10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher
91% Proficiency: How One Teacher Transformed Reading Outcomes In Just One Year
Dec 24, 2024
19:45
What if you could achieve a 40% increase in ELA proficiency in just one school year? Teacher Ezera Washington from Paterson, New Jersey, did exactly that—reaching an astounding 91% proficiency rate with her students.
In this episode, Ezera shares her proven methods for improving reading test scores while building meaningful relationships with students. You’ll learn how to:
- Adapt teaching using real-time data and formative assessments.
- Scaffold complex content to ensure all students meet grade-level goals.
- Build strong parent-teacher partnerships to reinforce learning at home.
- Inspire struggling readers to believe in their potential.
Whether you’re a new teacher or a seasoned educator, this episode offers actionable strategies to boost reading proficiency in your classroom.
📄 Show Notes: www.coolcatteacher.com/e872
