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Tamara Wilkerson

Powhatan

Summary

Elementary school teacher with over 12 years of experience in Virginia public schools, specializing in assessment data analysis and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Proven track record in developing individualized learning plans and implementing inclusive strategies for diverse student populations. Committed to enhancing student achievement through targeted instructional methods and supportive learning environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher (3rd Grade & 4th Grade)

Chesterfield County Public Schools
Midlothian
10.2015 - 05.2025
  • Managed a classroom of diverse learners with varying abilities, fostering a positive and creative learning environment.
  • Differentiated instruction for English learners, gifted learners, students with disabilities, and students with 504 plans.
  • Designed, wrote, and implemented 3rd-grade lesson plans and assessments to include the new 2023 Mathematics Standards of Learning, with an emphasis on hands-on learning, mathematical reasoning, and critical thinking.
  • Organized and implemented Multicultural Math Night for 3rd-grade students, parents, and staff.
  • Collaborated with teachers to create and facilitate unit plans and activities for language arts, social studies, and science.
  • Analyzed assessment data for each individual student to provide each student with an individual learning path.
  • Mentored new teachers and offered guidance on developing effective strategies for classroom management and lesson planning.
  • Worked closely with special education staff to create inclusive literacy interventions, and implemented appropriate modifications to benefit all children in the class.
  • Instructed English Language Learners using differentiated instruction techniques for enhanced comprehension.
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to create individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
  • Modified assignments, exercises, and tests for students with IEPs.

Teacher (age 2 to PreK)

Bon Secours St. Francis Family Center
Midlothian
08.2012 - 10.2015
  • Created and maintained a welcoming, friendly, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment where all students felt comfortable.
  • Introduced mathematical and scientific concepts, such as number sense and basic operations.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
  • Interacted extensively with parents to provide daily progress reports.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education 5/1994

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Clarion, PA

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Assessment data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Curriculum planning
  • Progress tracking

Testimonials

  • "Mrs. Wilkerson is a veteran teacher that is strong in breaking apart the skills needed for math instruction. Her students show growth continuously each year." -Karen Chapman, Principal, Robious Elementary School
  • "Mrs. Wilkerson doesn't hesitate to fluidly modify strategies, materials, and groupings to optimize her students' opportunities to learn. She serves as a role model on how to keep all students challenged in focused work in which they are active problem-solvers and learners... She has a natural gift of differentiating for students to meet their instructional needs. Mrs. Wilkerson has a vast amount of experience and expertise with her teaching practice and skills." -Suzannah Thomas, Assistant Principal, Robious Elementary School
  • "One of Tammy's biggest strengths is her ability to build a strong learning community. This has a strong correlation to her student academic progress. She has consistently demonstrated her ability to move her students each year, to include her collaborative classes. Her calm demeanor and ability to build relationships with her students is apparent as soon as you walk into her classroom." -Casta Childress, Principal, Robious Elementary School

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher (3rd Grade & 4th Grade)

Chesterfield County Public Schools
10.2015 - 05.2025

Teacher (age 2 to PreK)

Bon Secours St. Francis Family Center
08.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education 5/1994

Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Tamara Wilkerson