Tori Austin
Jupiter,FL
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
School Based Team Leader
Franklin Academy Charter School
03.2023 - Current
- Provided ongoing support for struggling readers by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Developed goals and realistic plans for achieving each target.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Reading Coach
Franklin Academy Charter School
08.2020 - Current
- Implemented research-based strategies for teaching phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension skills effectively.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Supported the administration in developing policies and programs that prioritized literacy growth within the school community.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Teacher
Franklin Academy Charter School
05.2016 - Current
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Education
Curriculum And Instruction Reading
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2015
Associate of Arts -
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL12.2011
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Faculty Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Inquiry-based learning
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Critical Thinking
- Instructional Best Practices
- Relationship Building
Timeline
School Based Team Leader
Franklin Academy Charter School
03.2023 - Current
Reading Coach
Franklin Academy Charter School
08.2020 - Current
Teacher
Franklin Academy Charter School
05.2016 - Current
Teacher
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary
08.2015 - 06.2016
Curriculum And Instruction Reading
American College of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts -
Palm Beach State College
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