Tamara Chulyak
Summary
Innovative educator with over 20 years of experience in teaching, tutoring, and supervision dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in education. I leverage strong technical abilities to create dynamic and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Administrator
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Planned, developed, and supervised comprehensive education programs with 60 education staff and over 2000 students.
- Assisted in budget preparation, grant application consultations, and conducted program assessments.
- Established a comprehensive strategic plan to improve student outcomes.
- Facilitated professional learning communities utilizing data to develop student learning goals.
- Guided school through the WASC self-study process, resulting in six-year accreditation.
- Implemented student retention initiatives by identifying at-risk students, providing targeted resources, and creating action plans for academic progress.
- Evaluated teacher performance regularly through classroom observations, feedback sessions, goal-setting discussions to drive professional growth among educators.
Teacher - High School
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.2012 - 02.2020
- Provided instruction in academic subjects to incarcerated persons specific to high school diploma and GED preparation, and facilitated on-site and distance learning college programs.
- Partnered with an interdisciplinary treatment team of custody staff and medical/mental health clinicians to develop individualized rehabilitative treatment plans.
- Collaborated as a member of the WASC accreditation self-study Leadership Team.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Teacher - Grade 6
Cole Middle School
08.2011 - 11.2012
- Differentiated instruction for all students through use of learning centers, small groups and individual projects..
- Planned and executed all lesson objectives for Science, Health, Math, Literacy, and Social Studies.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication to support student success both inside and outside the classroom.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented project-based learning activities, encouraging critical thinking skills and fostering creativity among students.
Teacher - High School
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
12.2006 - 03.2010
- Provided instruction in academic subjects to incarcerated persons specific to Adult Basic Education (0.0 - 4.0 grade equivalent).
- Partnered with an interdisciplinary treatment team of custody staff and medical/mental health clinicians to develop individualized rehabilitative treatment plans.
- Collaborated as a member of the WASC accreditation self-study Leadership Team.
- Participated in institution-wide Safety Committee.
- Worked cooperatively in Professional Learning Communities to help students reach learning objectives.
- Utilized curricular assessments that measured student progress; continuously used formative and summarize assessment data to refine curriculum and instruction.
Teacher - Grade 7
Carden School
08.2004 - 08.2006
- Created culturally responsive differentiated lessons in a self-contained seventh-grade classroom, accounting for the neuro-diversity of the student.
- Provide students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress.
- Organized classroom systems and procedures to ensure active student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Facilitated presentations to engage families in their child's education, such as Back to School Night, Open House, Science Fair, Classroom Meetings, Field Trips, and Graduation.
Education
Educational Administration
National University
Crosscultural, Language, And Academic Development
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- At-Risk Student Intervention
- Collaborative Learning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Strong Work Ethic
- Project Management
- Fiscal Management
- Crisis Management
- Attention to Detail
Certification
Administrative Services Credential
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
CLAD Certificate
Timeline
Education Administrator
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
02.2020 - 05.2024
Teacher - High School
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
11.2012 - 02.2020
Teacher - Grade 6
Cole Middle School
08.2011 - 11.2012
Teacher - High School
California Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation
12.2006 - 03.2010
Teacher - Grade 7
Carden School
08.2004 - 08.2006
Educational Administration
National University
Crosscultural, Language, And Academic Development
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Montana State University
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