Jamie Kay
Educator
THOUSAND OAKS,CA
Summary
Dedicated Postsecondary & Secondary Educator with 25 years of experience in evidence-based, student-centered instruction. Expert in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and multimodal instructional delivery within blended and online environments. Proven track record in equity-focused curriculum design, departmental leadership, and mentorship of future educators. Committed to fostering inclusive learning ecosystems that drive academic rigor and student empowerment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Department Chair & Instructor
Century Academy (CVUSD)
Thousand Oaks, California
01.2021 - Current
- Departmental Leadership: Facilitate grading and assessment policy alignment to ensure equitable outcomes; cultivate safe, inclusive classroom environments.
- Blended Learning Innovation: Design and implement AP Language & Composition and AP Literature courses specifically optimized for a hybrid online/in-person model.
- Nontraditional Student Success: Deliver tailored 7th-12th grade instruction in an alternative learning environment using custom-designed digital and novel-based units.
- Holistic Student Support: Manage weekly advisory communication to bridge the gap between home and school, providing resources for continuous academic progress.
Adjunct Faculty & CAL TPA Assessor
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, California
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Teacher Candidate Evaluation: Served as a certified California Teacher Performance Assessment (CalTPA) assessor, evaluating the pedagogical readiness of future teachers in Cycles 1, 2, and 3.
- Clinical Mentorship: Provided expert guidance to Teacher Candidates in classroom management, high-leverage teaching practices, and assessment design.
English Instructor
Los Cerritos Middle School (CVUSD)
Thousand Oaks, California
01.2001 - 01.2021
- Equity-Based Instruction: Implemented differentiated strategies for a diverse student body, including SPED, GATE, and honors-level students within a general education setting.
- Standards-Aligned Design: Developed rigorous assignments and rubrics aligned with Common Core State Standards to facilitate critical thinking and metacognitive skills.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partnered with cross-functional teams to select instructional materials and launch school-wide intervention initiatives.
- Student Media Advising: Coached students in professional writing, reporting, and layout for the school newsletter and yearbook in a workshop-style lab.
Education
M.A. - Teaching Autism Spectrum Disorders
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02-2021
M.A. - Education
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA07-2001
B.A. - English (Emphasis: Literature)
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2000
Skills
- Pedagogical Leadership: Growth Mindset Strategies, Departmental Governance, & Policy Development
- Instructional Design: Blended/Hybrid Learning, AP Curriculum Development, & Differentiated Instruction
- Assessment & Evaluation: CalTPA Certified Assessor, Standards-Based Grading, & Data-Informed Instruction
- Inclusive Excellence: CLAD-Certified, Support for Neurodiverse Learners (IEP/504), & English Language Learners (ELL)
Certification
- Single-subject clear credential in English with CLAD authorization
- California Authorization to teach Introductory Art
- California Authorization to teach Introductory to Social Science
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
English Department Chair & Instructor
Century Academy (CVUSD)
01.2021 - Current
Adjunct Faculty & CAL TPA Assessor
California Lutheran University
01.2010 - 01.2021
English Instructor
Los Cerritos Middle School (CVUSD)
01.2001 - 01.2021
M.A. - Teaching Autism Spectrum Disorders
Grand Canyon University
M.A. - Education
Pepperdine University
B.A. - English (Emphasis: Literature)
Sonoma State University