Tania Troupe-Corcho
Graham,USA
Summary
Dedicated Educator experienced in teaching diverse student populations across multiple countries. Developed learner-centered, innovative instruction that supports academic and social growth while fostering positive classroom environments. Valued collaborative relationships with staff, students, and families to enhance learning experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
Merrick-Moore Elementary
North Carolina, USA
09.2021 - 08.2026
- Fostered a supportive, inclusive classroom environment that celebrated diversity and boosted student confidence.
- Designed and executed data-driven intervention plans for individuals and small groups to target specific skill gaps.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles.
- Propelled measurable student progress, achieving significant reading growth during the 2021–2022 academic year.
- Exceeded state growth expectations on the 2022–2023 state reading exam through targeted test-prep strategies.
- Sustained academic momentum by securing continuous, year-over-year reading gains throughout 2023–2024.
- Analyzed formative and summative assessment data to pivot instructional methods and predict state exam performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan and execute school-wide events and initiatives.
4th Grade Teacher
Mineral Heights Primary
Clarendon, Jamaica
09.2018 - 07.2021
- Created and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum framework and school-wide academic standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Designed and delivered targeted reading instruction tailored to the developmental and Lexile needs of 4th-grade students.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting teamwork, respect, and responsibility among students.
- Partnered with core classroom teachers to seamlessly embed high-impact literacy strategies into science, social studies, and math.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with families through proactive communication regarding reading goals, milestones, and at-home strategies.
- Mentored new teachers in instructional techniques, classroom management strategies, and curriculum development initiatives.
Elementary School Teacher
River Oak Elementary
Virginia, USA
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Served as Social Studies Lead Teacher, spearheading grade-level curriculum mapping and standard alignment.
- Mentored peer educators by sharing best practices, instructional resources, and pacing guides to ensure campus-wide alignment.
- Engineered a major academic turnaround at a Title I campus, driving significant year-over-year proficiency gains.
- Delivered an 81% pass rate in State Reading and an 83% pass rate in Math during the 2016–2017 school year.
- Elevated campus performance further in 2017–2018, rising to an 85% pass rate in Reading and an 86% in Math.
- Utilized targeted interventions and data-driven instruction to systematically close achievement gaps for at-risk student populations.
- Organized, launched, and facilitated extracurricular activities to increase student campus involvement and school pride.
Elementary School Teacher
Liberty American School
Accra, Ghana
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Founded, structured, and trained an award-winning debate team, leading students to competitive success and regional recognition.
- Authored comprehensive, standards-aligned lesson plans strictly mapped to state curriculum frameworks and campus academic goals.
- Integrated modern educational technology, interactive simulations, and collaborative group projects to maximize daily student engagement.
- Partnered with cross-functional teaching teams to co-plan, refine, and execute high-impact lessons that boosted school-wide engagement.
- Incorporated technology, interactive activities, and group projects to foster student engagement and learning.
Reading Interventionist
Mineral Heights Primary
Clarendon, Jamaica
09.2003 - 07.2013
- Developed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned reading and literacy instruction to meet diverse developmental needs of students in grades 1–6.
- Masterfully implemented a diverse toolkit of research-based teaching methodologies, explicitly targeting phonics, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and oral fluency.
- Diagnosed reader performance by assessing student reading levels, translating raw diagnostic data into actionable, differentiated instructional groupings.
- Monitored and systematically tracked student progression using running records and formative feedback loops to pivot daily instructional focus and guarantee growth targets.
- Collaborated closely with grade-level teaching teams and parents to align home-and-school reading strategies, building a cohesive support system for struggling readers.
- Spearheaded initiative to foster a vibrant campus-wide reading culture, noticeably increasing student independent reading volume and enthusiasm.
Education
Masters in Business Administration - Business Management
University of Technology
Kingston, Jamaica09-2011
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, Jamaica08-2007
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Standards-Based Instruction
- Responsive teaching
- Multilingual experience
- Classroom management
- Diverse adaptability
- Inclusive learning environment
- Community collaboration
Accomplishments
- TESOL / TEFL Certification (120 Hours) | Global Credential – 2025
- School Improvement Plan (SIP) Committee Member (2025–2026): Collaborated with administration to design a long-term improvement roadmap, successfully driving parental involvement through strategic family outreach while establishing a campus care network to distribute essential food and clothing to students in need.
- SPOT 3–5 Literacy Certification (Supporting the Practice of Reading and Writing Theory in Elementary Classrooms) | Prince William County Public Schools (VA) – 2018
- Dyslexia Specialists Awareness Certification | Virginia Department of Education – 2018
- Outstanding Performance in After-School Tutoring Award | River Oaks Elementary School (VA) - 2017
- Gifted Education Professional Endorsement | Prince William County Public Schools (VA) – 2017
- EL Collaboration & Co-Teaching Certification | River Oaks Elementary School (VA) – 2016
Certification
- State Certification in Elementary Education -2023
- Certification of Completion of Dyslexia Awareness Module- Virginia Dept. of Education -2018
- Certification of Achievement in Outstanding Performance in After-School Tutoring - River Oaks Elementary School - VA, USA
- Certificate of Achievement for SPOT 3-5 -Prince William County Public School, VA, USA -2018
- Certificate of Completion for Professional Development in Gifted Education - Prince William County Public School, VA, USA -2017
- Certificate of Completion for Collaboration and Co-Teaching for English Learners - River Oaks Elementary School, VA, USA -2016
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Merrick-Moore Elementary
09.2021 - 08.2026
4th Grade Teacher
Mineral Heights Primary
09.2018 - 07.2021
Elementary School Teacher
River Oak Elementary
09.2015 - 05.2018
Elementary School Teacher
Liberty American School
01.2014 - 05.2015
Reading Interventionist
Mineral Heights Primary
09.2003 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
Northern Caribbean University
Masters in Business Administration - Business Management
University of Technology