Tanya BOSS
West Linn,OR
Summary
Dedicated educator seeking a teaching position in a dynamic learning environment that fosters growth and development. Committed to utilizing a diverse skill set and extensive experience to inspire and nurture children while ensuring an inclusive approach that addresses the unique needs of every student.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Teacher
Ninety-One School, Canby School District
Hubbard, OR
09.2022 - Current
- Crafted comprehensive lesson plans that promote engagement and improve student academic success.
- Evaluated and assessed student performance, providing constructive feedback for improvement through use of standards based grading and rubrics.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking skills.
- Implemented TCI History Alive, World History and US History curriculum.
- Utilized AVID, WICOR strategies in classroom and also taught an AVID elective class.
- Participated in EduProtocols Plus training and collaborative curriculum development.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
Social Studies Teacher
Inza Wood Middle School, West Linn Wilsonville School District
Wilsonville, OR
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with state standards and diverse learning styles.
- Achieved a dynamic world history curriculum through effective collaboration with district educators.
- Advanced equitable grading practices and standards-based assessments to improve student evaluation.
- Enabled access to asynchronous learning for isolated students via Google Classroom.
Office Manager
Patrick J Gregg MD PC
Canby, OR
01.2011 - 06.2021
- Successfully launched two new office locations, implementing efficient office systems, including electronic health records and practice management software.
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with medical regulations.
- Streamlined patient scheduling and ensured accuracy of medical records to optimize workflow.
- Trained and supervised administrative staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed and implemented office policies, improving operational procedures and patient service quality.
- Elevated clinic visibility through strategic advertising, website development, SEO, and meticulous bookkeeping.
Language Arts Teacher
Lange Middle School, Columbia Public Schools
Columbia, MO
08.2000 - 05.2003
- Achieved significant improvements in student test scores through effective implementation of reading/writing workshop strategies in sixth and seventh grade language arts.
- Drove collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to create a cohesive and integrated curriculum.
- Applied targeted behavioral interventions to promote positive classroom behavior and support student success through BIST training.
- Advanced the reading capabilities of remedial middle school students through targeted initiatives designed to improve their functional reading skills.
Team Leader and Teacher
Evergreen Middle School, Hillsboro School District
Hillsboro, OR
08.1994 - 06.2000
- Facilitated learning for seventh and eighth grade students as part of an interdisciplinary team. Delivered courses in pre-algebra, reading, world history, and US history. Supported student engagement through collaborative teaching methods.
- Assisted in developing an integrated curriculum model for middle level education in Oregon. Collaborated with team to present interdisciplinary teaching strategies at the Oregon Middle Level Association.
- TAG coordinator.
- Team leader.
- Department chair (Math,)
- Site Council Chair
- State assessment grader for mathematics problem solving and writing.
- Assisted in evaluating and adopting district math curriculum. Supported training in PSU visual math program, contributing to development of Bridges curriculum.
Education
Education
Willamette University
Salem, OR05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Economics
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR06.1992
Lewis And Clark University
Portland, OR08-1997
AVID Summer Institutue
Sacramento, CA06-2024
Skills
- Detail-oriented planning
- Strong computer proficiency
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Intuitive design approach
- Proficient in written communication
Timeline
Social Studies Teacher
Ninety-One School, Canby School District
09.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Inza Wood Middle School, West Linn Wilsonville School District
09.2021 - 06.2022
Office Manager
Patrick J Gregg MD PC
01.2011 - 06.2021
Language Arts Teacher
Lange Middle School, Columbia Public Schools
08.2000 - 05.2003
Team Leader and Teacher
Evergreen Middle School, Hillsboro School District
08.1994 - 06.2000
Education
Willamette University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and Economics
University of Oregon
Lewis And Clark University
AVID Summer Institutue