Hello from Coach Taneel
“A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. A goal broken down into steps becomes a plan. A plan backed by action makes your dreams come true.” - Greg S. Reid
Thank you for entrusting me to work with your student. I am passionate about helping kids, teens, and young adults set goals, make improvements and be successful. I love meeting students where they are and becoming their partner to help them learn how to accomplish more. As a teacher and a coach, there’s no better joy than watching students grow and flourish. I can’t wait to witness all the ways your student will evolve as we work together.
My Story
I am celebrating 25 years of teaching in Hillsborough County this year and 20+ years of tutoring and coaching. I am a proud graduate of the University of South Florida in Tampa where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership. In my time as a teacher, tutor and coach, I’ve had the privilege of working with students of varying abilities from elementary to college age. I’ve had extensive training and experience helping students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and those who struggle with Executive Function.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, specifically my college-age daughter, Peyton and my Australian Shepard, Piper. I love traveling with my long-time group of girlfriends, camping, boating, relaxing at the beach, and seeing live music. I am a fourth generation Tampa native and while I’m not huge sports fan, I do enjoy supporting my hometown “Champa Bay” teams and the USF Bulls! I grew up fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving in the Gulf of Mexico and the Florida Keys and love all local seafood and traditional Tampa cuisine. I also enjoy cooking, party planning, and entertaining.
At school my students call me Ms. Ziegler, but I like my coaching students to call me Taneel. I can’t wait to meet and get to know your student.