A little bit about me...
I have experience working with multiple grade levels ranging from Kindergarten through 8th grade. I currently serve as Walker Middle School's reading coach. I am also teaching the 7th and 8th grade reading classes. I am responsible for working with all students and staff on strengthening reading strategies and progress monitor growth. Students may even see me in their science or social studies classes working on particular strategies. I am here to help all Walker students, staff, and adults at home in reading! Another responsibility I have, that I take much pride in, is assisting in RTI. RTI is Response To Intervention and involves identifying students not meeting grade-level expectations and working on interventions to help them meet those expectations. I have only ever taught at an International Baccalaureate School and thoroughly believe in the Programme.
Some non-work related things about me; I am originally from Queens, New York, which is the reason why I am a big sports fan (go Mets/Giants/Rangers :) )! I grew up in St. Petersburg, Florida and received my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education K-6 from St. Petersburg College. I have also received my endorsements in Reading and ESOL. I have a Master’s degree in Reading from Saint Leo University. In my free time, I enjoy READING, spending time with my family, and anything that involves water, especially boating, surfing, and fishing. I have a three year old daughter who is my everything! My philosophy about education is that every student has the ability to learn. I value the importance of being an educator and helping each student reach their full potential.
"“There is no such thing as a child who hates to read; there are only children who have not found the right book.”
― Frank Serafini
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: (813) 631-4726
Twitter: @WalkerIBHunter