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Work History
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Certification
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Kayla Brooks

Loudon

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Emerald Charter Schools, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Developed innovative lesson plans that significantly enhanced student comprehension and fostered a growth mindset. Strong relationship builder, collaborating effectively with colleagues to improve teaching strategies and support diverse learning needs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Emerald Charter Schools
Knoxville, Tn
07.2019 - Current
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and meet curriculum objectives.
  • Led engaging classroom discussions aimed at enhancing student comprehension and promoting analytical thinking.
  • Analyzed student performance metrics and provided timely feedback to foster academic growth.
  • Collaborated with educators to foster professional development and improve teaching strategies.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices for classroom management and instructional strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Teacher

Loudon Elementary School
Loudon, Tn
10.2014 - 06.2019
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Fostered inclusive classroom environments to support diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance educational programs and share best practices.

Education

Associate of Science - Education

Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN
05-2014

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Behavior management
  • Student engagement
  • Growth mindset
  • Performance assessments
  • Data-driven instruction

Accomplishments

2024-2025 Charter School Teacher of the Year

Certification

Middle School Math Endorsement

Timeline

Teacher

Emerald Charter Schools
07.2019 - Current

Teacher

Loudon Elementary School
10.2014 - 06.2019

Associate of Science - Education

Tennessee Technological University