Tammy McRae
Norwood
Summary
Veteran educator with a proven track record at Anson County Schools, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and differentiated instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to professional development and mentoring peers, driving collaborative learning and improved student outcomes.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Anson County Schools
12.2003 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC12-2003
No Degree - Student Teaching
Aquadale Elementary School
Aquadale, NC12-2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Behavior management
- Student assessment
- Subject matter expertise
Accomplishments
- Won “Teacher of the Year” award at Ansonville in 2011.
- School Improvement Team Chair - 2011-2013, 2015-2016
- School Improvement Team 2023 - 2025
Certification
- Licensed teacher (K - 6)- 2022 - 2027 Renewal Cycle
National Board Certified Teacher
I earned my National Boards in 2011. I renewed them in 2020. I was allowed to renew it a year early and it is valid until the year 2032.
Timeline
Teacher
Anson County Schools
12.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
No Degree - Student Teaching
Aquadale Elementary School
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