Tahni Gerstenberger
Douglasville
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Harvester Christian Academy, excelling in effective classroom management and fostering strong relationships. Enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching methods and differentiated instruction, leading to improved literacy skills. Committed to collaborative educational planning and continuous professional development to elevate student success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Middle School
Harvester Christian Academy
08.2019 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
Teacher, ELA (5th Grade)
Harvester Christian Academy
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University
Macon, GASkills
- Effective Classroom Management
- Effective Relationship Development
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Educational Planning
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
Certification
- ACSI Certified Teacher
Extra Responsibilities
- Middle School Mentor Teacher 2 years
- Middle School Lead Teacher 1 year
- Junior Beta Sponsor 5 years
- Assistant Golf Coach 6 years
- SLAM Bible Study Sponsor for 10 years
Timeline
Teacher, Middle School
Harvester Christian Academy
08.2019 - Current
Teacher, ELA (5th Grade)
Harvester Christian Academy
08.2015 - 07.2019
Master of Education - Early Childhood
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercer University
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