Rebecca Tanner
Educator
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Reading Coach//ELA Dept. Head/Test Coordinator
Lawton Chiles Middle School
08.2018 - Current
- Current Reading Coach: Collaborated with teachers to modify curricula to better address needs of struggling readers.
- Maintained record of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Collected and studied school wide ELA data
- Utilized various assessment tools to track student progress towards established goals, adjusting instruction accordingly based on data-driven insights.
- Developed and implemented individualized lessons for students in order to increase reading comprehension/vocabulary skills
- Current School Assessment Coordinator: Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, implementing and monitoring school-wide testing plan
- Current Language Arts Department Chair: Worked closely and cooperatively with other teachers, principal/assistant principal, to develop, maintain, implement, and assess district's instructional programs and analyze student performance on a regular basis including IReady, Edgenuity and Performance Matters
- Scheduled, planned and coordinated weekly department meetings at building site; Maintains notes/records for successful operation of department
- 7th/8th Grade Advanced/ESOL Language Arts Teacher: supported understanding of varied texts; motivated students to read for information and recreation; implemented lessons based on state standards to aid in student achievement.
CPALMS Curriculum Writer/ Workshop Facilitator
CPALMS- Florida State University
03.2022 - Current
- Trained fellow educators in implementation of newly developed curricula.
- Created engaging multimedia resources as part of online materials, enhancing learner retention and comprehension.
- Developed and published customized lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with subject matter experts to develop accurate and engaging content.
- Trained teachers on new curriculum and information.
- Designed project-based learning activities to promote critical thinking skills and real-world problem-solving abilities among students.
Classroom Teacher
David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
08.2007 - 06.2018
- ESOL Classroom Teacher All subjects 4th-5th grade: Planned, organized and implemented appropriate instructional program based on district guidelines that guides and encouraged students development and increased student performance
- Gifted Education Reading Teacher 4th-5th grade: supported understanding of varied texts; motivated students to read for information and recreation; implemented lessons based on state standards to aid in student achievement
- Special Education Teacher All subjects 4th-5th grade: Planned, organized and implemented appropriate instructional program based on district guidelines that guides and encouraged students development and increased student performance
- National Elementary Honor Society Adviser: Designed activities for school and community in order to bring improvement to school community
Education
Master of Education in Exceptional Student Education -
01.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts in English -
08.1999 - 05.2002
Skills
Workshop Facilitation
Expert in Zoom/Webex
Verbal and written communication
Multitasking Abilities
Workshop Facilitation
Data Analysis
Workshop Facilitation
Organization and Planning Skills
Certification
Certified Elementary K-6
Timeline
CPALMS Curriculum Writer/ Workshop Facilitator - CPALMS- Florida State University
03.2022 - Current
Florida Atlantic University - Master of Education in Exceptional Student Education,
01.2019 - 05.2021
Reading Coach//ELA Dept. Head/Test Coordinator - Lawton Chiles Middle School
08.2018 - Current
Classroom Teacher - David Lawrence Jr. K-8 Center
08.2007 - 06.2018
Florida Atlantic University - Bachelor of Arts in English,
08.1999 - 05.2002