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Kayla Valencia

Austin,TX

Summary

Adept in fostering strong relationships, leveraged critical thinking and differentiated instruction to advance educational outcomes at Round Rock ISD, embodying a positive role model while driving professional development

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Operations Coordinator

Porter Candle Supply
08.2023 - Current
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.

Educator and Team Leader

Round Rock Independent School District
07.2019 - 05.2023
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
  • Enhanced staff performance through ongoing training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
  • Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
  • Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.

STEM Robotics Camp Counselor

Keep Austin Smart
06.2015 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced camper experience by incorporating hands-on STEM activities and collaborative projects.
  • Helped campers develop problem-solving skills through guided inquiry and experimentation.
  • Coordinated daily schedules for assigned groups of students ensuring smooth transitions between sessions and activities.
  • Implemented feedback from previous years'' evaluations to improve future iterations of the STEM Camp program continually.
  • Evaluated camper progress regularly, adjusting teaching strategies as needed to maximize learning potential.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2019

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Austin Community College
Austin, TX
05.2015

Skills

  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Relationship Building
  • Critical Thinking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Professional development workshops

Accomplishments

  • Served on the Professional Development Team, creating workshops and courses to further the skills and knowledge of my colleagues
  • Apart of the inaugural staff in opening a brand new elementary school and was the 3rd grade Team Lead

Certification

  • Texas Educator's Certificate (Core Subjects EC-6, English as a Second Language)

Timeline

Lead Operations Coordinator

Porter Candle Supply
08.2023 - Current

Educator and Team Leader

Round Rock Independent School District
07.2019 - 05.2023

STEM Robotics Camp Counselor

Keep Austin Smart
06.2015 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Texas State University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Austin Community College

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