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=Tara Kramer= ** 106 Beagle Area Rd. ** ** DuBois, Pennsylvania 15801 ** ** (814) 371-1496 ** ** tlmjpk78@yahoo.com **

** Objective **
To procure a position in Education, providing hands-on experience with children and tecnhology integration.

** Education **
** 2009-2010 Wilkes University WilkesBarre, PA ** **M.S. Instructional Media**

** 2001– 2003 Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clarion, PA ** B.S. in Secondary Education with a concentration in Social Studies Graduated Cum Laude Nominated for Outstanding Student Teacher

** 1997– 2001 Gannon University Erie, PA ** B.S. in Political Science, and a minor in History and Leadership Member of Phi Alpha Theta and Model UN Internship with Senator Rick Santorum- Erie Office Graduated on the Presidents list

** Professional Experience **
**2005-Present Middle School Teacher** **DuBois Area Catholic School DuBois, PA ** Teaching Social Studies, Computer, and Math Coordinate class trips for 6-8 Produced/Directed the 6th grade Passion Play Organize the Veteran’s Day Celebration Elected to the Educational Committee Tech 21 member

**2003– 2004 Substitute Teacher ** **DuBois Central Catholic High School DuBois, PA** ** Brockway Area High School Brockway, PA ** Conducted class in a variety of different content areas Implemented classroom management, daily routines, and school procedures

** 1998-2000 Coordinator/Supervisor DuBois, PA ** ** Children’s Summer Program– Treasure Lake ** Organized and planned a summer program for children of all ages Supervised all aspects of the program

** Community Involvement **
Varsity Cheerleading Coach- DuBois Central Catholic, 2004-Present JV/Varsity Volleyball Coach- Brockway Area High School, 2003-04 Taught summer enrichment courses for DACS and Penn State DuBois Organized class community service project as a class advisor

** Certification and Memberships **
Secondary Education– Social Studies for Pennsylvania

Hands-on educator
Strong communication skills Ability to work with others Excellent organization skills Proficient with computers and current technology Integrates technology into the classroom Motivated, highly energetic educator