Years of Experience
Tami McDaniels
Professor of English
Luther,OK
Summary
Analytical English professor with outstanding analysis, critical thinking and writing skills. Friendly and personable with skill to stay organized and on top of important deadlines. Strong philosophy of classical teaching and knowledge of various methods to excite students about literature, language and communications.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Adjunct Professor of English
Oklahoma City Community College
01.2023 - Current
- Teach English Composition and companion courses and help students achieve their goals to be successful and attain college education.
- Enhance student comprehension by incorporating multimedia resources and real-world examples into lectures.
- Deliver clear, concise, and informative lectures on range of English composition topics, fostering enriching learning environment.
- Promote critical thinking skills through implementation of diverse discussion-based activities.
- Assess student progress regularly via forums, essays, and in-class discussions, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Mentor students one-on-one during office hours, addressing individual academic concerns and facilitating personal growth.
- Develop tailored lesson plans that catered to diverse learner abilities while maintaining high expectations for all students.
- Utilize innovative instructional strategies to actively engage students in learning process and promote academic excellence.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, participation, assessments, and grades using digital platforms for easy access by both students and administrators.
- Manage course websites and online discussion boards, fostering inclusive learning community beyond physical classroom space.
- Encourage participation by maintaining positive attitude and proactively engaging students in activities and lessons.
- Improve student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
Principal
Epic Charter Schools
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Served as instructional leader to ensure organizational goals were achieved and academic policies and procedures were followed
- Collaborated with peers, parents, and students regularly to resolve problems and develop strategies for teacher and student success
- Helped teachers, students, and parents navigate multiple learning platforms, curriculum options, schedules, graduation requirements, and technical issues
- Observed and evaluated teacher performance
- Enforced discipline when necessary
- Served as building testing coordinator during state testing to oversee administration of approximately 600 state tests.
- Stayed current with trainings and maintained accurate records.
- Enhanced school performance by implementing strategic plans and collaborating with fellow administrators.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Improved student outcomes by analyzing data and adjusting instructional practices accordingly.
Teacher
Epic Charter Schools
07.2016 - 07.2021
- Partnered with families to create personalized learning plans in alignment with OAS standards for students in grades PK-12.
- Utilized various online and offline methods to teach OAS standards and inspire 35-40 students to learn, meet their individual learning goals, and achieve success.
- Identified positive attributes and skills each student possessed and helped each student build upon their strengths.
- Collaborated with other teachers in online and offline platforms.
- Helped students and parents navigate multiple learning platforms, curriculum options, schedules, graduation requirements, and technical issues.
- Prepared and delivered presentations at professional learning conferences.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Promoted to principal.
Language Arts Teacher
Bridgestone Intermediate School
07.2013 - 01.2014
- Taught Language Arts/Reading to 75 sixth graders
- Created engaging weekly lesson plans/assessments in alignment with Common Core State Standards
- Collaborated with and assisted fellow teachers
- Maintained positive relations with all students, parents, teachers, and staff
- Kept accurate student records.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
Reading Interventionist
Western Heights Middle School
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Worked with low-performing students in small groups to help them improve specific reading skills,
- Analyzed assessment data to determine which students needed intervention.
- Coordinated after-school tutoring program for reading/math.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design tailored interventions for individual student needs, resulting in improved reading abilities.
Language Arts Teacher
Santa Fe South Middle School
07.2010 - 06.2011
- Taught English grammar and literature to 125 seventh graders
- Collaborated with and assisted fellow teachers
- Maintained positive relations with all students, parents, teachers, and staff
- Kept accurate student records.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly, leading to improved performance for struggling learners.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
Education
Master of Arts with Honors in English -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12.2016
Bachelor of Science in Spanish -
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK 12.2008
Skills
- Communication
- Class Management
- Community Building
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Multicultural Education
- Online Teaching
- Teaching Composition
Certification
Oklahoma Standard Teaching License, ENG 5-12, expires June 2025
Adult, Child and Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid, 06/26/2025
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of English
Oklahoma City Community College
01.2023 - Current
Principal
Epic Charter Schools
07.2021 - 07.2022
Teacher
Epic Charter Schools
07.2016 - 07.2021
Language Arts Teacher
Bridgestone Intermediate School
07.2013 - 01.2014
Reading Interventionist
Western Heights Middle School
12.2012 - 05.2013
Language Arts Teacher
Santa Fe South Middle School
07.2010 - 06.2011
Master of Arts with Honors in English -
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science in Spanish -
University of Central Oklahoma
Oklahoma Standard Teaching License, ENG 5-12, expires June 2025
Adult, Child and Infant, Pediatric CPR/AED & First Aid, 06/26/2025
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