Tara Caul
Malone
Summary
Hardworking, detail-oriented literacy education specialist well versed in instructional design and adult learning principles seeking a library services coordinator position. Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Highly adept at writing training materials and uncovering opportunities to improve programs and outcomes. Known for leading via a collaborative approach and adapting to changing organizational needs, while also leveraging instructional design. Exceptional communication and project management skills with proven success in leading projects from start to finish, contributing to organizational growth and success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Literacy Specialist
Sheboygan Falls School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and coordinated the systematic implementation of Wisconsin Act 20
- Designed and led professional learning to support the implementation of structured literacy practices
- Established systems and procedures for learning walks to gather data related to current instructional practices to inform professional learning and coaching cycles
- Organized and facilitated various school and district-level teams to facilitate the growth of teacher leadership, literacy improvement, and student growth.
- Analyzed, interpreted, and utilized both screener and diagnostic data to monitor student progress and develop personal reading plans
- Revitalized and diversified bookroom inventory and classroom libraries to engage students and align with structured literacy
- Collaborated with colleagues and staff to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators
Classroom Teacher
Fond Du Lac School District
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Supervised, coached, and mentored clinicians
- Served as a team leader for grade-level initiatives, coordinating efforts among faculty members to achieve shared goals related to curriculum and instruction improvement.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Reading Specialist
Waupun Area School District
08.2014 - 07.2021
- Built trust to facilitate change, planned strategically, and distributed leadership among colleagues
- Developed and delivered professional development around impactful and evidence-based literacy practices
- Independently managed multiple key initiatives and achieved identified results
- Designed, organized, and coordinated engagement events
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas of need and inform instructional decision-making processes related to reading interventions.
- Built positive and productive relationships with teachers to drive improvements to reading programs.
- Served as a resource for educators by providing professional development workshops on best practices in literacy instruction.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide literacy initiatives aimed at improving achievement for all students.
Education
Literacy Coach Certification - Literacy Coaching
University of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR05-2016
Master of Science - Reading
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12-2011
Reading Recovery Certification - Reading Recovery
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Language Arts
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI12-2004
Skills
- Professional development coaching
- Staff performance evaluation
- Training program design
- Data-driven improvement strategies
- Curriculum and organizational change facilitation
- Collaborative leadership
- Workshop development and delivery
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Operational efficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
- CESA 7 Coaching Network
- CESA 7 Literacy Leaders Network
- Wisconsin State Reading Association
- CESA 6 Literacy Practices Leadership Network
Timeline
Literacy Specialist
Sheboygan Falls School District
08.2023 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Fond Du Lac School District
08.2021 - 07.2023
Reading Specialist
Waupun Area School District
08.2014 - 07.2021
Literacy Coach Certification - Literacy Coaching
University of Arkansas
Master of Science - Reading
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Reading Recovery Certification - Reading Recovery
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education & Language Arts
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
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