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Tamara Spates Williams

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Accomplished educator with a track record of fostering student achievement and wellbeing at Parkway Christian Fellowship Kindergarten. Expert in social-emotional learning and classroom organization, adept at enhancing comprehension through diverse teaching methods. Proven ability to create inclusive, engaging learning environments, emphasizing critical thinking and cultural awareness.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

K-4 Teacher

Parkway Christian Fellowship Kindergarten
Birmingham, AL
08.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
  • Organized hands-on projects to enhance subject matter relevance and engage students in authentic learning experiences.
  • Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans and instructional strategies accordingly to promote optimal learning outcomes.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills in students by designing challenging activities that required problem-solving and logical reasoning abilities.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively through consistent enforcement of rules, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement strategies.

Infant Room Teacher

Einstein's Playground
Birmingham, AL
07.2016 - 08.2020
  • Created and executed lesson plans for 5 infants, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
  • Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
  • Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
  • Integrated music, art, and movement activities into daily lessons, offering diverse opportunities for creative expression among infants.
  • Boosted motor skill development with daily physical activities tailored to individual abilities and needs.
  • Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to strict health protocols and conducting regular safety checks on classroom equipment.

K-3 Teacher

Parkway Christian Fellowship Kindergarten
Birmingham, AL
08.2011 - 07.2016
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by encouraging students to ask questions and explore multiple solutions to problems.
  • Integrated multicultural perspectives into the curriculum to promote cultural awareness and inclusivity among students.
  • Managed a classroom of approximately twelve(12) students effectively with clear routines and procedures, creating a structured learning environment.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL

Skills

  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Health and safety practices
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Classroom organization

Timeline

K-4 Teacher

Parkway Christian Fellowship Kindergarten
08.2020 - Current

Infant Room Teacher

Einstein's Playground
07.2016 - 08.2020

K-3 Teacher

Parkway Christian Fellowship Kindergarten
08.2011 - 07.2016

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

Tuskegee University
Tamara Spates Williams