Tara Jolma
Winnett,MT
Summary
Conscientious and kind professional with extensive experience promoting a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities for fun and engagement. Skilled at providing positive support, guidance, and assistance to youth of all ages.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
Winnett Public School
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Offered a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted a positive learning experiences with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Assisted in curriculum development to align lessons with state standards and improve overall instructional quality.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.
- Monitored use of technology, enhancing student learning and technological skills.
- Rewarded student success by utilizing praise and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Winnett Public School
03.2001 - 05.2001
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Promoted student success with individualized instruction and targeted feedback on assignments and assessments.
- Encouraged active learning by creating lessons and projects to engage problem-solving and creative abilities.
- Employed variety of teaching strategies and instructional techniques to meet different aptitudes and interests of students.
High School Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Winnett Public School
08.1996 - 02.1997
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
WGU Utah (online)12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, Teaching Option
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05.1992
Skills
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Curriculum/Lesson Planning and Preparation
- Classroom and Behavior Management
- Art and Handcraft Demonstrations
- Fine Motor and Gross Motor Skills
- Play-Based Learning
- Science Exploration
- Educational Games
- Parent Communication
- Field Trip Supervision
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
Winnett Public School
08.2012 - 05.2022
Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher
Winnett Public School
03.2001 - 05.2001
High School Biology and Chemistry Teacher
Winnett Public School
08.1996 - 02.1997
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Governor's University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry, Teaching Option
Montana State University
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