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Tanya Best

Daphne,Alabama

Summary

I am a high-energy Elementary School Teacher passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking and student development. I am skilled in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive, proactive strategies. I have excellent communication skills and can easily build relationships with others. I take pride in everything I do, whether it's teaching a room full of second graders, or cleaning condos at the beach.

I am interested in finding a part time job with evening/night hours and weekends.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Second Grade Teacher

Bayside Academy
08.2017 - Current
  • Work closely with other teachers to plan assignments, give assessments, arrange projects, and attend field trips.
  • Attend seminars to improve on classroom management skills, learn teaching methods critical to reach all types of students.
  • Develop strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, leading to increased parental involvement in their child's education.
  • Implement a positive reward system to motivate students and reinforce good behavior, resulting in a more productive classroom environment.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.

Lead Housekeeper

Self Employed Services
03.2014 - Current
  • Improve overall cleanliness and guest satisfaction by implementing efficient housekeeping procedures.
  • Earn the Trust of property owners to enter, clean, and lock up condos and beach houses while on a strict time schedule.
  • Enhance guest experience by maintaining high standards of room hygiene and presentation.
  • Ensure timely completion of daily tasks through effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Auburn University Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
06.1995

Skills

  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Materials Sourcing
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Standardized Tests
  • Team Building
  • Multitasking Ability
  • Adaptable Style

Accomplishments

  • I have been nominated as "Baldwin County's Coolest Teacher" five years in a row.
  • I offer academic tutoring after school and in summer to students aged K-6th grade.
  • I attend seminars and trainings to support the requirements needed to keep my teaching certificate current.

Timeline

Second Grade Teacher

Bayside Academy
08.2017 - Current

Lead Housekeeper

Self Employed Services
03.2014 - Current

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

Faulkner University

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Auburn University Montgomery
Tanya Best