Kayla Montgomery
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Experienced Middle School Science Teacher successful at building positive teacher-parent relationships to support student success. Open and clear communicator and creative problem-solver. Highly qualified with over 10 years in classroom environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Science Teacher
School District Of Lancaster
Lancaster, PA
01.2018 - Current
- Maintained discipline and order in classroom to enable productive instruction and counseled students and parents on learning and discipline problems.
- Developed learning activities and deployed differentiated science instruction to address various types of learners.
- Used technology regularly in daily lessons and encouraged use by students to enhance learning experience and keep up with current trends.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
Junior High Basketball Coach
Hazel I. Jackson Middle School
Lancaster, PA
07.2021 - Current
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
CNA
Willow Valley Retirement Communities
Willow Street, PA
12.2011 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
4th Grade Teacher
Harrisburg School District
Harrisburg, PA
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties, or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Teacher
Philadelphia City School District
Philadelphia, PA
02.2013 - 06.2015
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary Education, Reading Specialist
Cabrini University
Wayne, PA11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA12.2009
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Motivational Leadership
- Discipline Management
- Professional Relationships
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Interdisciplinary Communication
Additional Information
-WEB Coordinator
-Robotics/Tech Team Coach
-Soccer Coach
-Basketball Coach
-Coordinator of week long, overnight field trip for 6th grade students
Timeline
Junior High Basketball Coach
Hazel I. Jackson Middle School
07.2021 - Current
6th Grade Science Teacher
School District Of Lancaster
01.2018 - Current
4th Grade Teacher
Harrisburg School District
08.2015 - 01.2018
Teacher
Philadelphia City School District
02.2013 - 06.2015
CNA
Willow Valley Retirement Communities
12.2011 - Current
Master of Science - Elementary Education, Reading Specialist
Cabrini University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Early Childhood
Millersville University of Pennsylvania