Teacher English

Tiffonie T. Tate

708-***-**** cell *******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a teaching or educational leadership position where my education, experience, skills and love of teaching can be effectively utilized to challenge and motivate students.

QUALIFICATIONS

Proven effective written and oral communication skills

Effectively engages and challenges students through high levels of expectations for all coursework

Develops and maintains positive relationships with administration, staff, external constituents as well as parents and students

Proven effective performance in leadership roles

Trained in Pre-Advanced Placement, Core Curriculum Standards, PSAE, College Readiness and ACT skills integration, Trauma Informed Teaching and Reading Apprenticeship Framework for teaching and TELPAS rating,

CERTIFICATIONS

Illinois Type 09 Certificate-English endorsement

Texas Secondary Certificate-English Language Arts and Reading 7-12

Texas ESL Supplemental Endorsement

EDUCATION

Global Language Training 2017

TESOL/TEFL Certificate

University of Phoenix 2005

Master of Education- Secondary Certification

University of Phoenix 2002

Master of Education-Curriculum and Instruction

DePaul University 1997

Bachelor of Arts-Communications

WORK EXPERIENCE

EDUCATOR-COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

University of Phoenix, Phoenix., AZ

2009-2014

Adjunct Faculty

Instructor for multiple composition/writing courses in an online environment

Manage electronic grade book and respond to student comments and concerns

Interact with and coach students via an online classroom setting by providing timely and relevant feedback online and by telephone communication when necessary

Maintain effective communication with students, staff and college administration regarding student progress

Actively participate in quarterly collaborative meetings with other faculty to discuss effective strategies

EDUCATOR-HIGH SCHOOL

Sam Houston High School, Arlington, TX

2019-present

Trauma Informed Teacher

English IV/STAAR testing remediation course teacher

English IV PLC team member

Collaborator for English IV lesson plans in the data base

Online course curriculum creator for STAAR Prep/Skills course

Rater for TELPAS assessment for ESL students

Member of Black History Program Committee and District Racial and Social Equity Committee

Provided continuous, timely communication with administration, staff, parents and students regarding classroom policies and procedures, student progress as well as prescribed academic and behavioral remediation using the Restorative Practice model and PBIS to assist with student success

Monitored student progress on Common Lit, IXL, No Red Ink and Achieve 3000 online learning programs and used prescribed methods to help improve student Lexile levels, comprehension and reading fluency

Cedar Hill High School, Cedar Hill, TX

2017-2019

Trauma Informed Teacher

English/Literature teacher for English II classes

English II PLC team member

Member of 2018 Cedar Hill High School English 2 Texas Lesson Study submission team

District Teacher of the Year Nominee 2018-2019

Member of Multicultural Programs Committee 2018-2019

Rater for TELPAS assessment for ESL students

Co-creator or all 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 English II lesson plans in the data base as well all EOC preparation plans for English II first time test-takers

Provided continuous, timely communication with administration, staff, parents and students regarding classroom policies and procedures, student progress as well as prescribed academic and behavioral remediation using the Restorative Practices model and PBIS to assist with student success

Monitored student progress on Achieve 3000 online learning program and used prescribed methods to help improve student Lexile levels, comprehension and reading fluency

Collaborated in creation and implementation of remediation programs for EOC English I and English II retesting students

Chicago Public Schools/Tilden Career Community Academy, Chicago, IL

2014-2017

Trauma Informed Teacher

Teacher for 10th and 11th grade core and elective courses: Literature, Speech, Writing, College Readiness

Co-Teacher for English core classes along with Diverse Learner Specialist

Coordinated and Co-Facilitated Professional Development sessions as a Teacher Leader related to strategies for proper implementation of social-emotional learning standards and models for students and staff with an emphasis on Restorative Practices and PBIS

Collaborated with the school leadership team, grade level groups and Professional Learning Communities in analysis of various data sets in order to create and implement strategies to provide opportunities for academic and socio-emotional growth for all students

Completed lesson/unit plans using curriculum-mapping incorporating Illinois State, Common Core and 21st Century skills standards

Served as a Peer Mentor for new teachers (2014-2015)

Lead Graduation Coordinator (2015-present)

Member of School Culture and Climate-SD&I (SEL) team (2015-2017)

Lead Teacher for SD&1(SEL)implementation (2015-2017)

Collaborated with Deans, Administrators and outside partner organization representatives regarding the implementation of social-emotional learning strategies during restorative discipline sessions

Community Services West Career Academy, Chicago, IL

2011-2013

Trauma Informed Teacher

Teacher for English/Literature/Reading/Writing classes for students ages 16-21 who desired a high school diploma

Co-Curriculum developer Reading/Writing/Literature classes

Create weekly lesson plans using Core Curriculum Standards, curriculum-mapping as well as NWEA and PSAE test analysis

Collaborated with the teacher leadership team using student data to help to create and implement strategies to provide opportunities for academic growth for all students

Maintain effective communication with administration, staff, parents and students

Effectively monitor and manage student behavior in the classroom as well as throughout the building

Maintain accurate attendance and grades for students

Maintain accurate reports for Special Needs students according to their IEPs

Implement accommodations for all students especially those with IEPs

Actively participate in weekly collaborative meetings with administration and staff

Chicago Public Schools/Simpson Academy, Chicago, IL 2008-2011

Trauma Informed Teacher

English/Literature Teacher for English I and English II classes for pregnant and parenting teens who desired a high school diploma

Collaborated with the teacher leadership team using student data to help to create and implement strategies to provide opportunities for academic and social-emotional growth for all students

Completed lesson plans using curriculum-mapping and NWEA and PSAE test analysis

Lead Teacher for Read 180 literacy intervention program (2010-2011)

English Department Chair/Lead teacher (August 2008-2010)

English Homebound Student Project Designer (2008-2011)

Curriculum coordinator/developer for 9th -10th grade English classes (2008-2010)

Member of the PPLC (2010-2011)

Student Teacher Host (2008-2009)

Instructional Leadership Team Member (August 2008-2010)

Literature for All of Us Program Liaison (August 2008-2010)

Co-Chair Science/Health Project Fair (January 2009)

Co-Chair History Project Fair (April 2009)

Activities Coordinator/Supervisor-End of the Year Attendance Incentive Week (June 2011)

Youth Connections Charter School/IDPL/Rudy Lozano Leadership Academy/ YCLA, Chicago, IL 2004-2008

Trauma Informed Teacher

English II and English III grade level classes: Literature, Writing, Speech and Lead Physical Education teacher for students ages 16-21 who desired a high school diploma

Provided mentoring for new teachers

Completed lesson plans for social justice informed program using curriculum-mapping and PSAE standards

Collaborated with the teacher leadership team using student data to help to create and implement strategies to provide opportunities for academic and social-emotional growth for all students

Maintained various types of communications with ESL and bilingual parents/guardians

Conducted meetings with ESL and bilingual parents/guardians

Conducted professional development related to topics relevant to instructional strategies

Co-Curriculum Developer for all English classes using the backwards curriculum mapping process to insure that Social Justice themes, AP skills, College Readiness Skills, IL State Standards and/or ACT skills were incorporated

English Department Lead (2004-2008)

Graduation Coordinator (2005-2007) and Senior Class Activities Coordinator (2004-2007)

Co-Junior Class Advisor (2004-2005) and Co-Senior Class Advisor (2005-2007)

Co-Facilitator of Student Council (2004-2005) and Co-Facilitator of Spirit Council (2005-2007)

ADMINISTRATION

Youth Connections Charter School/IDPL/Rudy Lozano Leadership Academy/ Chicago, IL

2005-2007

Dean of Students

Created and maintained discipline and attendance records for all students

Conducted new student/ parent interviews and testing

Served on the hiring and evaluation team

Maintained various types of communications with ESL and bilingual speaking parents/guardians including meetings regarding behavior interventions and implementation of discipline

Coordinated supportive services with partner agencies for students

Conducted staff meetings and professional development related to discipline and attendance

Maintained regular contact with administration, parents and students in relation to behavior

and attendance for all students

Co-developed and revised the student handbook, school guidelines and regulations

AFFILIATIONS

NCTE-National Council of Teachers of English

NAPW-National Association for Professional Women

Performs all other duties as assigned

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