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P. Lynn Tucker

Broken Arrow,OK

Work History

Reading Specialist

Owasso Public Schools
08.2022 - Current


  • Implemented research-based instructional practices to improve overall reading proficiency among students.
  • Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
  • Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering explicit and systematic small group instruction.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading success and offer resources for their students.
  • Coordinated RTI monthly meetings with each grade level and lead retention committees
  • Insured school compliancy for state reading laws
  • Established reading incentive programs for students
  • Performed and analyzed assessments to spot students in need of further assistance.





First Grade Teacher

Broken Arrow Public Schools
07.2014 - 05.2022
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Enhanced classroom management resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Presented lesson plans to appeal to various learning styles.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.


Reading Tutor

Broken Arrow Public Schools
01.2014 - 04.2014
  • Tutored third and fourth grade students to prepare them for state testing.
  • Helped develop student's comprehension, fluency and vocabulary and overall reading levels.
  • Differentiated instruction for each student's academic readiness.


Reading Tutor

Union Public Schools
01.2014 - 04.2014
  • Tutored third and fourth grade students to prepare for state testing.
  • Helped develop student's comprehension, fluency, vocabulary and overall reading levels.
  • Differentiated instruction for each student's academic readiness.

Pre-K Teacher's Assistant

Broken Arrow Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2011
  • Supported classroom teacher in managing the classroom
  • Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.


Summary

I am a dedicated educator committed to providing quality instruction and fostering a positive classroom environment that is stimulating, encouraging and supportive for all students. My goal is to differentiate instruction to enhance student reading proficiency.


I have a strong leadership quality to collaborate with teachers in providing instructional intervention recommendations. As well as assisting administration with facilitating meetings for MTSS and meeting state requirements.



Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Education

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
05-2021

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK
12-2014

Skills

  • LETRS trained
  • Orton Gillingham trained
  • Aims Institute trained
  • Critical Thinker
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Collaboration with teachers & Mentor new teachers

Timeline

Reading Specialist

Owasso Public Schools
08.2022 - Current

First Grade Teacher

Broken Arrow Public Schools
07.2014 - 05.2022

Reading Tutor

Broken Arrow Public Schools
01.2014 - 04.2014

Reading Tutor

Union Public Schools
01.2014 - 04.2014

Pre-K Teacher's Assistant

Broken Arrow Public Schools
08.2009 - 05.2011

Master of Arts - Reading Specialist

Northeastern State University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Northeastern State University

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