Regina Anne Thacker
White House
Summary
Experienced with creating dynamic and inclusive lesson plans that cater to diverse student needs. Uses effective classroom management strategies to maintain a positive and productive learning environment. Track record of fostering strong communication and collaboration with colleagues and parents.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Education Teacher/EL Teacher
Robertson County Board of Education
01.2017 - Current
- Building positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Planning lessons according to district standards.
- Promoting student growth by differentiating instruction based on individual needs and learning styles.
- Assessing student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Meeting with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students, and reviewing Individual Learning Plans for English-Language Learners.
- Scheduling and directing field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Enhancing classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement and clear expectations for behavior.
- Participating in school events and initiatives like book fairs, fundraisers, and community outreach programs to foster school spirit and community engagement.
- Improving parent-teacher communication through regular updates, conferences, and newsletters detailing student progress.
- Completing professional development courses to stay current on best practices in elementary education, applying new techniques to improve teaching methods.
Communications Specialist
Department of Health Care, Finance and Administration
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Created new notices and letters for TennCare members and applicants.
- Reviewed, edited and maintained the TennCare member handbook and health plan member materials before dispersal.
- Reviewed notices and member materials to make sure they were plain language compliant and made updates as new information or problems arose.
- Worked with TNHC/AHS on scripts for their call center representatives.
- Created letter summaries and FAQ guides for new notices that were distributed to peers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive messaging for promotional materials.
Elementary Education Teacher and Reading Coach
Robertson County Board of Education
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Lead grade-level meetings as grade-level chair teacher.
- Coordinated and facilitated the school’s literacy intervention program.
- Taught targeted literacy intervention to small groups of students daily using research-based strategies and resources.
- Assisted students using software and materials related to literacy programs.
- Maintained and submitted accurate and up-to-date management records of all students’ progress.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Planned lessons according to district standards.
- Scheduled and directing field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Participated in school events and initiatives like book fairs, fundraisers, and community outreach programs to foster school spirit and community engagement.
- Improved parent-teacher communication through regular updates, conferences, and newsletters detailing student progress.
- Completed professional development courses to stay current on best practices in elementary education, applying new techniques to improve teaching methods.
Summer Youth Worksite Monitor (Grant Funded)
Workforce Essentials
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Conducted career readiness training for 100+ youth workers.
- Liaison between 100+ economically disadvantaged youth and 50+ worksite supervisors.
- Mentored and coached youth in preparation for future career placement.
- Provided mental and emotional support to the youth workers using positive reinforcement.
- Contributed to the development of monitoring policies and procedures, promoting a standardized approach across all units.
- Developed strong rapport with youth workers and their worksite supervisors addressing any concerns or questions related to the job.
- Assisted with staff training on new monitoring technologies, facilitating seamless adoption within the workplace.
- Improved efficiency in the department by streamlining documentation processes for accurate record keeping.
- Monitored government regulations and standards to provide alignment with company policies and procedures.
Education
ESL Certification - Prek-12
Trevecca Nazarene University
01.2024
M. Ed - Instructional Leadership
Bethel University
01.2015
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Tennessee State University
01.2009
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
01.2007
Skills
- Technology integration
- Team collaboration
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom management
- Patience and flexibility
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational skills
- Growth mindset
- Relationship building
- Field trip organization
- Oral communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Email
Timeline
Elementary Education Teacher/EL Teacher
Robertson County Board of Education
01.2017 - Current
Communications Specialist
Department of Health Care, Finance and Administration
01.2015 - 01.2017
Summer Youth Worksite Monitor (Grant Funded)
Workforce Essentials
05.2009 - 08.2009
Elementary Education Teacher and Reading Coach
Robertson County Board of Education
01.2009 - 01.2015
M. Ed - Instructional Leadership
Bethel University
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Tennessee State University
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
ESL Certification - Prek-12
Trevecca Nazarene University
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