Tamarra Nelson
Spokane
Summary
Dynamic Kindergarten Teacher and Coach with Spokane Public Schools District 81, skilled in curriculum development and classroom management. Proven ability to enhance student performance through tailored lesson planning and motivational techniques. Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting teamwork and individual skill development while ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher/Coach/Coaching Assistant
Spokane Public Schools District 81
Spokane
10.2013 - Current
- Organized sports equipment for practices and games.
- Assisted coaches in planning and organizing practice sessions.
- Communicated with parents regarding team policies, rules, regulations and updates on their child's progress.
- Helped athletes develop mental toughness through motivation techniques such as goal setting and visualization exercises.
- Assisted with the preparation of game plans and strategies.
- Tracked data related to team performance such as scores, statistics.
- Organized pre-game warmups for teams prior to competitions.
- Developed relationships with players to understand their needs better.
- Encouraged players to work hard while maintaining a fun atmosphere at practice sessions.
- Collaborated with other coaching staff members during training sessions.
- Created drills designed to help enhance speed, agility, coordination and strength.
- Monitored team performance during practices and games, providing feedback to the coach when necessary.
- Provided support to players by helping them improve their individual skills.
- Attended team meetings, took notes, and followed instructions from coaches.
- Notified head coach of problems with discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Aided in developing athletes at varying levels from beginner to elite.
- Developed practice plans tailored to individual needs as well as team development requirements.
- Established appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary according to established policies.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while supervising practices or competitions.
- Instructed players on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Fostered a positive and motivational environment to boost team morale and cohesion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06-2013
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA06-2008
Skills
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Child assessment
- Lesson planning
- Behavior intervention
- Parent communication
- Coaching strategies
- Skill development
- Positive reinforcement
- Activity organization
- Safety protocols
- Data tracking
- Motivational techniques
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher/Coach/Coaching Assistant
Spokane Public Schools District 81
10.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Eastern Washington University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Spokane Falls Community College
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