Reading Interventionist and Literacy Coach

NiA Douglas

Burnham, IL

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Professional Summary

Motivated educator and program leader with experience in student development, coaching, and fostering a positive, inclusive, achievement-oriented culture—proven ability to create structured environments that foster creativity, discipline, and confidence. Skilled in building long-lasting positive relationships with students, families, and staff to support academic and behavioral success.

Work History

Reading Interventionist — Frank O’Bannon Elementary School (2026-)

● Create and implement organized lesson plans according to student data and state guidelines

● Administer state-required literacy assessment tests while maintaining accurate records

● Mentor intervention students in goal-setting, phonemic awareness, letter recognition, and literacy

● Work collaboratively with lead teacher to divide and complete classroom and student materials

● Use scripted UFLI and Heggerty lessons to promote blending, segmenting, and recognition

Founder / Head Coach — Charm School Forensics (2026-)

● Founded and led an independent youth development program focused on confidence building, public speaking, and academic enrichment

● Coach elementary through high school students in professionalism, communication, and performance

● Mentor at-risk students in goal-setting, grade management, and emotional regulation

● Engage families through virtual seminars, program updates, and student growth reports

● Provide coaching and strategies to teachers on classroom management and community building

Speech Coach — T.F. North High School (2019-2020; 2024-2026)

● Led structured weekly practices for 10-15 students, promoting discipline, accountability, and team cohesion

● Implement restorative behavior-support strategies aligned with student-centered discipline approaches

● Oversee tournament and student registration using platforms like Google Docs, Zoom, and Speechwire

● Collaborate with coaching staff to create supportive student success dynamics and growth-focused team culture

● Support students through performance anxiety, peer conflict, and emotional expression in high-pressure situations

● Guided students to State and National-level competition placements (SOS; OO)

● Track and analyze student growth, attendance, and course grades Administrative Assistant — Life and Property Security Consultants (2021-2023)

● Managed scheduling for 20+ staff

● Prepared classified company documents

● Organized physical and digital staffing files

● Communicated routinely with private clients

Education

Western Governors University —- Bachelor of Science (2026-2028) Major in Elementary Education; Special Education

● GPA: 3.50/4.0

● Relevant Coursework: Elementary Literacy Curriculum, Special Education Curriculum, Literary Assessment and Intervention, Learners and Learning Science, The Professional Educator

Purdue Global —- Bachelor of Science (2023-2026)

Major in Business Administration; Project Management

● GPA: 3.50/4.0

● Relevant Coursework: Humanities, English Composition, Organizational Behavior, Personal Computer Applications, Ethics

St. Ambrose University —Bachelor of Arts (2018-2020) Major in Psychology; Minor in Multimedia Journalism

● Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Psychology; Child and Adolescent Abnormal Psychology; Global Communication; Understanding Human Behavior

● Leadership: Marching Band (Colorguard), Cheerleading, Black Student Union High School Diploma —T.F. North High School (2018)

● General education

Student Development & Leadership Focus

● Youth mentorship

● Conflict resolution & calm communication

● Social-emotional learning

● Program leadership

● Family and community engagement

● Positive behavior support (PBIS-informed approach) Professional Skills

● Administrative support

● Assisting leadership

● Scheduling & calendar management

● Problemsolving

● Organization

Creative Skills

● Strong written & verbal communication

● Visual layout

● Performance Coaching

● Team leadership

● Educational material creation

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