Tatum Adams

Teacher of the Year - Ridgewood Park ES - 2025-2026

• Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
• Assessed student progress through formal and informal evaluations.
• Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address concerns.
• Mentored new teachers on classroom management strategies and instructional techniques.
• Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methods and curriculum design.

• Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and collaboration.
• Utilized diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
• Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations to guide instruction.
• Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and address individual needs.

• Assume responsibilities of the primary teacher to ensure a seamless transition within the classroom.
• Promote a healthy and safe environment.
• Maintain flexibility to provide coverage as needed.

• Full-time co-teaching in a 1st grade classroom.
• Completed a 5 week teaching intensive as the primary co-teacher.
• Collaborated with the primary teacher to learn about best practices and current standards.
• Participated and observed unique learning experiences to discover new learning approaches and broaden horizons.
• Developed and implemented lessons for reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Applied various instructional techniques and methods to cater to students’ needs.

• Handled high-value diamonds/stones and jewelry.
• Entered information in a database correctly and efficiently.
• Seasonal

• Established rapport.
• Assisted students in homework and pre-ACT preparation.
• Offered leadership and mentorship.
• Engaged in games and activities during free time.

• Watched children with intent, care, and safety in mind.
• Created, implemented, and engaged in activities with and for children.
• Promoted a safe environment for the children.
• Taught children the alphabet and basic numbers (1-10).