Tara Greco
Longmont,CO
Summary
Experienced 7th and 8th grade Language Arts teacher dedicated to creating a structured, engaging classroom environment where all students can thrive. Skilled in establishing clear routines and expectations that support academic success and positive behavior. Passionate about building meaningful relationships with students and maintaining open, consistent communication with families to foster a strong school-home connection.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Language Arts Teacher, 8th grade
OLD VAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Planned, instructed, and graded 4 sections of 8th-grade Language Arts and 1 section of Reteach, which retaught standards with differentiated instruction to students who did not master content.
- Brought AASA scores (Arizona state Language Arts Exam) 14 points above the state average for the 24-25 school year.
- Facilitated writing workshops focused on argumentative and narrative techniques, improving student writing assessment scores across all ability levels.
- Worked closely with special education staff and case workers to co-plan instruction, implement accommodations, and support students with IEPs and 504s in the general education setting.
Full-time Student Teacher
FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned, instructed, and graded an Advisory Social and Emotional course, four 7th-grade English Language Arts courses, and a reading intervention Read 180 course.
- Worked with a Collaborative team and the wider PLC to intentionally plan reteaches, gather and analyze data, and enhance students’ overall educational experience.
Program Director
EXTENDED HOURS PROGRAM
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate activities for recreation programs.
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect, and enforce proper boundaries.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - English - Secondary Education
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO05.2024
Skills
- Licensed in Colorado
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational growth
- Educational tech
Timeline
Language Arts Teacher, 8th grade
OLD VAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL
07.2024 - 05.2025
Full-time Student Teacher
FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL
08.2023 - 05.2024
Program Director
EXTENDED HOURS PROGRAM
11.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - English - Secondary Education
Colorado Mesa University
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