Tamara Tamez
Irving,Tx
Summary
Enthusiastic professional seeking an environment committed to helping students reach their full academic and social potential by embracing a relationship -based and content rich learning environment that is both exciting and innovative.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IB Spanish Teacher Language B/AP Spanish Level 2,3,4&5
Uplift Summit International Preparatory
Arlington , TX
2018.02 - Current
Developed and implemented interesting interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials. Routinely met with students and parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions. Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on students needs. Teach Spanish Level 3, AP Spanish 4 and SL/SL to grades 11-12.
Teacher/Spanish
Lewisville ISD
Flower Mound , Texas
2016.08 - 2016.02
Demonstrated classroom management skills.Promoted character development among students.Implemented variety of instructional techniques to address multiple learning styles.Developed alternative assessments, communicative activities, and games.Evaluated and communicated student progress.
Vice Principal/Department Chair/AP Spanish Teacher
Irving ISD
Irving , Texas
2011.08 - 2015.09
Oversee ELAR/Social Studies department (16 teachers), PEIMS, ARDs, 504s, SSP, & LPACs,RTI, coordinated all daily substitute teachers as well as all discipline related to 6th grade students.
Coordinator of the World Languages department and an advocate for the mission of the department to the administration.
Served as a mentor and facilitator for the faculty as they carry out their mission to educate students in Irving ISD.
Acted as an administrator of the department in accomplishing necessary managerial tasks set for by the Principal and Administrative Team.
Spanish instructor with 7 years of experience teaching a communicative approach to Spanish with an integration of grammar and culture, utilizing ACTFL Standards, Texas TEKS standards coupled with a variety of instructional and technological aids in order to help bring students to a high level of proficiency.
AP Spanish Teacher Level 4 and Native Speakers
Ft.Worth ISD
Ft. Worth , Texas
2009.08 - 2011.07
Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions.Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.Used variety of teaching techniques to encourage student critical thinking and discussion.Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 30Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention. Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty.
Teacher of ELAR and Social Studies M.S.
Diocese of Dallas/Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Dallas , Texas
2008.09 - 2009.07
Teacher of record for social studies and English grammar 6-8th grade students. Implemented after school tutoring, program for improvement of English grammar skills. Worked with students for whom English was second language, promote the fluency of English in writing and reading as it applies to the established curriculum. Fluent in Spanish. Implemented positive discipline plan which promoted student responsibility, problem solving skills and accountability.
Relationship Manager
Citibank, NA
Dallas , Texas
2006.08 - 2008.07
Effectively mentored and trained a Team of
7 Financial Centers: bankers and tellers in the areas of new client development
and product comprehension. Developed client focus sales proposals, which landed
107 new clients to already existing portfolio. Diligent in providing weekly and
monthly production report and proactively managed and updated Citibank’s
interactive sales reporting tool. Consistently reported sales progress to
Regional Sales Manager and National Sales Director.
Small Business Relationship Manager
JP Morgan Chase
Irving , Texas
2005.02 - 2006.07
Responsible for retaining and deepening
banking relationships with existing customers. Acquired new clients
through active cold calling and approached existing clients to solicit business
referrals and also by calling on targeted prospects. Closed more than 2 million
in personal, mortgage and business loans in less than 5 months.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Texas A&M Commerce
2016
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Texas A&M Commerce
2015
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Spanish Literature
Virginia Wesleyan College
Skills
- TEKS-Centric
- Written and Oral Communication
- Completion of Classroom Observations
- Differentiated Instruction Model
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Principal Certification/State of Texas
- State of Texas Certification in Foreign language Spanish EC 6-12
- PBIS – Behavioral School improvement committee
- Behavior modification
- Creative lesson plan development
- Effectively work with parents
- Experience working special needs students
- Management Trainer
- Curriculum Writer
- Small Business Sales & Development Training
- Collaborative Learning
- Deconstruction of TEKS
- Strong Work Ethic
- Use of Higher Order Thinking Questioning
- Campus Testing Coordinator
- Professional Learning Communities
- Experienced in the 7 Correlates of Effective Schools
- AP Teacher Certified in Advance Spanish Level 4 and 5
- CPI – Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certified
- AVID Trained and Certified
- PDAS and ILD Certified
- Positive atmosphere promotion
- Masters of Educational Leadership.
- Account Management Systems
- Leadership & Team Building
Accomplishments
•Proactive and creative problem solver that is ready to coordinate a multitude of task and programs.
•Experience in a diverse, Title I campus with knowledge of mentoring students to reach their academic success.
•Balances quantitative data collection and analysis with collaboration in order to reach campus goals.
•Strong interpersonal skills allow development of strong lasting relationships with all members of the school community.
•Excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
•Ability to exercise good judgment in decision making.
•Knowledge in the selection, training, and supervision of personnel.
•Facilitate state and local testing programs.
•Implement and manage the schools' discipline management program.
•Supervise teachers and staff during evening/weekend events as assigned.
•Knowledge of laws, rules, procedures, and programs specifically related to the operation of school in Texas.
Certification
Secondary Certification in Spanish (6-12), current
Bilingual Education Supplemental (6-12), current
Probationary Texas Principal Certification (K-12), 2014 - present
Community Involvement
PBISM Behavioral Management Team Member – Nimitz HS
PTA Administrative Liaison Bowie MS
District Member of the AAAC – Advance Academics Advisory Council
Legislative Chair – PTA Nimitz HS
District President – Irving Association for the Gifted and Talented
Curriculum writer – Spanish all Levels
Member of National Society of Leadership and Success – Texas Commerce Chapter
TAGT – Advocacy Committee, 2015
District Member of the Gifted and Talented Advising Committee to re-develop compliance state requirements.
Building Coordinator - Nimitz High School Advance Academics and Gifted classes
Building Committee Member for AVID
Committee Member of the Viking Read Literacy Initiative Campaign
World Languages Chairperson/Principals Leadership Team– Nimitz HS
District Strategic 5 year Plan Committee – Topic: Organizational Capacity
Sponsor – Ballet Folklorico, Latino StandUP/Nimitz HS
SHAC – School Health Advocacy Committee
Affiliations
Member, Texas Association for the Gifted and Talented
Timeline
IB Spanish Teacher Language B/AP Spanish Level 2,3,4&5
Uplift Summit International Preparatory
2018.02 - Current
Teacher/Spanish
Lewisville ISD
2016.08 - 2016.02
Vice Principal/Department Chair/AP Spanish Teacher
Irving ISD
2011.08 - 2015.09
AP Spanish Teacher Level 4 and Native Speakers
Ft.Worth ISD
2009.08 - 2011.07
Teacher of ELAR and Social Studies M.S.
Diocese of Dallas/Our Lady of Perpetual Help
2008.09 - 2009.07
Relationship Manager
Citibank, NA
2006.08 - 2008.07
Small Business Relationship Manager
JP Morgan Chase
2005.02 - 2006.07
Master of Science - Educational Technology
Texas A&M Commerce
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Texas A&M Commerce
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Spanish Literature
Virginia Wesleyan College
Secondary Certification in Spanish (6-12), current
Bilingual Education Supplemental (6-12), current
Probationary Texas Principal Certification (K-12), 2014 - present
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