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Ja'Kayla Taylor

Houston,TX

Summary

Remote Student Success and Academic Support professional with experience guiding learners toward measurable outcomes through relationship-based coaching, progress monitoring, and individualized support. Background in education, special education services, and instructional support with strong communication, documentation, and retention-focused skills. Known for maintaining high engagement while managing caseloads efficiently in structured, goal-oriented environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

SPED Paraprofessional

Kashmere High School
Houston, TX
08.2025 - Current
  • Support a caseload of students by providing individualized academic and behavioral support aligned to documented goals.
  • Monitor progress, document outcomes, and communicate updates with teachers and support teams.
  • Build trust-based relationships that improve student engagement and consistency.
  • Assist with implementing structured systems that promote accountability and success.

Teacher

Fusion Academy
The Woodlands, TX
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Managed one-on-one student relationships focused on academic growth, goal achievement, and retention.
  • Used ongoing assessments to personalize learning plans and adjust strategies for improved outcomes.
  • Maintained detailed academic records and communicated progress with stakeholders.

Teacher Assistant

School of Science and Technology Excellence
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supported student engagement through small-group facilitation and individualized assistance.
  • Collaborated with staff to ensure consistency in expectations and student support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
12-2020

Teacher Certification Program

Texas Teachers of Tomorrow

Skills

  • Student Success Management
  • Academic Coaching
  • Progress Tracking
  • Retention & Engagement
  • Data-Informed Decision Making
  • Virtual Communication
  • Case Documentation
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Relationship Building

Timeline

SPED Paraprofessional

Kashmere High School
08.2025 - Current

Teacher

Fusion Academy
08.2022 - 05.2024

Teacher Assistant

School of Science and Technology Excellence
01.2022 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

Prairie View A&M University

Teacher Certification Program

Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Ja'Kayla Taylor