Rebecca Tanner

Work History

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- 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.

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