Keira Payne
Conifer,CO
Summary
Passionate about positive leadership. Enthusiastic about fostering a safe and welcoming space in any setting. Ability to be adaptive for children with diverse needs in various situations. Solid background in organizing and leading activities. Experienced in problem solving conflict. Skilled in effective communication, promoting positivity, reliability, and mutual respect. Passionate about creating supportive settings and demonstrating impactful inclusive leadership.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Instructor
Peak Academy of Dance
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Structured classes using different strategies for each student/class based on learning styles and prior knowledge
- Fostered a supportive learning environment with positive reinforcement
- Implemented rules and promoted mutual respect and gentle discipline
High School Leader
Outdoor Lab, Windy Peak
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Volunteered as a leader four separate times in January 23rd-26th 2024, February 28th- March 1st 2024, April 16th-19th 2024, May 13th-15th 2024
- Created a safe and welcoming space for all sixth graders. Included multiple students with social anxiety, ADHD, and students on the autism spectrum.
- Educated while maintaining an enthusiastic and positive learning experience
- Modeled the core values of Outdoor Lab including leadership, responsibility, and respect in the outdoor and indoor spaces
- Problem solved conflicts with appropriate communication between students
Unified Mentor
Conifer High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked with special education students, mentored and assisted during adaptive physical education and academics
- Mentored students working on healthy coping skills in times of frustration
- Assisted students during tasks based on each student and their individual needs
- Set boundaries and made personal connections with each student
Part Time Nanny
Christina Boehmer
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed strong communication with parents
- Supported child in activities, crafts, and outdoor play
- Made the child feel heard and respected while setting reasonable boundaries
Education
Hearing Speech And Language Sciences
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2028
High School Diploma -
Conifer High School
Conifer, CO05-2024
Skills
- Instructional leadership
- Adaptive thinking
- Empathy
- Organization
- Inclusive leadership
- Effective communication
- Positivity
- Reliability
Timeline
High School Leader
Outdoor Lab, Windy Peak
01.2024 - 05.2024
Dance Instructor
Peak Academy of Dance
08.2023 - 06.2024
Part Time Nanny
Christina Boehmer
06.2023 - 08.2023
Unified Mentor
Conifer High School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Hearing Speech And Language Sciences
Ohio University
High School Diploma -
Conifer High School
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