Tamara Holloway
Hampton,MI
Summary
Dedicated and goal-oriented educator with over 20 years of experience in elementary education, instructional coaching, and adult learning. Known for designing engaging, inclusive lessons and leading data-driven professional development. Seeking an adjunct professor position to leverage expertise in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and adult learning methodologies to prepare future educators for success in diverse and classroom environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Literacy Coaching Specialist (K–3)
Metro RESA/Let’s Read, Georgia
GA
01.2025 - Current
- Provide job-embedded professional learning and coaching grounded in the Science of Reading and structured literacy, supporting school and district leaders in improving K–3 literacy outcomes.
- Design and facilitate high-quality professional learning sessions focused on foundational literacy skills, evidence-based instructional practices, and data-driven decision making.
- Model research-aligned literacy instruction in classrooms, demonstrating effective practices in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing.
- Build capacity in school-based coaches and teachers through coaching cycles, demonstration lessons, and collaborative planning, strengthening instructional expertise and sustainability.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide timely, actionable feedback to improve instructional effectiveness and student achievement.
- Collaborate with district and school leaders to align literacy initiatives with state priorities, contributing to systemic instructional improvement across multiple sites.
Literacy and Numeracy Instructional Support Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
Hampton, GA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Applied adult learning theory to deliver job-embedded coaching and professional learning to over 30 educators, strengthening instructional practice and improving student outcomes.
- Collaborated with administration to develop and implement school improvement goals, professional learning plans, and instructional observations, contributing to a 6.9-point increase in CCRPI.
- Led data teams and facilitated data analysis to inform targeted instructional planning and decision-making.
- Modeled research-based instructional practices and effective lesson planning, ensuring alignment to standards across content areas.
- Trained and mentored teachers in implementing standards-based curriculum and best-practice instructional strategies to increase student achievement.
- Provided targeted feedback through observations, model lessons, and coaching cycles; designed and facilitated needs-based professional learning.
- Supported instructional and coaching efforts that contributed to the school earning recognition as a Title I Reward School.
- Supported professional learning planning, lesson design, instructional alignment, and continuous improvement.
Elementary Educator
Clayton County Public Schools
Hampton, GA
01.2006 - 01.2020
- Taught grades 3–5 using standards-based instruction aligned with Georgia benchmarks.
- Integrated technology, thematic units, and interdisciplinary instruction to promote engagement and rigor.
- Designed and implemented data-informed lesson plans and interventions to meet student needs.
- Created classroom environments that celebrated diversity and fostered academic and social growth.
Intervention Specialist
Cincinnati Public Schools
Cincinnati, OH
08.2002 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented IEPs for students in grades 1–3 and 6–8 address diverse student needs.
- Delivered targeted small group instruction and collaborated with general education teachers to implement effective intervention strategies.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress using data-driven methods to ensure goal attainment.
- Served as an advocate for students with disabilities during eligibility meetings, IEP reviews, and parent conferences.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA01.2022
Ed.S. - Curriculum & Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2009
M.Ed. - Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA06.1999
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Design
- Instructional Coaching
- Professional Development
- Literacy Instruction - Science of Reading
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
Selected Leadership Highlights and Professional Learning
- English Language Arts Elementary Education GACE Course Instructor (2023 - 2025)
- English Language Arts Curriculum Writer & Unit Cadre Course Instructor (2017, 2019–2025)
- Governor’s School Leadership Academy (2020)
- English Language Arts Lead Teacher (2014–2025)
- Teacher of the Year (2017)
Career Development
- Dyslexia Endorsement – 2024
- Honor Societies – Phi Kappa Phi; Kappa Delta Pi – 2022
- Reading Endorsement – 2021
- Return to Facilities Task Force – 2021
- Simultaneous Teaching and Learning – 2021
- NISL Panel Discussion – 2020
- Governor School Leadership Academy – 2020
- Teacher Leader Endorsement – 2020
- LETRS Trainer (District-Level) 2020
- Teacher Support and Coaching Endorsement – 2017
- Gifted In-Field Endorsement – 2010
Timeline
Regional Literacy Coaching Specialist (K–3)
Metro RESA/Let’s Read, Georgia
01.2025 - Current
Literacy and Numeracy Instructional Support Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2025
Elementary Educator
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2020
Intervention Specialist
Cincinnati Public Schools
08.2002 - 06.2026
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Brenau University
Ed.S. - Curriculum & Instruction
Nova Southeastern University
M.Ed. - Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Georgia State University