Kayla Aris
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Developmental specialist with comprehensive background in designing and implementing personalized educational programs. Expertise in child and adult learning, behavioral assessment, and intervention strategies. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and results-driven. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist and Community Agency Lead
Early Steps of Northeast Florida
06.2020 - 12.2025
- Delivered targeted coaching to families, enhancing their confidence and competence in child support strategies.
- Facilitated collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to optimize service delivery and improve outcomes.
- Designed tailored family service plans to effectively address specific developmental needs.
- Delivered comprehensive training and guidance to families, focusing on strategies to foster child development in a home environment.
- Mentored new staff on best practices in early intervention strategies and family engagement techniques.
- Led workshops for families and caregivers, fostering understanding of developmental milestones and resources available.
- Designed, planned, organized and directed orientation and training programs for employees to improve service quality and team alignment.
Exceptional Student Educator
Elementary Schools in Connecticut and Florida
01.2013 - 06.2020
- Designed and implemented individualized plans for K-5 students with a wide range of needs and strengths.
- Built thriving relationships with students, families, and co-workers.
- Facilitated IEP meetings with families, professionals, and district personnel.
- Became a teacher leader and provided professional development and support to other colleagues.
- Teacher of the Year Recipient 2017-2018.
- Specialized in reading intervention and teaching students of other languages.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing timely feedback to support academic growth and achievement.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were effectively implemented for students with IEPs.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student learning experiences.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
Education
TEFL Certified -
Masaryk University
Czech Republic05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley12-2012
Dyslexia Therapist - Dyslexia
Wilson Reading System
New Britain, CT06-2017
Skills
- Team Building
- Critical Thinking
- Material Design
- Problem solving
- Meeting Facilitation
- Early intervention strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Special needs advocacy
- Progress monitoring
- Behavioral assessment
- Individualized education plans
- Assistive technology
- Data collection and analysis
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist and Community Agency Lead
Early Steps of Northeast Florida
06.2020 - 12.2025
Exceptional Student Educator
Elementary Schools in Connecticut and Florida
01.2013 - 06.2020
TEFL Certified -
Masaryk University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Dyslexia Therapist - Dyslexia
Wilson Reading System