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Tammy Torain-McNeil
Educator
Mebane,NC
Summary
Dynamic English/Social Studies Teacher with a proven track record at Josephine Dobbs Early College @ NCCU, enhancing student motivation and reading comprehension by 30%. Expert in lesson planning and classroom management, I excel in fostering student-centered learning and team collaboration. Skilled in adapting to diverse learning styles, I have significantly contributed to curriculum development and interdisciplinary teaching.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Guilford County School System - Jackson Middle
09.2017 - 06.2023
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and collaboration on student progress.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on lesson planning and classroom management.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering interdisciplinary connections for students.
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, aligning curriculum with state standards and district goals.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that incorporated diverse perspectives, promoting cultural awareness among students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clearly-defined expectations for behavior.
- Developed creative assessments that allowed students to demonstrate understanding in multiple ways.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic.
- Integrated real-world examples into lessons to make content relevant and relatable for students.
- Assessed student performance through varied methods, providing constructive feedback to support individual growth.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or tutoring sessions to provide additional support for student success.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
English Teacher
Alamance Burlington Early College
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of need and implement targeted strategies for improvement.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension with tailored literature assignments.
- Fostered love for reading by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and authors.
- Contributed to development of school's English curriculum, ensuring it met learning objectives and standards.
- Created inclusive classroom environment, fostering respect and mutual understanding among students of diverse backgrounds.
- Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated student-led discussions, encouraging critical thinking and effective communication skills.
- Increased students' test scores with strategic review sessions and personalized feedback.
- Coordinated with school's special education team to adapt lessons for students with learning differences, ensuring inclusive learning environment.
- Promoted critical analysis and interpretation skills through in-depth discussions of literary works.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
English Teacher
Durham Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2014
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.
- Mentored new teachers within the department, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension with tailored literature assignments.
- Facilitated student-led discussions, encouraging critical thinking and effective communication skills.
- Promoted critical analysis and interpretation skills through in-depth discussions of literary works.
English/Social Studies Teacher
Josephine Dobbs Early College @ NCCU
08.1998 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans that connected social studies content to other subject areas.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials tailored to individual learning styles.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Tailored instruction to accommodate different learning styles, thereby supporting individual student growth.
- Fostered inclusive classroom atmosphere that respected and celebrated cultural differences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular themes, enriching educational experience.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Education
Master of Arts - English And History Education
Wake Forest University
Winston-salem, NCBachelor of Arts - English And History Education
Elon College
Elon, NCSkills
- Student Motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Reading Comprehension
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Creative and Expository Writing
- Vocabulary expansion
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of team-building ans curriculum development.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
- Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureSoftware
Interests
Reading
Walking in the park
Research
Journaling
Certification
- Licensed North Carolina Educator - English and History Education
Timeline
English Teacher
Guilford County School System - Jackson Middle
09.2017 - 06.2023
English Teacher
Alamance Burlington Early College
08.2014 - 06.2017
English Teacher
Durham Public Schools
08.2007 - 06.2014
English/Social Studies Teacher
Josephine Dobbs Early College @ NCCU
08.1998 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - English And History Education
Wake Forest University
Bachelor of Arts - English And History Education
Elon College
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