeth, M. A.

Residence: Monterey Peninsula, CA

Job Site: In person or on-line.  Contact me for more details.

EDUCATION:

 2004                 Master of Arts in Women Studies, Antioch University McGregor, Yellow Springs, OH
1999                  Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies, University of California at Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA
1997                  Associate of Arts in Women’s Studies, Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA
                              Associate of Arts in Communication, Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA 
                              Associate of Arts in University Studies, Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA

CERTIFICATION/TRAINING:

2002-2011    Reading Specialist Training, Reading Center (formerly LindamoodBell® at MPC),
PRESENT         Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA 
                            *International Tutor Program Certification, College Learning and Reading Association 

RELATED EMPLOYMENT:

2002-2016    Certified Reading/Learning Specialist 

2013-2014    Kids Unlimited Academy (formerly Vibes Public Charter School), Medford, OR
                              Reading Specialist/Instructor – Grades 1-3
 
·Instructed multi-cultural, multi-abled student body, including English Language Learners
 ·Taught reading, leadership, and basic computer skills classes
 ·Substitute-taught for other classes as needed
 ·Administered and evaluated pre/post assessments
 ·Created individualized lesson plans
 ·Maintained student records
 ·Worked one-on-one, in small group, and classroom settings

2002-2011    Reading Center, Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA
                              Reading Specialist                                 

​· Specialized in reading, writing, spelling, comprehension, using LindamoodBell® philosophy and methodology.
· Instructed multi-culturally diverse population, including English Language Learners and
  students with various learning differences, including dyslexia, AD/HD, and Asperger Syndrome.
· Trained staff; administered and evaluated pre/post assessments.
· Created individualized lesson plans; maintained student records.
· Collaborated on newsletter, PR video and instructional material.
· Worked independently in one-on-one, small group, and classroom settings.

2006-2008    Professor of Women's Studies
                              Monterey Peninsula College, Monterey, CA        

TEACHING OBJECTIVE:  

To enable the student to improve their accuracy, fluency and comprehension with regards to reading, spelling, pronunciation, and comprehension - utilizing Lindamood/Bell™ methodology and philosophy.

STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVE:

  • Recognize and categorize literary symbols/sounds in the English language.
  • Demonstrate phonemic awareness by sequentially tracking the symbols/sounds.
  • Combine the symbols/sounds accurately in both reading and writing.
  • Identify and analyze word parts in order to decipher pronunciation/meaning.
  • Identify prefixes, suffixes and common endings in multi-syllabic words.
  • Understand the use of accenting and schwa in words.
  • Understand the meaning and application of open/closed syllables.
  • Improve comprehension through the use of visualization and verbalization.
  • Recognize errors and self-correct.
  • Develop and implement stronger study skill habits.

Method of Student Evaluation:  Pre/Post Assessment comparison

Format:  One-on-One, small group, or classroom setting, as appropriate.

Hours:  By appointment