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Kaylyn Weston

Orlando,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator with proven expertise in instructional strategies and classroom management, honed across roles with Seminole County Schools and private tutoring. Recognized for elevating student engagement through positive reinforcement and formative assessment techniques. Trusted for exceptional teaching methodologies, resulting in being requested by teachers. Demonstrates a blend of hard and soft skills critical for fostering educational success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Seminole County Schools
08.2024 - Current
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Tutor

Private Homes
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Created lesson plans and assignments during COVID-19 when schools were closed for quarantine.

Tutor Volunteer

Broward County Library
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Determined concepts needing priority focus of tutorial sessions by reviewing and assessing student work, notes and discussions.
  • Communicated with parents and teachers regarding student progress and areas of concern.
  • Assisted students with homework using curriculum and materials provided by program.
  • Identified areas of educational opportunity and developed educational plan with activities to promote comprehension.

Education

Master of Arts - Advanced Teaching (Current Program)

University of The People
Pasadena, CA
08-2026

Teaching & Learning in The Diverse Classroom Cert -

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
08-2024

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05-2024

Skills

Instructional Strategies

Teaching methodologies

Multi-Subject Instruction

Positive Reinforcement

Formative Assessment Techniques

Group Instruction

Classroom Management

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Seminole County Schools
08.2024 - Current

Tutor

Private Homes
08.2019 - 08.2022

Tutor Volunteer

Broward County Library
08.2018 - 12.2020

Master of Arts - Advanced Teaching (Current Program)

University of The People

Teaching & Learning in The Diverse Classroom Cert -

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Central Florida
Kaylyn Weston