Kayla Cobb
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Distinguished for fostering academic growth and positive learning environments, I leveraged skills in classroom management and differentiated instruction at Gatesville ISD. Known for building strong student relationships and employing effective behavior management techniques, I consistently enhanced student engagement and academic performance, making me a preferred substitute teacher.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Gatesville ISD
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Monitored student progress with regular assessments to promote academic growth.
- Collaborated with teachers to deliver seamless instruction for uninterrupted learning.
- Established relationships with students to encourage a supportive educational experience.
- Implemented classroom management techniques, creating a respectful learning atmosphere.
- 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.
Life Skills Aide
Dallas Isd
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Fostered a safe space where all voices were valued during class discussions concerning diverse topics relevant to life skill development.
- Improved student confidence and self-esteem through compassionate support and guidance.
- Incorporated stress management techniques into the curriculum for enhanced mental wellbeing of students.
- Encouraged healthy decision-making processes, supporting students as they navigated various challenges related to their daily lives, relationships, or academic pursuits.
Special Education Aide
Mesquite ISD
09.2007 - 05.2013
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored specifically to address diverse learning needs within the classroom population.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, attendance, and behavior for use in evaluations and reports.
Education
Emt-b - Paramedicine
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX04.2005
Normal - Normal
Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX05.2000
Skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior management
- Classroom organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Lesson plan implementation
- Group instruction
- Complex Problem-solving
- Activity planning
- Behavior modeling
- Lesson implementation
- Safety awareness
- Disciplinary procedures
- Differentiated instruction
- Elementary education
- Special education
- Instructional strategies
- Multi-subject instruction
- Activity management
- Records management
- Instructional technology
- IEP documentation
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Gatesville ISD
08.2018 - 05.2020
Life Skills Aide
Dallas Isd
08.2016 - 11.2017
Special Education Aide
Mesquite ISD
09.2007 - 05.2013
Emt-b - Paramedicine
Eastfield College
Normal - Normal
Mesquite High School
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