Kayla McKee
Alpine,TX
Summary
Over the course of a decade, working in an educational setting has provided the necessary skills to be a valuable candidate for the District PEIMS Coordinator position. Experience with maintaining accurate records, along with strong organizational, attention to detail, commitment to excellence, communication, computer, and interpersonal skills, all provide the ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals and meet required deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade Math and 8th Grade Career Teacher
Alpine Independent School District
07.2018 - Current
- Establish positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Assist struggling students through targeted intervention strategies, improving overall class performance on assessments.
- Maintain open lines of communication with parents through regular progress reports and parent-teacher conferences, ensuring their involvement in their child''s academic journey.
- Promote a positive classroom atmosphere by implementing effective classroom management strategies and enforcing clear expectations for behavior and work ethic.
- Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Administer assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Provide additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
- Integrate instructional technologies into classroom.
- Provide one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips and end of year activities.
- Attend sports and other student related activities.
- Establish strong professional relationships with coaches to motivate athletes to be more successful in the classroom and in the real-world.
- Previously taught writing, 3rd grade, 5th and 6th grade history at AISD.
3rd Grade Teacher
Kermit Independent School District
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Boosted students critical thinking skills through group activities and problem-solving exercises.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment by enforcing consistent discipline and promoting respectful behavior among students.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal results.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to inform lesson planning and target areas needing additional focus or intervention.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Math Teacher
Wink-Loving Independent School District
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, leading to better student performance and support at home.
- Developed engaging math games and activities for students, fostering a fun learning environment while reinforcing key concepts.
- Monitored student progress using formative assessments, allowing for timely intervention and targeted instruction when necessary.
- Managed a diverse classroom of learners with varying abilities, differentiating instruction to meet individual needs and promote success.
- Established positive relationships with parents through open communication channels like email updates, phone calls, and conferences about their child''s progress in mathematics.
- Built a strong classroom culture focused on respect and cooperation among students by modeling appropriate behavior and enforcing clear expectations consistently throughout the year.
- Prepared students for standardized testing by reviewing key content areas, practicing test-taking strategies, and addressing any anxiety or concerns they may have had.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
Education
No Degree - Educational Leadership
Sul Ross State University
Alpine, TXBachelor's of Arts - Education
University of Texas At The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX12.2012
Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
Big Bend Beauty College
Alpine, TX03.2002
Skills
- Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills
- Well-organized and committed
- Creative and energetic
- Filing
- Time management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking capabilities
- Mentor for new teachers
- Leader-professional development classes and grade level in 2020-2021)
Certification
- Certified Teacher
- Advancement Via Individual Determination ( AVID) Training
Timeline
7th Grade Math and 8th Grade Career Teacher
Alpine Independent School District
07.2018 - Current
3rd Grade Teacher
Kermit Independent School District
07.2017 - 06.2018
4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Math Teacher
Wink-Loving Independent School District
07.2013 - 06.2015
No Degree - Educational Leadership
Sul Ross State University
Bachelor's of Arts - Education
University of Texas At The Permian Basin
Licensed Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
Big Bend Beauty College
- Certified Teacher
- Advancement Via Individual Determination ( AVID) Training
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