Kayce Porterfield

• Customized instructional plans to meet needs of different students.
• Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
• Utilized technology, such as tablets, to enhance student engagement in math and science lessons.
• Delivered clear, informative lectures on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
• Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
• Provided individualized support to struggling students to help them understand difficult concepts, both during class lessons and in RTI.
• Conducted assessments of student progress in math and science courses.
• Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
• Employed online learning management systems and other diverse instructional resources to offer students remote assistance with assignments.
• Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.

• Curriculum planning and alignment for after school program.
• Coordinated schedules for teachers, classes, intake, and outtake of student enrollment.
• Completed attendance and food service reports.
• Administrator for handling afterschool discipline.
• Implementation of policies and procedures in the extension of the regular day.
• Conduct and report on emergency drills.
• Responded to classroom emergencies and helped handle medical, emotional and behavioral concerns.
• Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
• Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
• Collaborated with various departments to support and establish programs, lessons and student activities.
• Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
• Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
• Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
• Observed teachers under classroom conditions to track professional abilities and identify areas in need of improvement.
• Enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and honesty.
• Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
• Outlined, implemented and maintained personnel-related policies and procedures.
• Researched and wrote applications for educational grants.

While the principal was out of the building I was the Teacher in Charge.

• Maintain an inclusive, culturally competent learning climate in the school
• Facilitate communication between staff, students, and parents for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems, and/or resolving conflicts
• Communicate with staff to assure instructional programs meet student needs and district requirements
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholder groups, willing to partner with outside agencies and community partners
• Administer the school and its instructional program in all its facets by visiting classrooms, conferring with teachers, giving leadership in curriculum improvement, securing and using resources to increase student achievement
• Assist in supporting all support services, including custodial, maintenance, and food services
• Support the school and district discipline policy and help develop a set of practices for student behavior if needed
• Utilize all resources of the school and the community in developing the most effective

educational system

• Support a community relations program with parents and local community groups as a means of interpreting and furthering school programs and encouraging parent and community participation in the school’s program(s)
• Implement board policies, administrative regulations, and negotiated agreements
• Relate to students with respect while carrying out a positive and effective discipline policy
• Follow organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students as established by district policies and procedures
• Ensure that all school activities are adequately planned and supervised
• Prepare and/or supervise the preparation of reports, records, lists, and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the school’s administration
• Promote safety in the school by having knowledge of the systematic plan for emergency drills and for monitoring pedestrian and vehicle traffic
• Oversee the security of the building and its contents
• Confer with district office representatives to determine building needs
• Cooperate with other principals and district administrators in determining the needs in the building in the absence of the principal

• Differentiated instruction in order to effectively deliver curriculum to diverse learners.
• Implemented formative and summative assessments on a daily basis.
• Developed SMARTgoals to assist in data-driven instruction.
• Participated in data teams for the implementation of Response to Intervention (RTI) for Math instruction.
• Implemented special education and 504 accommodations within the classroom setting.
• Created lessons using Google Classroom and Chromebooks in the classroom (one-to-one technology).
• Training in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Staff Leadership Team Member Data Action Team Member.

• Guide individuals and small groups of students through academic, personal, and social situations.
• Curriculum Development and implementation Differentiated instruction in order to effectively deliver curriculum to diverse learners.
• Implemented formative and summative assessments on a daily basis.
• Developed SMARTgoals to assist in data-driven instruction.
• Participated in data teams for the implementation of Response to Intervention (RTI) for English Language Arts instruction.
• Implemented special education and 504 accommodations within the classroom setting.
• Created lessons using Google Classroom and Chromebooks in the classroom (one-to-one technology).
• MSTA President LEADERSHIP, Activities, and Accolades Afterschool Administration for the Missouri Extensions 21st CCLC Responsible for executing after school tutoring program, which helped improve student outcomes.
• Monthly staff meetings with agenda, notes, and reports for the teachers that work in the afterschool program.
• Provided leadership for the after school program with a specialized goal of placing students in tiered intervention groups.
• Communicated with parents, students, and staff regarding placement, skills, progress, and concerns.
• Performed teacher observations on after school teachers.
• Participated in a formal evaluation of the 21st CCLC grant with Dese Three consecutive years being awarded the Excellence in Education Award Hurricane Deck Elementary Teacher in Charge- I take on the role of the principal when our principal is not available.
• Met weekly with the leadership team for the development of building a Professional Learning Community.
• Collaborated with building faculty and staff to share best teaching practices.
• Staff Leadership Team Member Teacher of the Year 2020 Proposal accepted as a guest speaker for the Innovation Summit in Branson Missouri on the integration of technology in the elementary classroom.
• (postponed due to covid) Assisted in curriculum and design as part of a Project Lead the Way Lead Teacher Grandview R2 School District Meet with students to teach the plan, answer questions, and communicate with families when necessary.
• Meet with the team after 4-6 weeks of intervention to analyze data and determine the next steps.
• Work with PBIS Team to develop Tier I interventions (building-wide interventions).
• Assist in tracking and implementation of building-wide celebrations.
• Collaborated with team members and building administrators to implement tier two behavior strategies and interventions.
• Analyzed building office discipline referrals to determine areas of need for tier two teams.
• Fully utilized aspects of Positive Behavior Support system within all school settings.
• Presented at MOREnet conference three times.

• Updated faculty and staff on the following committee topics: scholarship, salary and welfare, and hospitality.
• Voiced concerns from Grandview R2 Elementary to the association members to seek resolution.
• Assisted members with issues that arose on the job.
• Directed teachers to their benefits and rights.
• Organized the beginning of the year teacher sign up activities.
• Organized and operated teacher incentives through MSTA.
• Drawings, giveaways, etc.
• Assisted the HR department with grievance issues.