Jae Boyd
Acworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated Pre-K Specialist with extensive experience supporting Pre-K Programs, instructional coaching, and professional learning. Skilled in mentoring specialists, developing engaging professional development content, and collaborating with school leaders to improve instructional practices and the overall quality of Georgia’s Pre-K Program. Passionate about supporting teachers and creating high-quality learning environments that promote success for Georgia’s youngest learners.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Specialist
DECAL
06.2014 - Current
- Provide instructional support and guidance to Pre-K teachers and program directors across the NW region.
- Mentor and support new Pre-K Specialists through onboarding, collaboration, and ongoing professional learning.
- Develop and deliver professional development sessions focused on Interaction Essentials and best practices in early childhood education.
- Supported implementation of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies, aligning practices with Georgia Pre-K standards to improve educational quality.
- Design and develop STP training presentations and instructional materials for teachers and directors.
- Build positive relationships with educators, administrators, and community stakeholders to support the overall quality of Georgia’s Pre-K Program.
- Collaborated with specialists to develop and distribute regional Pre-K newsletters, enhancing communication for teachers and directors.
- Created engaging regional meeting PowerPoint presentations to inform and empower educators and leadership teams.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Point 46
Acworth, Georgia
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Designed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental needs, enhancing student engagement.
- Facilitated classroom activities fostering social and emotional growth, supporting holistic development.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles and developmental stages.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing classroom environment for young children.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational and emotional needs.
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Bartow County Schools
Cartersville, Georgia
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Designed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering individual developmental growth.
- Created a nurturing environment that promoted exploration and creativity, enhancing children's learning experiences.
- Developed engaging lesson plans based on early childhood education standards.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to support children's social and emotional growth.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance children's learning experiences and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Wright State University
Dayton Ohio Skills
- Instructional Coaching
- Curriculum Support
- Child Development Assessment
- Training design
- Professional Development Facilitation
- Presentation Development
- Educational Resource Creation
- Classroom support
- Collaborative Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Planning & Organizing
- Relationship Building
- Specialist Mentoring
- Strong Presentation Skills
Professional Highlights
- Mentored numerous new Pre-K Specialists to support successful onboarding, providing guidance and ongoing support to ensure successful transition into their roles.
- Delivered professional learning of MMCI and Interaction Essentials to Pre-K educators.
- Developed several presentations, including regional meeting PowerPoint presentations, PLC presentations, technical assistance presentations on the learning environment, lesson plans, and WSO implementation and STP training presentations for educators and directors.
- Managed and collaborated on regional newsletters designed to support and inform teachers and program leaders and provide instructional resources.
- Collaborated with a team of Specialists to improve developmentally appropriate practices in public school settings.
Timeline
Pre-K Specialist
DECAL
06.2014 - Current
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Discovery Point 46
08.2010 - 06.2014
Lead Pre-K Teacher
Bartow County Schools
08.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Wright State University