Tammy Espinoza
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Motivated and innovative educator with 5+ years of experience in teaching using pedagogical methods for strategic lesson planning. Committed to supporting institutional mission and values while maintaining current knowledge and a flexible approach to teaching sociology. Strong communicator adept at breaking down complex information, facilitating classroom discussions, assessing student performance, and implementing focused development programs. Adaptable in diverse educational environments, experienced with students with unique needs and disabilities, and dedicated to providing a cultivating atmosphere for students. Eager to deliver engaging lessons and activities to diverse student populations using creative approaches to foster understanding and comprehension.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Substitute Teacher
Paradise Valley/Deer Valley Unified School Districts
2019.08 - Current
- Implemented all functions of a certified teacher, including planning curriculum for Pre-K to 12th grade
- Served as a long-term substitute for students with individual education programs and disabilities
- Administered and reviewed exams and assessments
- Facilitated large and small group classroom discussions
- Trained in teaching diverse classroom settings
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University
2019.03 - 2019.05
- Assisted in teaching online undergraduate Sociology 315 (Courtship and Marriage) course
- Offered insights for strategic lesson planning.
- Supported faculty members with administrative tasks, including grading papers and holding office hours for student support.
- Nurtured a positive learning environment and provided continuous positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on assignments.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, setting boundaries, and maintaining a consistent routine.
- Ensured compliance with university policies regarding academic integrity by closely monitoring student work for plagiarism or other forms of cheating.
Education
Ph.D. - Ph.D. in General Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona01.2024
Master of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Glendale, Arizona04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe05.2019
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Facilitating discussions
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Organizational abilities
- Online Teaching Tools
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and written communication
Additional Information
Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card, Volunteered with Department of Economic Security (Arizona young adult program) from 2010-2011
Honors And Affiliations
Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, 01/2023, Present
Timeline
Certified Substitute Teacher
Paradise Valley/Deer Valley Unified School Districts
2019.08 - Current
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Arizona State University
2019.03 - 2019.05
Ph.D. - Ph.D. in General Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Arizona State University
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