Janice Tappin-Miller
Instructional Reading Coach And Teacher
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
- Enthusiastic educator who works to help students develop and maintain goal-oriented study habits for consistent academic success. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group lessons using adaptable teaching strategies for different types of learners.
- Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction for flexibility and multimedia integration to maximize lesson engagement.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- Experienced educator with over 27 years of experience in education. Excellent reputation for building relationships with parents, schools, and students to achieve student's growth in ELAR.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Reading Coach
DeSoto Independent School District
DeSoto, TX
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Perform Morning and after noon duty
- Facilitate and Present at Professional Learnings
- Present at Professional Developments
- Analysis Data
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Team teach with teachers
- Observe and give feedback to teachers
- Create lesson plans
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Teacher 5th Grade ELAR and Social Studies Teacher
Duncanville Independent School District
Duncanville, TX
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies and ELAR lessons to make students successful.
- Created educational experiences that gave each student opportunities to develop in personal-social adjustment, decision-making, positive self-image and other life skills.
- Communicated concerns and ideas with colleagues, students, parents and community positively and professionally and kept communication lines open.
- Developed and implemented reasonable classroom rules of behavior and procedure that proved conducive to fair and equitable learning.
- Used proven social studies and ELAR teaching techniques and materials, implemented established curriculum goals and objectives and deployed materials that motivated learners.
- Led classroom activities that are on the Lead4ward Playlist
- Taught activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
Teacher 8th Grade ELAR
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
Dallas , TX
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted [Number] children per station during small-group learning periods.
- Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Increased parent satisfaction through well-organized parent conferences
Teacher and Instructional ELAR Coach
Gateway Charter Academy
Dallas, TX
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement,
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Optimized learning plans and quantified student progress through test administration.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Kept abreast of latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.
ELAR Teacher and Grade Chair
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
Dallas , TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Teacher and Dance Sponsor
Morehouse Parish School District
Bastrop , LA
08.1995 - 05.2016
- Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
Teacher 3rd Grade
Monroe City School District
Monroe, LA
08.1996 - 05.2003
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established and maintained highly structured classroom culture where students demonstrated respect, responsibility and dedication to studies.
- Established and adjusted instructional goals and objectives to reflect district or school goals, curriculum policies and progress and needs of students.
- Guided learning process through use of clearly established goals and objectives to meet student and district goals and objectives.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA 08.1989 - 05.1995
Skills
Elementary education
Reading level analysis
Writing assessments
Group tutoring
Individualized instruction
Organization and Time Management
Active Listening
Teambuilding
Excellent Communication
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year numerous times.
- Morehouse Parish District Teacher of the Year (Morehouse Parish)
- Barfkdull Faulk Elementary Teacher of the Yea r(Monroe City)
- Delta Magnet Teacher of the Year (Morehouse Parish)
- Berg Jones Elementary Teacher of the Year (Monroe City)
Timeline
Instructional Reading Coach
DeSoto Independent School District
07.2021 - 06.2022
Teacher 5th Grade ELAR and Social Studies Teacher
Duncanville Independent School District
08.2020 - 07.2021
Teacher 8th Grade ELAR
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2019 - 05.2020
Teacher and Instructional ELAR Coach
Gateway Charter Academy
08.2017 - 05.2019
ELAR Teacher and Grade Chair
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher 3rd Grade
Monroe City School District
08.1996 - 05.2003
Teacher and Dance Sponsor
Morehouse Parish School District
08.1995 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Louisiana At Monroe
08.1989 - 05.1995