Tanner Dunkel
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Young, enthusiastic teacher eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of the English content area and students with disabilities. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in both regards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Special Education Teacher
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
09.2021 - Current
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Granted tenure on 3/17/25. Effective 9/7/2025.
JV Boys Basketball Coach
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
11.2024 - Current
- 14-6 record in 2024/2025.
JV Baseball Coach
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
03.2022 - Current
- 12-5 record in 2024.
Baseball Instructor
Hayner's Sports Barn
03.2021 - Current
- Individual hitting, fielding, and pitching lessons with athletes ranging from age five to age fifteen
Summer Travel Baseball Coach
Hayner's Sports Barn
05.2020 - Current
- 16-year old competitive club baseball team
- 38-5 record in 2024.
Elementary ESY Teacher
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Incorporated hands-on learning experiences into daily instruction, helping students make meaningful connections between academic content and real-life applications.
- Organized extracurricular activities that fostered personal growth, leadership development, and social responsibility among participating students.
Teacher Substitute
Schuylerville Central School District
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Substitute for classroom teachers
- 1:1 student aide
Student Teaching
Schuylerville Central School District
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Cooperating middle school teacher: Kerri Brennan
- Short Term 7th/8th grade English Substitute for Krista Reville (9/8-10/26)
- Cooperating high school teacher: Ross Marvin
- Short Term 10th/12th grade Substitute for Laura Kline (11/30-1/29)
English/Special Education Internship
Southern Cayuga School District
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Consulted with teachers in English and Special Education disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies
Non-fiction Editor
Wells College Literary Magazine
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication
Education Field Work
Southern Cayuga School District
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Observation for the education minor
- Observed classes
- Helped students
- Taught several lessons and mini lessons
Education
Master of Science - Sp Ed 7 To12 Generalist MSED
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Adolescence, English
Wells College
Aurora, NY12.2020
High School Diploma -
Schuylerville Central School
Schuylerville, NY06.2016
Skills
- Parent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
Training
- Alcohol and Drug Awareness
- Autism
- Child Abuse
- Violence Prevention and Intervention
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
JV Boys Basketball Coach
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
11.2024 - Current
Elementary ESY Teacher
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
07.2023 - 08.2023
JV Baseball Coach
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
03.2022 - Current
7th Grade Special Education Teacher
Schuylerville Central Schl Dst
09.2021 - Current
Baseball Instructor
Hayner's Sports Barn
03.2021 - Current
Student Teaching
Schuylerville Central School District
09.2020 - 01.2021
Summer Travel Baseball Coach
Hayner's Sports Barn
05.2020 - Current
English/Special Education Internship
Southern Cayuga School District
01.2020 - 03.2020
Education Field Work
Southern Cayuga School District
09.2018 - 12.2018
Teacher Substitute
Schuylerville Central School District
12.2017 - 06.2021
Non-fiction Editor
Wells College Literary Magazine
09.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Adolescence, English
Wells College
Master of Science - Sp Ed 7 To12 Generalist MSED
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
High School Diploma -
Schuylerville Central School
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