Kenyata York-Payton
Hampton,GA
Summary
Professional instructional leader prepared to elevate teaching practices and student outcomes. Adept in curriculum design, data analysis, and professional development, always ensuring high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for building trust, fostering positive learning environment, and driving educational success. Experienced with developing and implementing instructional strategies that improve teaching effectiveness. Utilizes data-driven approaches to assess and address educational needs. Track record of fostering professional growth among educators through consistent support and guidance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices in both literacy and numeracy through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Coached in a building of 42 kindergarten through fifth-grade homeroom teachers.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness by providing individualized coaching and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted new teachers to acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Supported data-driven instruction by assisting teachers with analyzing assessment results and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Implemented research-based instructional strategies to address achievement gaps among various student populations, fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.
- Assisted and learned the state's and district's protocol on state testing for elementary schools. Including creating testing protocols and assigning student accommodations in the Ga DRC Insight Platform.
Early Intervention Program Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Upper Elementary Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
10.2016 - 07.2021
- Established an inclusive classroom culture where all students felt valued and respected for their unique abilities and backgrounds.
- Adapted teaching methods according to student performance data, ensuring continuous growth in knowledge retention and application skills.
- Led diverse students to academic success with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Enhanced critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving assignments and real-world examples.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, targeting areas of need for improvement in student performance.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that connected subjects such as math, science, social studies, and language arts.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, conferences, and parent workshops on supporting their child's education at home.
- Successfully managed classroom behavior by implementing clear expectations system and consistent consequences for misbehavior.
- Provided ongoing support for struggling learners through targeted interventions and one-on-one tutoring sessions.
Education
Doctor of Education - Elementary Education
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA12-2025
Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University
Thomaston, GA05-2022
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Management
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA05-2010
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent communication abilities
- Instructional planning skills
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities
- Teaching strategies
- Student Engagement
- Building Rapport and Trust
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Early Intervention Program Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
07.2021 - 10.2022
Upper Elementary Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
10.2016 - 07.2021
Doctor of Education - Elementary Education
Brenau University
Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Management
Clayton State University
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