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Alisha Taylor

Winston-Salem,NC

Summary

Dynamic literacy development professional with a proven track record at American Reading Company, enhancing instructional quality through effective program implementation and staff development. Skilled in relationship building and analytical thinking, I foster a culture of continuous improvement, empowering educators to achieve student success through tailored strategies and data-driven action plans.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Literacy Coach

American Reading Company
06.2022 - Current
  • Conducted professional development workshops on effective literacy strategies for district projects enhancing overall instructional quality.
  • Collaborated with district leaders, school staff and teachers to develop actionable strategies that aligned with school improvement goals and objectives.
  • Trained educators on best practices in literacy instruction, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.


Teacher

Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
10.2008 - 06.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
  • Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
  • Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.

Special Education Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
08.2002 - 07.2008
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Education

Education Specialist - Educational Leadership W/ Special Education

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
05-2014

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Literacy development professional
  • Staff development
  • Effective program implementation
  • Instructional coaching
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Motivational strategies

Accomplishments

Multi-classroom Leader CLMS and Petree Elementary School 2020-2022

Expanded Impact Teacher Cook Literacy Model School 2018-2020

Cook Literacy Model School Teacher of the year 2017-2018


Certification

NC Licensed Special Education Teacher K-12

NC licensed General Education Teacher K-6

Yoshimoto Orton Gillingham Basic Training

Timeline

Executive Literacy Coach

American Reading Company
06.2022 - Current

Teacher

Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools
10.2008 - 06.2022

Special Education Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
08.2002 - 07.2008

Education Specialist - Educational Leadership W/ Special Education

Regent University

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts - Special Education

North Carolina A&T State University

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