Tammy P. Eason
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Resourceful and innovative collaborator and trainer with 16 years of experience in curriculum development for a wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Media Specialist
Highland School Of Technology
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated weekly with teachers by scheduling use of makerspace areas and procuring resources.
- Facilitated daily brainstorming sessions with students to generate creative ideas for school's Facebook.
- Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Designed icons and animations that were used in print and digital marketing campaigns.
- Utilized Canva Pro to edit, mix and master audio and video for presentations.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Integrated instructional technologies to collaborate with teachers and students.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors, finalized inventory with 100% accuracy.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Created and produced senior video for graduating class.
Career Development Coordinator/School Testing Coordinator
Harper Middle College High School
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Administered Naviance career and personality assessments to 100% of 11th grade students to help determine career cluster and career interest matching.
- Interpreted results of assessments for students and developed career action plans based on assessment results.
- Mentored English Second Language students for ARISE program.
- Planned and implemented testing training for all staff administrators and proctors.
- Tested all training software and hardware prior to commencing training programs.
- Advertised district initiated internship programs, resulting in placement of 18 interns within one year.
- Created training programs for students on communication, presentation, interview, resume writing and networking skills.
- Planned and implemented staff in-service training to prepare for state and federal testing.
- Conferred and resolved testing-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 190 students and 6 teachers
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Media Specialist
Mecklenburg Areas Catholic Schools - St. Mark
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as teacher/librarian providing weekly literacy and research instruction utilizing different types of media.
- Maintained and managed library collection to meet school community's needs.
- Conducted and facilitated book fairs and events to promote library.
- Organized and trained volunteers to assist in facilitating library services.
- Collaborated with various departments to support grade-level instructional goals by utilizing current multimedia resources,
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
- Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.
- Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Incorporated library services into lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
Admissions Specialist - Seasonal Academic Advisor
Gaston College
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted prospective student in completing college admissions process.
- Collaborated with marketing department to reinstate Live Chat feature on Admissions webpage.
- Maintained and communicated with students via Admissions Live Chat feature, improving FTEs by 8%.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Gathered necessary paperwork and applications for students to initiate enrollment process.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Assisted with college tours for group visits from high schools.
Media Specialist - Part Time
Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools - OLA
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Served as lead provider of library instruction to preschool - 8th grade students.
- Collaborated with teachers, staff, administration, parent/guardians, and community to promote student achievement through literacy.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Enhanced student learning by creating cross-curricular lesson plans.
- Created engaging curriculum-based lessons utilizing makerspace tools and technology.
- Planned and implemented school-wide "Lunch with a Love One" event to promote yearly book fair.
- Utilized current library trends to maintain library collection that aligned with curriculum and current learning strategies.
Media Specialist
Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools - St. Michael
11.2008 - 06.2019
- Encouraged reading, information literacy skills and information resources through book clubs and reading programs.
- Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
- Developed and executed yearly budgets to purchase yearly acquisition of books, periodicals, supplies and computer software and hardware.
- Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
- Incorporated library services into weekly lessons while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Collected and analyzed statistics on program data and usage using Excel.
Computer/Accounting/Psychology Teacher
Gaston Christian School
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Created, planned, and introduced accounting, computer, and psychology lessons for students in grades 9 to 12.
- Established engaging classroom utilizing a variety of instructional styles and hands-on activities to accommodate differentiation,
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Offered supplemental and individualized instruction for at-risk and struggling students.
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed.
Adjunct Office Systems Technology Instructor
Cleveland Community College
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Designed, planned, and implemented office management, communication, workplace ethics, and business grammar instruction for college students.
- Enhanced student engagement by creating strategies that maintained collaborative learning classroom environment.
- Managed and evaluated students' work while effectively complying with all college documentation and record-keeping policies.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
Education
Master of Library And Information Science - Library Science
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NCMaster of Arts in Teaching - Business Education
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SCBachelor of Science - Business Administration-Concentration in Marketing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Curriculum Development
- Microsoft Office
- Canvas LMS
- Microsoft Teams
- Team Collaboration
- Student Support
- Google Apps
- Canva Pro
- Google Classroom
- Online Content Development
- Instructional Design
- Website upkeep
- Social media
Certification
- Licensed Professional Educator - State of North Carolina School Counseling (K-12)
Business and Information Technology (6-12) Media Coordinator (K-12)
Timeline
Media Specialist
Highland School Of Technology
11.2022 - 06.2023
Career Development Coordinator/School Testing Coordinator
Harper Middle College High School
01.2021 - 11.2022
Media Specialist
Mecklenburg Areas Catholic Schools - St. Mark
08.2020 - 01.2021
Admissions Specialist - Seasonal Academic Advisor
Gaston College
11.2019 - 07.2020
Media Specialist - Part Time
Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools - OLA
08.2018 - 01.2020
Media Specialist
Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools - St. Michael
11.2008 - 06.2019
Computer/Accounting/Psychology Teacher
Gaston Christian School
08.2006 - 06.2008
Adjunct Office Systems Technology Instructor
Cleveland Community College
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Licensed Professional Educator - State of North Carolina School Counseling (K-12)
Business and Information Technology (6-12) Media Coordinator (K-12)
Master of Library And Information Science - Library Science
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Master of Arts in Teaching - Business Education
Winthrop University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration-Concentration in Marketing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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