Olivia Betters
Eagan
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Richfield High School, enhancing literacy through targeted interventions and phonics instruction. Skilled in curriculum development and fostering student engagement, I successfully guided 85% of high-risk readers to achieve low- or no-risk reading assessment results, demonstrating my commitment to student success and collaboration with educators.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Richfield High School
Richfield, MN
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Implemented targeted reading interventions to enhance student literacy skills, including implementing the Lexia PowerUp online program.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized learning plans for struggling readers.
- Conducted assessments to identify students' reading levels and needs.
- Helped move 85% of students labeled high risk based on the Fastbridge reading assessment into low risk or on track, with 70% of 9th grade students exiting tier 3 intervention by the end of the year.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Christian Heritage Academy
Lakeville, MN
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging curriculum aligned with Minnesota state standards for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment and taught daily social emotional lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Writing Center Manager and Tutor
University of Wisconsin
River Falls, WI
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Oversaw all student tutors to ensure effective tutoring methods and provided training when necessary.
- Successfully re-opened the in-person tutoring center after it was shut down due to the Covid pandemic.
- Successfully implemented online methods for students to seek and receive tutoring.
- Collaborated with university department heads to align writing center with institutional goals.
Education
Master of Arts - English And Literacy
Indiana University, Northwest
Online08-2027
Bachelor of Science - English Education
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
River Falls, WI05-2023
Skills
- Phonics instruction
- Curriculum development
- Student records management
- Student engagement
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Richfield High School
08.2025 - 06.2026
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Christian Heritage Academy
08.2023 - 06.2025
Writing Center Manager and Tutor
University of Wisconsin
01.2021 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - English And Literacy
Indiana University, Northwest
Bachelor of Science - English Education
University of Wisconsin, River Falls