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Tim McCarthy

Carson City

Summary

Educator and counselor with a proven track record with the Carson City School District (Carson High School and Northern Nevada Correctional Center), excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Experienced in lesson planning and data-driven instruction, fostering student success through tailored support and innovative strategies. Committed to enhancing academic performance and emotional well-being, ensuring every student reaches their potential.


Enthusiastic GED Instructor highly effective at working with students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds to accomplish educational objectives.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Carson City School District
08.2015 - Current
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering mutual respect among students.
  • Utilized data-driven instructional approaches to identify areas where individual students required additional support or intervention, tailoring lesson plans accordingly.
  • Monitored student performance closely using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction methods as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of each student in the class.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
  • Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.

High School Counselor

Carson City School District
08.2009 - 08.2015
  • Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
  • Coordinated standardized testing efforts within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.

High School Counselor

Washoe County School District, Galena High School
08.2002 - 08.2008
  • Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
  • Provided crisis intervention support in response to critical incidents affecting the school community or individual student wellbeing.
  • Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
  • Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.

High School Counselor

Carson City School District
08.1994 - 08.2002
  • Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
  • Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
  • Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance, attendance rates, and graduation outcomes.
  • Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling And Educational Psychology

The University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV
06-1994

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The University of Montana
Missoula, MT
06-1988

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning

Certification

  • Licensed Educator - Professional-Special 7-12 Counselor Endorsement expires 09/25/2030

Professional-Special Education Alternative Education expires 09/25/2030

Timeline

Teacher

Carson City School District
08.2015 - Current

High School Counselor

Carson City School District
08.2009 - 08.2015

High School Counselor

Washoe County School District, Galena High School
08.2002 - 08.2008

High School Counselor

Carson City School District
08.1994 - 08.2002

Master of Arts - Counseling And Educational Psychology

The University of Nevada, Reno

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

The University of Montana

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