Tracy Wert
JASPER,Georgia
Summary
Compassionate individual with a passion for fostering a positive learning environment. Deep understanding of educational principles and effective classroom management techniques. Proficient in curriculum development and lesson planning. Committed to inspiring students and fostering academic growth. Over 20 years of experience working with children, familiar with diverse techniques and strategies to improve student abilities at all levels. Industrious educator with a solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students' needs. Skilled professional educator experienced in creating dynamic, inclusive classroom experiences that drive student success. Adept at leveraging diverse instructional strategies to meet varied learning needs, ensuring comprehensive understanding of material. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in ever-evolving educational settings, with a focus on critical thinking and communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Interventionist
Pickens County School District
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Trained teachers and staff on how to spot students in need of help and refer for services.
- Served as a mentor and resource for new interventionists, sharing insights on successful strategies and fostering a supportive professional community.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Supported classroom teachers by providing resources and guidance on differentiation techniques for diverse learners.
- Created tools for instruction and behavioral support.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
- Built strong relationships with parents, establishing open communication lines and sharing resources to reinforce at-home practice of learned skills.
- Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design tailored interventions for individual student needs, resulting in improved reading abilities.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
Teacher
Pickens County Schools
07.2014 - 07.2024
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- 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.
Teacher
Saint Lucie County School Board
08.2004 - 06.2014
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Specialist of Education - Advanced Curriculum Studies
Augusta University
Augusta, GA12.2024
Master of Science - Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12.2004
Skills
- Multitasking strength
- Professionalism
- Continuous professional development
- Documentation And Reporting
- Flexible approach
- Task Prioritization
- Intervention Planning
- Progress Monitoring
- IEP development
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Interventionist
Pickens County School District
07.2022 - 07.2024
Teacher
Pickens County Schools
07.2014 - 07.2024
Teacher
Saint Lucie County School Board
08.2004 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Atlantic University
Specialist of Education - Advanced Curriculum Studies
Augusta University
Master of Science - Education
Kennesaw State University
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