Tanesia Porter
Crawfordville,FL
Summary
Educator and student services professional with over 10 years of experience in K-12 and adult education. Proven expertise in exceptional student education and case management. Utilizes data-driven strategies to enhance student growth and improve outcomes for at-risk populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Education Teacher
Wakulla Institute, Wakulla County School Board
Crawfordville, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Instruct adult learners in Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED preparation, and Adult High School coursework to facilitate academic progression
- Teach Reading/ELA, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies in alignment with Florida Adult Education standards to enhance learner comprehension
- Delivered targeted one-on-one and small-group instruction that accelerated academic growth and improved learner outcomes
- Develop individualized learning plans based on diagnostic assessments and student goals
- Support adult learners in test preparation, study skills, and career readiness
Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher
Wakulla Institute, Wakulla County School Board
Crawfordville, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards and Access Points based on individual student IEPs
- Supported students with intensive behavioral, academic, and social-emotional needs in alternative learning environment, fostering individualized growth
- Implement structured routines and evidence-based interventions to improve student engagement and behavior outcomes
- Collaborated with administrators, service providers, and families to facilitate successful student transitions and reintegration into mainstream settings
- Monitored and tracked student progress using data tools and behavior charts, informing targeted interventions through formative assessments
Administrative Secretary
Wakulla County School Board
Crawfordville, FL
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed HR processes, payroll functions, and Medicaid billing for ESE and Student Services to ensure accurate and timely processing
- Ensured compliance with district, state, and federal regulations related to ESE services to maintain program integrity and accountability
- Functioned as liaison for the district Home Education Program, assisting families and upholding compliance
- Coordinated purchasing and distribution of instructional and program supplies across multiple schools to support educational programs
Dropout Prevention/Credit Recovery Specialist
Wakulla High School
Crawfordville, FL
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Served as Credit Recovery Specialist in I.M.P.A.C.T. Lab, facilitating academic recovery initiatives
- Reduced the number of seniors ineligible to graduate by 95% through targeted academic and behavioral interventions
- Mentored at-risk high school seniors, focusing on strategies to enhance graduation eligibility
Diversity Club Founder
Wakulla High School
Crawfordville, FL
08.2018 - 06.2020
Black History Studies Coordinator
Wakulla High School
Crawfordville, FL
08.2016 - 06.2020
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction - Exceptional Student Education
Concordia University
Nebraska05-2021
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction - Career & Technical Education
Concordia University
Minnesota12-2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03-2016
Skills
- Adult learning principles
- Adult education
- Learning assessment
- Adult learning principles
- Skyward proficiency
- Curriculum development
- Microsoft Office Suite mastery
- Adult learning principles
Certifications And Skills
- Florida Department of Education Certification: Business Education (6-12)
- Skyward Student Information System
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Admission & Placement Manual for Exceptional Student Education (ESE)
- Trauma-Skilled Specialist Certification ( National Dropout Prevention Center)
Additional Information - Clubs And Roles
- Diversity Club Founder - Wakulla High School
- Black History Studies Coordinator - Wakulla High School
Timeline
Adult Education Teacher
Wakulla Institute, Wakulla County School Board
08.2025 - Current
Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher
Wakulla Institute, Wakulla County School Board
08.2024 - Current
Administrative Secretary
Wakulla County School Board
02.2023 - 06.2024
Diversity Club Founder
Wakulla High School
08.2018 - 06.2020
Dropout Prevention/Credit Recovery Specialist
Wakulla High School
06.2018 - 06.2020
Black History Studies Coordinator
Wakulla High School
08.2016 - 06.2020
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction - Exceptional Student Education
Concordia University
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction - Career & Technical Education
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University