My naMy naMy name is Tamara Mims and I am a native of South Carolina. I graduated from Winthrop University inHMy name is Tamara Mims and I am a native of South Carolina. I graduated from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC with a Bachelor of Science, Special Education Degree. I also hold a Masters of Elementary Education Degree from Charleston Southern University. I taught students with intellectual and physical disabilities for six years before becoming a stay at home mom. Before coming to Sycamore Creek six years ago, I was a long term substitute teacher in Wake County for 10 years. I have lived in Raleigh for 21 years. I have been married to my wonderful husband for 28 years. We have two awesome adult children and a sweet new daughter in law. We are a family of sports fans and love watching the New York Yankees , Dallas Cowboys and of course our "Carolina Hurricanes"! We also love following Leesville Road High School Athletics. Roll Pride! When I am not at school I enjoy traveling, gardening and cooking. I am thrilled to be apart of the Sycamore Creek Family and look forward to a wonderful year watching your precious children learn and grow.ill, SC with a Bachelor of Science, Special Education Degree. I also hold a Masters of Elementary Education Degree from Charleston Southern University. I taught students with intellectual and physical disabilities for six years before