Tamara Kaler
Berthoud
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record, adept at motivating students and enhancing classroom management. Skilled in project-based learning and interactive teaching, I have successfully designed tailored learning plans that improved student engagement and academic performance. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment for diverse learners.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St. Vrain Valley School District
08.2023 - Current
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning, when necessary.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Literacy Interventionist
Loveland Classical Charter School
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
- Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
- Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling readers.
- Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Teacher
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Online Teacher
Colorado Virtual Academy
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Developed lesson plans to engage students online, holding class accountable and generating greater comprehension and learning.
- Graded assignments and attributed letter grades to students for performance on assignments of varying complexity and difficulty.
- Navigated technical difficulties in organizing virtual classrooms, adapting lessons where necessary and supporting students in accessing lessons successfully.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
Loveland Classical Charter School
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Teacher
Weld School District 6
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Research Biologist
WIL Labs
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities.
- Prioritized projects and assignments assigned by mentor and leadership to complete research objectives on time.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Research Biologist
QTest Labs
10.2001 - 11.2004
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
Education
No Degree - Elementary Education
Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CONo Degree - Animal Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHBachelor of Science - Biology
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO12-2011
Skills
- Test proctoring
- Classroom management
- Project-based learning
- Subject matter expertise
- Motivating students
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Assigning and grading work
Timeline
Teacher
St. Vrain Valley School District
08.2023 - Current
Literacy Interventionist
Loveland Classical Charter School
11.2022 - 05.2023
Teacher
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
01.2021 - 11.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
03.2020 - 01.2021
Online Teacher
Colorado Virtual Academy
10.2013 - 09.2014
Teacher
Loveland Classical Charter School
08.2012 - 05.2013
Teacher
Weld School District 6
01.2012 - 05.2012
Research Biologist
WIL Labs
01.2004 - 12.2006
Research Biologist
QTest Labs
10.2001 - 11.2004
No Degree - Elementary Education
Front Range Community College
No Degree - Animal Science
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Northern Colorado
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