Tara Verslues

Tara Verslues 2026

Literacy Coach

Heart of Missouri Regional Professional Development Center (RPDC)

Biography

Tara Verslues is a Literacy Coach for the Heart of Missouri RPDC. She is a former elementary teacher and reading interventionist. Tara has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Lincoln University, as well as a master's degree in Elementary Education from Lincoln University. 
   

As a Literacy Coach, Tara facilitates LETRS and Aspire trainings throughout the Heart of Missouri Region. She also provides coaching, implementing DESE's Coaching for Success model and supports schools in the Heart of Missouri region with their work around Reading Success Plans.