Tamara Davis
Russellville,AR
Summary
Distinguished as a Kindergarten Teacher at Dardanelle School District, I enhanced student literacy and math understanding through Science of Reading and hands-on activities. Specializing in dyslexia with a focus on individualized and small group tutoring, I fostered significant academic and social-emotional growth, leveraging multisensory instruction and collaborative problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Dardanelle School District
102 S Front Street
09.2020 - Current
- Improved student reading skills by implementing Science of Reading instruction and phonics-based activities.
- Boosted students' understanding of math concepts with use of hands-on learning tools and activities.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving educational standards and best practices, ensuring high-quality education.
- Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Articulated fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in the classroom environment.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
Early Literacy Tutor
Dardanelle School District
Dardanelle Primary School
06.2020 - Current
- Enhanced early literacy skills by implementing engaging and interactive literacy sessions.
- Implemented research-based strategies for improving early childhood literacy skills across diverse populations.
- Managed small group instruction effectively, ensuring personalized attention for each child's development.
- Participated in Science of Reading professional development opportunities to stay current on emerging trends in the field of dyslexia.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting instructional strategies to meet unique needs and goals.
- Boosted children's confidence in reading abilities by offering consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
Education
Master of Arts - Reading - Reading
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR12-2021
Certificate of Dyslexia - Dyslexia
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2020
Master of Arts - Teaching (MAT) - Teaching
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Utah State University
Logan, UTSkills
- Science of Reading Expertise
- Dyslexia Specialist Endorsement
- Multisensory Instruction Techniques
- Individual Literacy Tutoring
Certification
- Teacher's License - Arkansas Board of Education.
- Reading Specialist Certification - Masters Degree
- Dyslexia Specialist Certification - Broad understanding of dyslexia spectrum and experience in techniques to support students with indicators of dyslexia.
- International Literacy Association Member
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Dardanelle School District
09.2020 - Current
Early Literacy Tutor
Dardanelle School District
06.2020 - Current
Master of Arts - Reading - Reading
Arkansas Tech University
Certificate of Dyslexia - Dyslexia
Arkansas Tech University
Master of Arts - Teaching (MAT) - Teaching
Arkansas Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Utah State University