David Fainstein is an Assistant Professor in School Psychology (SPSY). David earned his doctoral degree from the University of Oregon and joined the Seattle University faculty in 2022 to continue his teaching and research lines on supporting students, educators, and administrators. His experience with school-based practice includes working as a special education assistant and school psychologist in British Columbia, Canada, as well as serving as an interventionist and data coach in Oregon. He completed his APPIC doctoral internship at the British Columbia School and Applied Psychology program, training in clinical and school settings. David has presented work from his research line at state and national conferences, and publications in journals.
Session 1: Early Literacy Screening: Building a Foundation for Every Reader
We cover a foundational understanding of early literacy screening and its vital role in classrooms. We will explore what early literacy screening is, clarifying common misconceptions and emphasizing its purpose as a proactive measure to support all learners.
Session 2: Understanding Early Literacy Screening Data: Making Sense of the Results
We focus on making sense of the information gathered from early literacy screeners. Building on the foundational understanding of what screening is, this session will guide participants through the process of interpreting screening data. We will explore common scoring methods, understand what different scores indicate about student skills, and learn how to organize and analyze data at both the individual and classroom levels.
Session 3: Using Early Literacy Screeners to Target Instruction: Connecting Data to Action
We get to the practical application of early literacy screeners to inform and target instruction. We will explore how to administer screeners effectively, interpret the resulting data, and, most importantly, translate that data into actionable instructional strategies