Kayla Flores
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated individual with knowledge of child development. An expert at working one-on-one with students to encourage progression and control behavioral issues. Possesses excellent communication skills and experience in delivering guidance for students of all age groups.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
12.2022 - Current
- Promoted student comprehension by using different instruction methods customized for individual learning styles and age groups.
- Improved classroom management by enforcing helpful reinforcement strategies and sustaining clear rules for behavior
- Encouraged a collaborative learning environment through group projects and enhanced teamwork and communication skills
- Developed secure bonds with students through constant encouragement and support
- Created a safe classroom environment where students could express themselves without feeling judged
- Helped students with emotional and academic difficulties
Nanny
Sarah Linderman
01.2019 - Current
- Created strong relationships with the children using open communication lines, being respectful, creating trust, and being empathetic to their needs
- Helped children with homework assignments and reinforcing study habits
- Managed behaviors by using positive reinforcement techniques
- Developed bilingual abilities in Spanish through immersive conversation
- Worked with parents to create and apply discipline programs
Paraprofessional
Shawnee Mission North High School
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported special education teachers in applying accommodations and modifications for students with different learning needs
- Helped multiple students with disabilities through one-on-one math and English tutoring sessions
- Learned to manage challenging behaviors and outbursts using de-escalation techniques to sustain a safe learning environment for all students
- Worked with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and school psychologists to ensure comprehensive support for each student's growth
- Monitored student's behavior and academic work every day
- Communicated with teachers in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives
- Supported the teacher in the development of individual learning strategies and behavioral intervention plans
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Park University
Kansas City, MO10.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS07.2020
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Records Management
- Parent Communication
- Teacher Support
- IEP Compliance
- Crisis Intervention
- Classroom Support
- Behavior Management
- Behavior Improvements
- Child Development
- Conflict resolution
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
Sarah Linderman
Phone: (520)275-0257
David Langton
Phone: (913)240-0427
Email: Davidlangton@smsd.org
Ken Hefner
Phone: (816)723-6887
Email: Ken.hefner@park.edu
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Services
12.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Shawnee Mission North High School
02.2021 - 11.2022
Nanny
Sarah Linderman
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Park University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Johnson County Community College