Tammy Barnes
High School English Teacher
Chickamauga,GA
Summary
I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I am decisive, practical and strategic in leading operations and teams. I am willing and ready to help my team achieve goals. I am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a full-time part-time position. I have the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. I can adept at identifying optimal curricula, developing lesson plans and aligning instruction with current learning goals. I am a good planner, problem-solver and analytical leader with strong attention to detail and sound judgment focused on continuous improvement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
6th and 7th Grade English/Reading Teacher
Walker County Board Of Education
Lafayette, GA
08.1985 - 08.1988
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Provided tutoring and after school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Supervised test taking and graded papers.
- Contacted parents to discuss student progress and notify about class issues.
- Supervised small reading groups of students.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
- Freshman Cheer Coach
6th and 7th Grade ELA, Reading, and Math Teacher
Walker County Board Of Education
Lafayette, GA
08.1998 - 08.2005
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in academics.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
9th &10th Regular, Honors, and Special Ed Teacher
Walker County Board Of Education
Lafayette, GA
08.2005 - 08.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet diverse needs of high school students.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Basketball Cheer Coach
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle Leader
- 9th Grade English Curriculum Committee Leader
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Online Facilitator
Walker County Board Of Education
Lafayette, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 100+ students.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Designed or used assessments to monitor student learning outcomes.
- Developed partnerships with parents and students in order to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes Huddle Leader
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching And Learning
01.2013 - 11.2014
- 4.0 GPA
Bachelor of Arts - Education - Secondary Education English
01.1982 - 08.1985
- 3.7 GPA
- Certification: Reading Endorsement
- Certification: Special Education
Skills
Remote learning
undefinedCertification
Special Ed General Curriculum
Hobbies
I enjoy spending time with my family, especially time playing with my grand daughter, planting flowers and gardening. reading books, playing with my dog, and swimming in my pool. I also enjoy attending church and participating in church activities.
Timeline
Online Facilitator - Walker County Board Of Education
08.2022 - Current
Special Ed General Curriculum
01-2014
Nova Southeastern University - Master of Arts, Teaching And Learning
01.2013 - 11.2014
Reading Endorsement
06-2009
9th &10th Regular, Honors, and Special Ed Teacher - Walker County Board Of Education
08.2005 - 08.2022
6th and 7th Grade ELA, Reading, and Math Teacher - Walker County Board Of Education
08.1998 - 08.2005
6th and 7th Grade English/Reading Teacher - Walker County Board Of Education
08.1985 - 08.1988
English (6-12)
08-1985
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga - Bachelor of Arts, Education - Secondary Education English
01.1982 - 08.1985
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