Tara Marinaro
Collaborative, Dedicated, Passionate Leader And Educator
San Mateo,CA
Summary
A dedicated and experienced educator with a passion for student success, known for creating engaging and supportive learning environments. Demonstrates strong leadership abilities and skilled in building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families; creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere for all.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Interim Principal
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Burlingame, California
01.2023 - Current
- Strong relationship building skills - cultivated trust and rapport with students, staff, parents and the community
- Student centered mindset - deeply committed to the well being, success, and overall development of all students
- Develop, implement and clearly communicate information for staff and school community including schedules and special events.
- Led Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings to analyze student performance data, identify learning gaps, and collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement targeted instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Created and published weekly School Newsletter for efficient, streamlined communication via S’more
- Continuously reflect on school wide assessment data, statewide testing data, local benchmark results, and student learning to monitor progress and inform opportunities for growth in teaching and learning practices.
5th Grade Teacher
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Burlingame, California
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Teacher-in-charge 2017/2018 & 2018/2019 school years
- Acting principal when site administrator is off campus
- School culture and climate team lead - staff wellness, community outreach, equitable practices
- Partnered with Silicon Valley company Duarte Design to build persuasive storytelling curriculum for 4/5 students at Roosevelt
- Co-created the 5th grade 'Teddy Talk' showcase that has been a major school event since 2014
- Co-writer of Kent Award Application for work around 'Teddy Talk' showcase
- Teacher liaison for the PTA Nominating Committee
Education
Administrative Services Credential -
San Mateo County Office of Education
Redwood City, CA 02.2018 - 02.2019
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Clear) -
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA 08.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Notre Dame De Namur University
Belmont, CA 08.2002 - 06.2007
Professional Development
- Social-Emotional Learning - Second Step, Kimochis, Tribes
- Literacy - Fountas and Pinnell, Science of Reading, Benchmark
- Equity - Supporting Inclusive Practices (SIP) Academy
- Technology - iReady, Powerschool
Timeline
Interim Principal
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2023 - Current
Administrative Services Credential -
San Mateo County Office of Education
02.2018 - 02.2019
5th Grade Teacher
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
01.2012 - 01.2023
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Clear) -
Notre Dame De Namur University
08.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Notre Dame De Namur University
08.2002 - 06.2007
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