Support Resource Teacher
Denise Van Zeeland
Support Resource Teacher
Education: Mundelein College (Loyola University) Chicago, Illinois
Major: English and American Literature
Elementary Education
Responsibilities of the Resource Teacher:
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Perform fluency and running records assessments for classroom teachers on a regular basis
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Assist with administration of MAP testing for students in grades K-8
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Assist classroom teachers with interpretation of MAP testing
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Co-teach with classroom teachers when needed
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Instruct students in small groups or one-on-one for remedial and accelerated purposes
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Prepare alternate lesson plans for classroom teachers when needed
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Provide extra resources for teachers when planning lessons
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Provide appropriate materials and websites to parents for remedial or enrichment practice
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Administer Kindergarten screening assessments for 4K students
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Administer the Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement (K-TEA) and provide results for parents
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Maintain paperwork regarding evaluations of students with special learning plans
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Meet regularly with teachers to determine what modifications may be needed for individual students
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Create Student Service and GRACE Student Service Plans to promote differentiated instruction for students as needed
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Follow up and communicate with parents on progress of Student Plans
Helpful links for practice at home:
Number Buddies
Cool Math 4 Kids
Aplus Math
Starfall
Internet 4 Classrooms
Early Reading Skills
Brain Teasers
Phonics Blends and Digraphs
How to Study.com
“While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is about” – Angela Schwindt