Hi, I’m
Kayce Logan
Fairhope,AL
Summary
Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Baldwin County Public Schools
Substitute Teacher
10.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
Kayla Fillingim
Private Nanny
07.2021 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Managed medical appointments, ensuring regular check-ups and vaccinations were up-to-date for each child.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Daphne United Methodist Preschool
Substitute Preschool Teacher
08.2022 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Assisted lead teacher in the development of age-appropriate lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Supported the emotional well-being of each child through empathetic listening, guidance, and conflict resolution skills.
- Provided one-on-one support for struggling learners, resulting in improved academic performance and increased confidence.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects within the curriculum.
- Contributed to a safe and nurturing classroom environment by implementing proactive classroom management strategies.
Sonic Drive In
Assistant General Manager
01.2014 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Handled cash accurately and prepared deposits.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Collaborated with the General Manager on marketing initiatives to increase brand awareness and drive sales growth.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
- Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for optimal profitability.
- Developed and implemented new operational procedures, streamlining daily tasks and improving overall efficiency.
- Mentored staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that enhanced employee performance and retention.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations by implementing strict sanitation guidelines throughout the establishment.
- Monitored facility maintenance needs, coordinating repairs and upgrades as necessary to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
- Optimized scheduling practices to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours while minimizing labor costs.
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, promoting an open dialogue about challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Developed and executed strategies to improve guest experience, resulting in positive customer reviews and increased repeat business.
- Improved employee morale through recognition programs that acknowledged individual achievements and team successes.
- Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
- Maintained well-controlled business inventory with minimal losses by enforcing solid monitoring and management structures.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors to secure high-quality products at competitive prices for our customers'' enjoyment.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve customer service and satisfaction.
- Implemented staff training programs that improved service quality and increased customer loyalty.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Collaborated with other department managers on cross-functional projects, fostering a cooperative atmosphere that drove overall organizational success.
- Participated in community outreach events, strengthening ties with local organizations while enhancing brand visibility.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining inventory management processes.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently and to high standard.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses, expanding brand's presence and community involvement.
- Analyzed sales data to identify and capitalize on trends, driving revenue growth.
- Improved operational workflows, resulting in smoother running of establishment.
- Implemented cost-saving measures without compromising on quality, boosting bottom line.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by implementing regular feedback sessions and recognition programs.
- Trained new staff members, equipping them with skills needed for success in their roles.
- Implemented customer feedback system, leading to improved service offerings.
- Led team to achieve record-high customer satisfaction scores through dedicated service and attention to detail.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss targets and strategies, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Managed scheduling and payroll, optimizing labor costs while maintaining staff satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts, ensuring availability of popular items.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Sonic Drive In
Team Lead/Manager
09.2009 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to high-quality standards.
- Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
Education
University of West AlabamaLivingston, AL
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
05-2025
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
- The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Member
- Alphi Chi Member
- President's List Fall 2023
- President's List Spring 2024
- President's List Fall 2024
- PRAXIS Science 5905
- PRAXIS Social Studies 5904
- PRAXIS Mathematics 5903
- PRAXIS Early Childhood Education 5025
- Pearson Foundations of Reading 190
Coastal Alabama Community CollegeFairhope
Associate of Science from Elementary Education
01-2023
University Overview
- President's List Fall 2022
- President's List Spring 2023
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Small group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Creativity in teaching
- Lesson plan implementation
- Lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
- Enhanced student learning with Kagan Strategies.
Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Card - Alabama Department of Public Safety.
- Substitute Teaching License (varies by state) - Alabama Department of Education.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Baldwin County Public Schools
10.2023 - Current
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Daphne United Methodist Preschool
08.2022 - 05.2024
Private Nanny
Kayla Fillingim
07.2021 - 08.2024
Assistant General Manager
Sonic Drive In
01.2014 - 07.2021
Team Lead/Manager
Sonic Drive In
09.2009 - 01.2014
University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education
Coastal Alabama Community College
Associate of Science from Elementary Education
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