Kayla Owen
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Compassionate Kindergarten Teacher with 7 years of experience. Provides a nurturing, safe, and positive learning environment with effective classroom management procedures. Provides a learning environment that fosters growth and development in children. Collaborates well with colleagues and parents to best meet the individual needs of each student.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Grape Creek Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Followed classroom plans left by classroom teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Homemaker
Self
05.2020 - 09.2024
- Provided care for premature infant and toddler at home.
- Maintained household chores and responsibilities.
- Scheduled and maintained all medical, specialists, and therapy appointments.
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten
San Angelo Independent School District
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans and activities to cover required course material
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to learn from mistakes and improve their performance.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating safe, nurturing, respectful, and productive learning atmosphere.
- Instructed groups of up to 4 or 5 students and provided individual support.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional and behavioral strategies.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Elisa Griffith - Dave Watson Associates
05.2009 - 08.2012
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief
- Implemented Picture Exchange Communication System (PEC's) under the guidance of his speech therapist to enhance and develop communication skills.
- Enhanced quality of life for special needs individuals by providing personalized care and attention.
Daycare Teacher
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
06.2006 - 05.2009
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate positive reinforcement systems.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX12.2012
Skills
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Classroom Management
- Group and individual instruction
- Adaptable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Grape Creek Independent School District
09.2023 - Current
Homemaker
Self
05.2020 - 09.2024
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten
San Angelo Independent School District
08.2013 - 05.2020
Caregiver, Special Needs
Elisa Griffith - Dave Watson Associates
05.2009 - 08.2012
Daycare Teacher
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
06.2006 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Angelo State University
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