Tara Allen Hicks
Kaufman
Summary
I am a results-driven educator with strong communication skills and a focus on student-centered learning. I am very experienced in online instruction and adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse needs, ready to leverage expertise to improve educational outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Faculty Member
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX
2018 - Current
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Applied diverse teaching methodologies to support various learning styles and improve student outcomes.
- Created interactive course materials that increased student engagement and understanding.
- Led discussion groups that fostered critical thinking and collaboration among online students.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Social Studies Department Chair
Crandall High School
Crandall, TX
06.2014 - Current
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance social studies pedagogy and student engagement.
- Coordinated departmental meetings to align teaching strategies and share best practices among faculty.
- Mentored new educators, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to educational standards.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student performance and inform instructional improvements.
- Analyzed student data trends to identify areas for improvement in curriculum delivery and academic outcomes.
- Developed interdisciplinary projects that integrated social studies with other subject areas, enhancing critical thinking skills.
- Facilitated professional development workshops focused on modern teaching techniques and emerging educational technologies.
Social Studies Teacher
Crandall High School
Crandall, TX
08.2010 - Current
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student understanding of social studies concepts.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to engage students and accommodate different learning styles in the classroom.
- Facilitated discussions on historical events, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that integrate social studies with other subjects.
- Developed a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication, respect, and collaboration among students.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, offering guidance and support in the development of effective teaching practices.
- Led professional development workshops for fellow educators on effective classroom management techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXMaster of Arts - American History And Government
Ashland University
Ashland, OHSkills
- Teaching effectiveness
- Classroom management
- Active learning techniques
- Subject matter expertise
- Online instruction
- Google and Canvas expertise
- Academic integrity
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Social Studies Department Chair
Crandall High School
06.2014 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Crandall High School
08.2010 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Member
Trinity Valley Community College
2018 - Current
Master of Science - Agricultural Economics
Texas A&M University
Master of Arts - American History And Government
Ashland University