Kaylyn Vosti
Newton,Texas
Summary
I consider myself a compassionate, dedicated, and hardworking individual with expertise in early childhood education and development, as well as in special education and instructional leadership. I have 8 years of extensive experience planning and implementing classroom instructional strategies in both general and special education settings. I am dedicated to providing fun, academic, and inclusive environments while closely monitoring student progress, adapting to particular learning needs and abilities of students, and maintaining needed schedules and routines. I am committed to helping diverse learners reach their maximum potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-K Inclusion Teacher
Newton ISD
Newton, Texas
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
6th Grade Math Teacher
Newton ISD
Newton, Texas
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Fostered students' commitment to lifelong learning by connecting course materials to broader themes and current events.
- Conferred with specialists to support needs of students with individualized educational plans.
- Instructed students and supported understanding of math concepts.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Evaluated submitted assignments for clarity and skills, assigned grades and discussed results with struggling students to enhance understanding of course objectives.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Documented student assignments, attendance and test scores in online reporting systems.
Math Inclusion Teacher
Newton ISD
Newton, Texas
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Delivered specialized classroom instruction to students with developmental disorders.
- Collaborated with conventional education instructors across multiple departments to optimize student learning.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and identify weak points.
- Completed IEP progress reports with individualized notes and improvement strategies.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Developed individualized lesson plans based on each student's IEP goals.
Pre-K Teacher
Newton ISD
Newton, Texas
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
- Taught children foundational skills in letters, numbers, shapes, and colors.
- Distributed quarterly progress assessments and milestone reports to each parent.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related, or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Promoted good behaviors by using positive reinforcement methods with children.
Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf
Beaumont Independent School District
Beaumont, Texas
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with school personnel and stakeholders in the development of individualized educational plans.
- Organized and facilitated meetings with parents, teachers, administrators, and related service providers to discuss student progress.
- Conducted assessments and evaluations for students with special needs.
- Provided instruction in accordance with IEP goals and objectives.
- Monitored student progress through data collection and analysis techniques.
- Provided support to general education teachers in addressing the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as speech-language pathologists or occupational therapists to develop IEPs for students.
- Provided consultation services for faculty members on best practices for teaching students with disabilities.
Life Skills Teacher
Newton Isd
Newton, Texas
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum to teach life skills such as budgeting, communication, problem-solving and decision-making.
- Organized field trips to expose students to real world scenarios that would require them to practice their newly acquired life skills.
- Conducted assessments of student's progress in order to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Provided individualized support for those struggling with social or emotional problems, helping them develop strategies for dealing with these issues.
- Collaborated with school counselors, administrators, parents and other staff members to ensure an effective learning environment for all students.
- Created lesson plans designed to introduce basic life skills such as time management, organization and goal setting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when working with challenging behaviors in order to promote a safe learning atmosphere within the classroom.
- Adapted instructional material based on each student's individual needs so that everyone could have access to quality education regardless of ability level.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Alameda, CA08.2014
Some College (No Degree) -
Angelina College
Lufkin, TXSkills
- Time Management
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Problem Solving
- School Policy and Rules Enforcement
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- School Community Relations
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Clear and Direct Communication
- Documentation
- Goal Setting
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Individual Student Instruction
- Classroom Rules Establishment
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Needs Identification and Assessment
- Transition planning
- IEP compliance
- Differentiated Instruction
Timeline
Life Skills Teacher
Newton Isd
08.2023 - Current
Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf
Beaumont Independent School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
Pre-K Inclusion Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2019 - 01.2023
6th Grade Math Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2017 - 08.2019
Math Inclusion Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2016 - 08.2017
Pre-K Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Education - Special Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Some College (No Degree) -
Angelina College
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