Kayla Otero
Orlando,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and enthusiastic student, adept at maintaining a professional demeanor and determined to provide exceptional customer service to all guests. Possesses a friendly attitude, willingness to learn, and an eagerness to grow with a dynamic team through a commitment to delivering outstanding service and support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Floater Teacher
Creative World School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Exercised great adaptability in transitioning between assigned classrooms.
- Established open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child's progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and participation to ensure accountability for all parties involved.
- Monitored up to 22 students simultaneously with confidence and leadership.
- Counseled students needing occasional emotional support.
- Acted as a liaison between students, families, and school administration to address any concerns or issues that arose throughout the academic year.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Floater Teacher
Church In The Gardens Preschool
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their childs education.
- Worked with teacher and administrators to enforce school policies and procedures.
- Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Maintained cleanliness in all classroom areas
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Afterschool Counselor
Meadow Park Elementary
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Enhanced student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into the after-school program.
- Maintained accurate records on student attendance, performance, and behavioral issues for review by program administrators.
- Built productive, lasting connections with individual students.
- Managed a safe and inclusive environment, promoting respect and understanding among diverse groups of students.
- Provided homework assistance to students, reinforcing concepts learned during the school day.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and presentable environment for students and staff
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill Community High School
West Palm Beach, FL05.2018
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2025
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational abilities
- Relationship building and management
- Adaptable
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Conflict Resolution
- Diversity and Inclusion
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Floater Teacher
Creative World School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Floater Teacher
Church In The Gardens Preschool
07.2021 - 12.2022
Afterschool Counselor
Meadow Park Elementary
01.2018 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Forest Hill Community High School
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Palm Beach State College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
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