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Kayla Nartker

Ottawa,OH

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Kalida Local Schools, adept in behavior management and student engagement. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments and enhancing classroom engagement through interactive methods. Recognized for curriculum knowledge and adaptability, consistently delivering positive outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kalida Local Schools
04.2024 - Current
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • 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.

Teacher, Grade 4 Religion

Kalida St. Michael's Parish
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History With AYA Licensure in Social Studies

Bluffton University
Bluffton, OH
05.2027

Bachelor of Arts - Middle Childhood Education: ELA And SS

Bluffton University
Bluffton, OH
05.2027

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Curriculum Knowledge
  • Social Studies Knowledge
  • Adaptable
  • Behavior Management
  • Classroom Organization
  • Lesson Planning

Student Teaching and Field Experience

Student Teacher:                   High School 

  • Social Studies
  • created, prepared, and implemented lesson plans for 4 different classes for the entire semester

Methods Student: Fort Jennings High School

  • American Government, American History, and Psychology
  • prepared and implemented a lesson plan

Observer: Leipsic Junior High and High School

  • American Government and American History
  • presented multiple lessons for the operating teacher

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Kalida Local Schools
04.2024 - Current

Teacher, Grade 4 Religion

Kalida St. Michael's Parish
08.2023 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - History With AYA Licensure in Social Studies

Bluffton University

Bachelor of Arts - Middle Childhood Education: ELA And SS

Bluffton University
Kayla Nartker