Tanya Brown
Auburn,AL
Summary
Detail-oriented Pulmonary Function Testing Technician skilled in equipment calibration and spirometry testing. Committed to maintaining a safe testing environment and building trust with patients through effective communication.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Pulmonary Function Testing Technician
Medessia Health
Opelika, AL
01.2026 - Current
- Assists in preparing and maintaining testing equipment for accurate results.
- Educates patients on test procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding before testing.
- Monitors patients during tests to ensure safety and adherence to protocols.
- Maintains cleanliness and organization of the testing environment consistently.
- Participates in training sessions to enhance knowledge of pulmonary function testing procedures.
- Builds trust with patients by explaining the purpose and process of pulmonary function tests, ensuring they felt comfortable and well-informed throughout their appointment.
Associate Minister
Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church
Auburn, AL
03.1989 - Current
- Develops and delivers sermons that address congregational needs and promotes spiritual growth.
- Coordinates worship services, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with church mission.
- Collaborates with church leaders on strategic planning initiatives to expand community services and outreach efforts.
- Oversees church-wide initiatives that focus on social justice issues like poverty or homelessness, empowering congregants to be agents of change.
- Serves as an empathetic listener during one-on-one counseling sessions, offering comfort and insight during challenging times in congregants' lives.
- Assists senior minister in developing community outreach programs, resulting in increased membership and involvement.
- Delivers inspiring sermons that resonate with diverse audiences, fostering a sense of unity and belonging among congregants.
- Collaborates with ministry team to plan and execute special events such as retreats and workshops, enriching the spiritual lives of participants.
- Conducts monthly bible study sessions to deepen congregants' understanding of their faith.
- Facilitates small group discussions to encourage meaningful dialogue about faith-related topics among attendees.
- Develops strong relationships with families in the congregation, providing guidance and support during times of struggle or celebration.
- Provides pastoral care for congregation members, fostering a supportive and compassionate environment.
- Mentors youth group members, encouraging personal growth and spiritual development within a safe space.
- Leads programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provides spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Plans and conducts worship services, writes sermons, and works with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Elementary School Teacher
Opelika City Schools, Elmore County Schools, Macon County Schools, Montgomery County Schools
Alabama
08.1994 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Integrated technology into lessons enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and instructional practices.
- Collaborated with parents and community stakeholders to support student academic success and well-being.
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness, recommending enhancements based on student performance data.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL05.1994
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Davis High School
Montgomery, AL05.1989
Skills
- Equipment calibration
- Spirometry testing
Timeline
Pulmonary Function Testing Technician
Medessia Health
01.2026 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Opelika City Schools, Elmore County Schools, Macon County Schools, Montgomery County Schools
08.1994 - 08.2022
Associate Minister
Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church
03.1989 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Faulkner University
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Davis High School