Tracy Grimes
West Union,IA
Summary
Inspirational Literacy Coach offering excellent one-on-one and group literacy tutoring services. Establishing strong and valuable connections with students, teachers, and parents. Adept at designing and facilitating workshops, developing effective lesson plans and utilizing assessment data to individualize student instruction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Literacy Consultant
Keystone AEA
Elkader, IA
2009 - Current
- Utilized technology such as computer software and online resources to enhance literacy instruction.
- Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques into the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners.
- Advised parents on ways to support their children's development of literacy skills at home.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teachers focusing on literacy-related topics.
- Developed and implemented literacy programs for students with diverse learning needs.
- Provided individualized instruction to students in reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Conducted assessments of student progress and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
- Evaluated classroom materials to ensure they meet academic standards.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify areas of improvement in literacy instruction.
- Created lesson plans that incorporate best practices in teaching literacy.
Title One Reading Teacher
Valley Community Services
Elgin, IA
11.2004 - 05.2009
- Provided individualized instruction to students in order to meet their unique needs and learning styles.
- Conducted assessments of student progress and prepared reports for parents, administrators, and other stakeholders.
- Developed lesson plans based on state standards and district curriculum guidelines.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for addressing reading deficiencies.
- Monitored student performance data to inform instruction and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Engaged students in activities designed to foster critical thinking skills related to reading comprehension.
Substitute Teacher
Multiple School Districts
West Union, Iowa
199 - 1998
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Followed established lesson plans to continue learning trajectory.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
Paraeducator
Fredericksburg School District
Fredericksburg, IA
1998 - 2000
- Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
- Developed creative activities designed to engage all levels of learners within the classroom setting.
- Promoted compliance with [State] IEP standards in both curriculum development and classroom operations.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to [Job title] for parental notification.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
Title One Reading Teacher
Fredricksburg School District
Fredericksburg, IA
2000 - 2004
- Provided individualized instruction to students in order to meet their unique needs and learning styles.
- Conducted assessments of student progress and prepared reports for parents, administrators, and other stakeholders.
- Developed lesson plans based on state standards and district curriculum guidelines.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to develop strategies for addressing reading deficiencies.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Education
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA12-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12-1996
Skills
- Special Education
- Reading Comprehension
- Teaching Strategies
- Early Childhood Education
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teacher Mentoring
- Program Implementation
- Innovative Lesson Planning
- Teaching Methods Knowledge
- Instructional Planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
Certification
- Reading Endorsement
- Subbing Authorization
Timeline
Title One Reading Teacher
Valley Community Services
11.2004 - 05.2009
Literacy Consultant
Keystone AEA
2009 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Multiple School Districts
199 - 1998
Paraeducator
Fredericksburg School District
1998 - 2000
Title One Reading Teacher
Fredricksburg School District
2000 - 2004
Master of Arts - Professional Education
Morningside College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Iowa State University
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