Kayla Ayers
Felda
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute
Hendry County School Board
12.2024 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Provided support as a substitute paraprofessional in the classroom when needed.
- Assisted in the school library between coverage for student IEP meetings.
Paraprofessional
Hendry County School Board
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas, including but not limited to: preparing copies, organizing lesson packets, and displaying student work.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Assisted in the administration of standardized testing, ensuring accurate assessment of student performance levels.
- Strengthened student literacy skills through targeted reading intervention programs tailored to individual needs.
- Supported teachers in grading assignments, ensuring timely feedback for students.
- Assisted students during research projects by guiding them toward useful and reliable sources of information through library books as well as online research.
Assistant
Hendry County School Board ESE
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks.
- Managed spreadsheets to maintain records of teacher trainings and obtained proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Assisted supervisor in running copies and scanning documents into the specified systems.
- Created and maintained training kits used by the supervisor to facilitate teacher and staff trainings regarding mental health and student welfare.
- Communicated quickly and effectively with supervisor to resolve any issues in data.
- Took initiative to learn new skills as necessary to carry out tasks smoothly.
Personnel Assistant
Hendry County School Board
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Updated and maintained employee records.
- Sorted and scanned old personnel files into a digitized system for ease of access as well as scanning new documents into existing files.
Student Volunteer
Country Oaks Elementary School Library
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Assisted Head Librarian with checking books in and out, as well as reshelving.
- Organized books on the shelves neatly and carefully so as not to incur damage.
- Assisted with maintaining library inventory, including marking books as discarded.
- Created and applied labels for new books.
- Assisted Library Paraprofessional in running library functions while Librarian facilitated student enrichment.
- Assisted students in finding suitable books for their reading level.
- Maintained a neat and tidy environment in the library for student safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL01-2026
High School Diploma -
Labelle High School
LaBelle, FL06-2012
Skills
- Library assistance
- Team collaboration
- Record keeping
- Adaptable
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Multitasking and organization
- Average typing speed of 60-70 wpm
- Experienced with library systems
- Willingness to learn
Languages
Japanese
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Korean
Elementary
Timeline
Substitute
Hendry County School Board
12.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional
Hendry County School Board
02.2021 - 05.2024
Assistant
Hendry County School Board ESE
01.2019 - 03.2019
Personnel Assistant
Hendry County School Board
08.2018 - 12.2018
Student Volunteer
Country Oaks Elementary School Library
08.2011 - 05.2012
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida SouthWestern State College
High School Diploma -
Labelle High School
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