Tara Vatthyam has a diverse work experience in various industries. Tara started their career in 2000 as a Software Trainer and Education Coordinator at Silverline Technologies, where they worked until 2005. In 2005, Tara joined ProSoft Inc. as a Consultant, focusing on software testing for clients such as WinWay Corporation and Cardinal Health. Tara performed manual testing, developed test plans and test cases, and conducted unit and functional testing to identify software bugs.
In 2009, Tara moved on to Pearson Education, where they worked as a Scorer for standardized tests. Tara then joined the American Institutes for Research in 2010 as a Researcher/Scorer, analyzing and scoring standardized tests such as ELPA, OTELA, and OAT. Tara utilized state-of-the-art software and AIR's innovative approach to test development to ensure fair and accurate assessment of students' knowledge and skills. Tara was trained as a certified scorer and applied rubric-based scores to questions/items in various subjects.
Overall, Tara has gained extensive experience in software testing, scoring standardized tests, and conducting research in the education sector. Tara'swork showcases their ability to apply technical skills, attention to detail, and analytical thinking in various professional settings.
Tara Vatthyam has a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Educational Psychology from The University of Toledo. No specific dates are provided for their education history.
June, 2010 - present