Heather Tate

Teacher and Adjunct Professor with 10 years of higher-education experience and over 20 years in K–12 education. Skilled in data-driven instruction, student engagement, intervention strategies, and mentoring preservice teachers through the edTPA. Proven ability to support diverse learners, including ESL students, while fostering collaborative and inclusive classroom environments.

Adjunct Professor - Greenville University - Greenville, IL

(2015-08)

• Develop and teach undergraduate coursework focused on evidence-based teaching practices.
• Mentor and support teacher candidates through the edTPA process.
• Teach courses including Clinical Practicum, Corrective Reading, Teaching Elementary Social Studies, Educational Measurement & Evaluation, and Teaching Elementary Reading.

Teacher - Centralia City Schools - Centralia, IL

(1998-08)

• Implement data-driven instruction leading to measurable student growth, including ESL learners.
• Analyze performance data to design targeted interventions and improve learning outcomes.
• Foster supportive, collaborative classroom environments to enhance student engagement.
• Utilize creative, research-based strategies to address diverse learning needs.
• Taught 1st, 4th, and 7th grades.

M.A. - Reading Specialist - Greenville University (2011 - 2012)

B.S. - Education - Southern Illinois University–Carbondale (1994 - 1996)