In order to focus on the individual
learning needs of our students, the Primary Section
provides motivation and extra help through the Learning
Differences program (LD).
Support programs, based on the school's
philosophy, have as their main objective to develop
responsible self-assured people who are able to face
future challenges. These programs, both in English and
Spanish, aim for the students to develop skills to compensate
difficulties, using their strengths, in order to achieve
a better proficiency in their classes.
These programs promote self- respect
and respect to others, using individual planning, differentiated
methods and varied strategies. We expect our students
to compete in regular learning environments and to become
valuable citizens in the future.
Reading Specialist
The job of Reading Specialist varies
according to the specific literacy needs of the student.
The Reading Specialist at the Colegio Americano supports
the classroom teacher in Guided Reading, Literature
Circles, writing and spelling instruction. The Reading
Specialist works with small groups of students on designated
skills pertaining to the Language Arts (reading, writing,
listening an speaking) as well as individual students.
The Reading Specialist provides in-service to staff
members and parents regarding current best practices
in the area of reading.
