Thank you for visiting The Reading Space!™
My name is Melinda Madden, and I am a Reading Specialist and Interventionist with the Kansas City Missouri School District.
I am dedicated to helping students who read two or more grade levels below expectations develop the literacy skills they need to become successful, confident learners!
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
As both an educator and a product of urban schools, I bring a unique perspective and deep commitment to the children and communities I serve. Throughout my entire teaching career, I have focused on working with urban students, empowering them to overcome challenges and achieve academic success.
From an early age, I dreamed of becoming a teacher who would make learning meaningful and engaging through stories, songs, chants, movement, and hands-on experiences.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is witnessing students transition from learning to read to reading to learn. This transformation inspires me to continuously expand my expertise and refine my instructional practices to better meet the needs of diverse learners.
My goal is to be the most effective elementary and middle school reading educator possible, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to develop strong literacy skills and a lifelong love of learning.
Core Values
Dedication. Passion. Expertise.
Credentials
Decades of Proven Expertise
Higher Education
Master's Degree in Educational Administration
Continued Education & Specialty Training
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LETRS (a form of evidence-based literacy training)
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Dyslexia Intervention
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Special Reading
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English Language Learner (ELL) Instruction
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Pathways to Reading
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SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol)
Current Occupation
Reading Specialist & Interventionist
Kansas City, Missouri School District
In Summary
"I am an experienced literacy educator, student advocate and intervention specialist. I am totally committed to helping struggling readers thrive + reach their full potential."