Adella Dixon
Atlanta
Summary
Results-oriented MTSS Specialist skilled in data analysis and intervention strategies. Engages stakeholders and collaborates with teams to drive continuous improvement in educational environments. Develops targeted intervention strategies that enhance student learning and ensure compliance with standards.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
504 Contact
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct 504 Meetings
- Meet Compliance Deadlines
- Provide Staff PLCs
- Collaborate with district and medical stakeholders
- Assign meaningful accommodations
Secondary Test Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
04.2023 - Current
- trained staff on multiple assessment platforms to enhance testing administration and data accuracy
- developed and organized yearly testing calendar and events to ensure timely and effective assessments
- supervise all testing events
- engaged with stakeholders to gather input and feedback, informing testing strategies and improving communication
- collect, analyze, and present assessment data
MTSS Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
2022 - Current
- developed research-based intervention strategies for reading, mathematics, and behavior to enhance student learning
- monitor, collect, and analyze data for efficacy of intervention strategies
- collaborate with a team of stakeholders for the needs of students
- Facilitated communication with Special Education department to support student needs
- inform, support, and assist parents with best practices at home for continued learning
- offered Professional Learning sessions to foster student growth and classroom management
Interventionist
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Supervised intervention program in school setting
- Developed implementation structure for district intervention program in school-based setting
- Collected, analyzed, and presented data to stakeholders to inform decision-making
- Facilitated PLCs on curriculum tools, implementation processes, and assessment practices
- observe teachers and provide constructive feedback
Master Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
08.2019 - 05.2022
- conducted observations and delivered actionable feedback to improve instructional strategies
- facilitated PLC on curriculum tools and instructional pacing to align practices with data-driven adjustments
- develop curriculum maps and instructional pacing guides
- provided instructional support that enhanced teaching practices for teachers and paraprofessionals
- Facilitated data meetings with stakeholders to discuss insights and strategies.
Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta
08.1998 - 06.2019
- Taught students in grades K through 4 in various subject areas.
- Grade Chairperson (15 years)
- offer instructional best practices
- analyzed student data to inform instructional strategies
- provided remediation, intervention, gifted and special education instruction
- Managed an Early Intervention Program (EIP) designated classroom to support at-risk students.
- supervised paraprofessionals to enhance grade-level instructional support
- collaborated with Gifted and Special Education departments
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Lycoming College
Williamsport, PA05-1997
Associate of Science -
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05-1994
Skills
- Assessment development
- Curriculum Mapping
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- Program Management
- Logistics Focused
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Appropriate Intervention Strategies
- Compliance Focused
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year - 2 Year Selection
Certification
Teaching Certification - T4
Timeline
504 Contact
Atlanta Public Schools
08.2023 - Current
Secondary Test Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
04.2023 - Current
Interventionist
Atlanta Public Schools
08.2021 - 06.2024
Master Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
08.2019 - 05.2022
Teacher
Atlanta Public Schools
08.1998 - 06.2019
MTSS Specialist
Atlanta Public Schools
2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Lycoming College
Associate of Science -
Pennsylvania College of Technology