Professional Summary
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Work History
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Tami Taylor

Sarasota County Schools
ZEPHYRHILLS,FL
22
years of professional experience

Dynamic educational professional known for developing instructional strategies that drive student engagement and improve learning outcomes. Expertise in collaboration, problem-solving, and data analysis ensures effective support for school libraries and academic growth.

Work History

District Media Specialist

3 Years 9 Months
Sarasota County Schools | 08.2022 - 05.2026
  • Supported 14 school libraries and the library technicians who worked there
  • Collaborated with school administrators and staff
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library collections based on careful analysis of student needs

Instructional Facilitator

3 Years
Sarasota County Schools | 08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Developed and implemented instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to design curriculum materials aligned with state standards and best practices.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops, promoting innovative teaching methodologies among staff members.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and drive targeted interventions.
  • Mentored novice educators, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management skills.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations to support educational initiatives and resource sharing.

Elementary Resource Teacher

4 Years
Sarasota County Schools | 08.2015 - 08.2019
  • Implemented targeted interventions to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues, students, administrators and families to support and promote academic growth in students grades K-5.
  • Provided targeted interventions to improve student literacy and numeracy skills.

Teacher

11 Years
Sarasota County Schools | 08.2004 - 08.2015
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted student participation and collaboration.
  • Mentored new teachers on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated multiple subjects.
  • Analyzed student data to identify areas for improvement and tailored instruction accordingly.

Education

Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership

Argosy University | Sarasota, FL | 01-2009

Master of Arts - Elementary Education/Language Arts

University of South Florida | Sarasota, FL | 05-1993

Bachelor of Science - Library Science

Lock Haven University | Lock Haven, PA | 05-1985

Skills

Workflow optimization
Organizational skills
Continuous improvement
Team collaboration
Customer service
Literacy development
Attention to detail
Time management
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

District Media Specialist

Sarasota County Schools
08.2022 - 05.2026Read More

Instructional Facilitator

Sarasota County Schools
08.2019 - 08.2022Read More

Elementary Resource Teacher

Sarasota County Schools
08.2015 - 08.2019Read More

Teacher

Sarasota County Schools
08.2004 - 08.2015Read More

Argosy University

Educational Specialist from Educational Leadership
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University of South Florida

Master of Arts from Elementary Education/Language Arts
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Lock Haven University

Bachelor of Science from Library Science
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Tami Taylor