Tara Allen
Palm Harbor
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in educational program development and volunteer coordination. Skilled in effective communication and collaboration, contributing to successful project execution and community engagement initiatives that align with organizational vision. Dynamic food blogger with proven skills in content creation, SEO optimization, and community engagement. Developed compelling blog posts that increased readership and fostered audience interaction.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Blogger (Simply Made Dish)
Self Employed Web
Palm Harbor
10.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging content for food blog posts and social media platforms.
- Edited photos and videos to enhance the visual appeal of blog entries.
- Implemented SEO strategies to improve blog visibility and readership growth.
- Provided cooking tips and techniques for readers who are just starting out in their culinary journey.
- Conducted keyword research to identify target words and used results to plan and structure blogging.
- Created, wrote, and formatted weekly newsletters for both internal and external users.
Vice President of East Lake Theatre Boosters
Volunteer Work
Tarpon Springs
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed communication channels between staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Facilitated networking opportunities with other organizations to enhance collaboration efforts.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Oversaw budget allocation for various volunteer-driven projects and events.
Lead VPK Teacher
Sunshine Academy Daycare
Clearwater
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and development goals.
- Implemented educational programs aligned with state curriculum standards.
- Developed lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental needs.
Dental Front Office Receptionist
Main Street Dental
Irvington
09.2004 - 08.2006
- Managed patient records and maintained confidentiality standards.
- Verified insurance information and processed patient payments accurately.
- Answered phone calls promptly and addressed patient inquiries professionally.
Elementary School Teacher
Toronto District School Board
Toronto
09.1999 - 06.2001
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
Education
Elementary Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
Medaille University
Buffalo, NY06-1999
Bachelor of Arts - History
Bishop's University
Lennoxville, Quebec Canada12-1997
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
- Community engagement
- Volunteer coordination
- Program development
- Team collaboration
- Keyword research
- Blogging strategy
- Visual editing
- SEO optimization
- Content creation
- Recipe testing
- Audience engagement
Websites
Timeline
Food Blogger (Simply Made Dish)
Self Employed Web
10.2024 - Current
Vice President of East Lake Theatre Boosters
Volunteer Work
08.2022 - 05.2023
Lead VPK Teacher
Sunshine Academy Daycare
08.2018 - 06.2019
Dental Front Office Receptionist
Main Street Dental
09.2004 - 08.2006
Elementary School Teacher
Toronto District School Board
09.1999 - 06.2001
Elementary Teaching Certificate - Elementary Education
Medaille University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Bishop's University