Tammy Forrest
Porter,TX
Summary
Experienced educator and instructional coach with a passion for empowering students to reach their full potential. Background in curriculum development and personalized learning strategies. Strives to create engaging and inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued and supported.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Teacher Specialist
Houston ISD
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Addressed systematic issues with math curriculum and instruction by collaborating with colleagues.
- Cultivated positive relationships teachers and students
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse needs of students and teachers
Consultant
Safal Partners for the Texas Education Agency's Resource Review
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided recommendations for modification or improvement of reading curriculum for TEA approval.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
8th Grade Science and STEM Teacher
Huffman ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Remote Scorer- Extended Response Project
Pearson
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Graded constructed responses on STAAR tests based on scoring rubric.
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
K-5 Instructional Coach (all Subjects)
New Caney ISD
08.2017 - 05.2023
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Modeled reading and math lessons for daily or weekly instruction.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Planned and implemented lessons utilizing variety of teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
K-5 Instructional Coach (Math & Science)
Dayton ISD
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Assessed students through diagnostic tests, in addition to formative and summative data.
Interventionist & Lab Facilitator
Dayton ISD
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Taught science to small groups.
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
5th Grade Science & Writing Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction and remained current with latest professional and scientific developments.
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
4th Grade Math & Science Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Provided meaningful math and science instruction to children.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
1st Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2005 - 05.2010
- Taught core subjects of math, science, reading and social studies.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
Education
Research Experience for Teachers -
Rice University
Houston01.2014
Rice Elementary Model Science Lab (REMSL) -
Rice University
Houston01.2013
Bachelor of Science -
Lamar University
Beaumont05.2003
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Meeting facilitation
- Purchase order preparation
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Performance monitoring
- Spreadsheet development
- Background in instructional planning
- Goal-oriented and ambitious
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Content expertise
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- EC-4 Generalist
- 4-8 Generalist
- EC-8 ESL Supplemental
Professional Development
- TTESS Certified Appraiser
- Advancing Educator Leadership (AEL)
- Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)
- Gifted & Talented Training and Campus Coordinator
- Science Teachers Association of Texas CAST Conference
Timeline
Math Teacher Specialist
Houston ISD
08.2024 - 11.2024
Consultant
Safal Partners for the Texas Education Agency's Resource Review
06.2024 - 10.2024
8th Grade Science and STEM Teacher
Huffman ISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
Remote Scorer- Extended Response Project
Pearson
04.2023 - 06.2023
K-5 Instructional Coach (all Subjects)
New Caney ISD
08.2017 - 05.2023
K-5 Instructional Coach (Math & Science)
Dayton ISD
08.2014 - 05.2017
Interventionist & Lab Facilitator
Dayton ISD
08.2012 - 05.2014
5th Grade Science & Writing Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2011 - 05.2012
4th Grade Math & Science Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
1st Grade Self-Contained Teacher
Dayton ISD
08.2005 - 05.2010
- EC-4 Generalist
- 4-8 Generalist
- EC-8 ESL Supplemental
Research Experience for Teachers -
Rice University
Rice Elementary Model Science Lab (REMSL) -
Rice University
Bachelor of Science -
Lamar University
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