Tamara Hunt-Bailey
Temple
Summary
Experienced educator with 34 years in classroom settings, including 27 years focused on 5th grade Math and Advanced Social Studies. Develops engaging, student-centered environments that enhance academic growth and critical thinking. Skilled in differentiated instruction, classroom management, and data-driven decision-making while collaborating effectively with colleagues and families to support diverse school communities.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Bruceville-Eddy ISD
Eddy
08.1999 - Current
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring sessions for struggling learners.
- Created interactive activities that encouraged student engagement in lessons.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
3rd Grade Math and Science Teacher
Temple ISD
Temple
08.1992 - 05.1999
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to promote inquiry-based learning among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects integrating science and other subjects.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-8)
University of Mary-Hardin Baylor
Belton, TX12-1991
Skills
- Teaching mathematics
- Mathematics instruction
- Social studies education
- assessment strategies
- Student assessment
- Standardized tests
- differentiated instruction
- classroom management
- behavior management
- tutoring coordination
- parent engagement
- effective communication
- problem solving
- critical thinking
- Growth mindset
- Positive reinforcement
- Group and individual instruction
- Empathy and patience
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Bruceville-Eddy ISD
08.1999 - Current
3rd Grade Math and Science Teacher
Temple ISD
08.1992 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education (1-8)
University of Mary-Hardin Baylor