Tamara Swanson Otto
About Tamara Swanson Otto
Tamara Swanson Otto serves as the Associate Director of Program Management at Great Minds, bringing over 20 years of experience in program and project management within the education and IT sectors. She has held various roles, including Senior Program Manager at Great Minds and Senior Program Coordinator at Johns Hopkins University.
Current Role at Great Minds
Tamara Swanson Otto serves as the Associate Director of Program Management at Great Minds, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees various program management initiatives, contributing to the organization's mission in the education sector. Her experience in this capacity builds on her previous role as Senior Program Manager at Great Minds from 2017 to 2020, where she developed her leadership skills and project management expertise.
Previous Experience at WestEd
Tamara Swanson Otto worked at WestEd from 1997 to 2001 as a Research Assistant and Project Manager. During her four years there, she gained valuable experience in educational research and project management, which laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in the education sector.
Education and Expertise
Tamara Swanson Otto earned her Master of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development from San Jose State University, studying from 1994 to 1997. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts from the same institution, which she completed from 1992 to 1994. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in developmental psychology, which informs her work in program management within the education sector.
Career at Johns Hopkins University
Tamara Swanson Otto spent over a decade at Johns Hopkins University, Center for Technology in Education. She served as Senior Program Coordinator/Instructor from 2003 to 2015, where she was involved in program coordination and instruction. This role enhanced her skills in managing educational programs and working with diverse stakeholders in the education field.
Experience in Project Management
With over 20 years of experience in program and project management, Tamara Swanson Otto has worked in both the education and IT/software development sectors. Her roles have included Project Manager and Senior Business Analyst at Basys, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. Her extensive experience spans various regions, including the Baltimore and Washington D.C. metro areas, showcasing her adaptability and regional expertise.