Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline

Tamara O'Connor

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Experienced in developing age-appropriate curriculum and fostering nurturing classroom environments. Utilizes creative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Professional educator with a proven track record in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environments. Showcases strong skills in classroom management, curriculum planning, and student assessment. Qualified teacher with a strong background in early childhood education. Successfully implements creative lesson plans and activities that promote cognitive and social development. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and collaborate with colleagues to achieve educational goals. Known for adaptability to changing needs and reliability as a team player.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

1st Grade Teacher

Eduprize
07.2022 - Current
  • Professional Development in Education
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students made progress towards academic goals.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need for individual students and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
  • Assessed student progress regularly using formative assessments and modified instruction accordingly for optimal growth.

K-2 Online Teacher

Self-Development Academy
08.2020 - 01.2022
  • Professional Development in Education
  • Implemented innovative strategies for assessing students'' progress, resulting in improved academic performance across the board.
  • Taught students about reading and math with passion and enthusiasm, inspiring achievement and successful pursuit.
  • Wrote tests with fairness and rigor, tailoring to focus on key unit objectives and essential concepts.
  • Mentored new teachers on best practices for online instruction, contributing to a cohesive work environment and an effective teaching team.

2nd Grade Teacher

Challenger Basic School
08.2016 - 05.2020
  • Professional Development in Education
  • Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Principal intern -Present student performance data analysis to the staff . Assist staff in aligning curriculum, instruction, and assessment with state learning goals. Participate in observation, coaching and supervision of staff. Plan and lead staff development activities related to the school action plan.

Janitorial Company Owner

A Cleaner Tomorrow
01.2007 - 01.2017


  • Maximized profits by negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials and services.
  • Managed daily operations efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards in all aspects of the business.
  • Hired, trained and managed staff to cultivate productive and efficient workforce.

6th Grade Teacher

Athlos Traditional
07.2014 - 06.2015
  • Professional Development in Education
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, ensuring all students had access to appropriate materials and resources.
  • Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.

6th Grade Teacher

Noah Webster Basic School
08.2001 - 05.2010
  • Professional Development in Education
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on classroom management techniques.
  • Reduced behavioral issues in the classroom by implementing consistent disciplinary strategies and maintaining a positive learning environment.
  • Built strong relationships with students, parents, and staff to foster a supportive school community.
  • Led parent-teacher conferences effectively, discussing student performance openly while maintaining sensitivity towards individual family situations.
  • Organized field trips and guest speakers to supplement classroom instruction and expose students to real-world applications of course content.
  • Implemented inquiry-based learning strategies in the classroom, encouraging critical thinking skills among students through open-ended questions and problem-solving tasks.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, integrating cross-curricular concepts into lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
  • Actively participated in school-wide committees focused on improving overall campus culture, fostering collaboration between educators for enhanced student experiences.
  • Developed data-driven instructional strategies to address individual student needs and improve academic outcomes.

Education

Master of Educational Leadership -

ASU, Tempe, AZ
01.2019
  • Dean's List 2017-2019
  • 4.0 GPA

Bachelor of Elementary Education - Elementary Education

ASU, Tempe, AZ
01.1999

Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society Member

  • Dean's List - 1997-1999

Associates of Arts -

MCC, Mesa, AZ
01.1997

Skills

  • K-6 elementary certification
  • Instructional planning using diverse teaching aids
  • Organizational system management
  • Apply learning modality principles in instructional design
  • Facilitate inter-grade activities
  • Utilize technology in curriculum development
  • Effective classroom management
  • Phonics instruction
  • Organizational skills
  • Strategic relationship development

Accomplishments

  • Reached out to community to gather donations of materials and supplies for needy students and families
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of new staff members to teach classroom management skills.

Certification

  • AZ State Elementary Education. 2014
  • Az Principal's Certificate, 2019

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Interests

  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Fundraising Events
  • Volunteer Work
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Homelessness Outreach

Timeline

1st Grade Teacher - Eduprize
07.2022 - Current
K-2 Online Teacher - Self-Development Academy
08.2020 - 01.2022
2nd Grade Teacher - Challenger Basic School
08.2016 - 05.2020
6th Grade Teacher - Athlos Traditional
07.2014 - 06.2015
Janitorial Company Owner - A Cleaner Tomorrow
01.2007 - 01.2017
6th Grade Teacher - Noah Webster Basic School
08.2001 - 05.2010
ASU - Master of Educational Leadership,
ASU - Bachelor of Elementary Education, Elementary Education
MCC - Associates of Arts,