Kimberlei Taylor
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Versatile teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities, and cultural responsive teaching. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience, and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools while fostering academic achievement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intensive Reading Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies in intensive reading curriculum.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive activities, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Assessed individual student progress and tailored lesson plans to address specific needs, ensuring academic growth for all learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced reading skills across various subjects.
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Improved students'' reading comprehension by incorporating diverse texts and engaging activities.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, fostering supportive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with varying exceptionalities, ensuring appropriate accommodations and modifications were provided.
- Collaborated with special education team to create inclusive classroom environment, promoting success of all students.
- Adhered to school policies and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Identified children's collective and individual learning needs to plan, prepare, and deliver instruction to maximize individual learning and capture interest.
Language Arts Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing innovative teaching techniques and multimedia resources.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
- Evaluated student progress and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly, leading to improved performance for struggling learners.
ESE/Staffing Specialist
Accelerated Learning Solutions
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) and monitored student progress through consultation with content area teacher.
- Promptly corresponded with students and parents, coordinated and conducted interviews, and IEP meetings.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor student engagement and academic success.
English Teacher
Accelerated Learning Solutions
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
Substitute Teacher
Acclerated Learning Solutions
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Intensive Reading Teacher
Discovery High School
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Established positive rapport with my students and their parents through home calls, emails, and Schoology.
- Communicated objectives for all lessons, units/projects to students and their parents.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students and small group instruction while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Integrated technology into the classroom as an instructional tool, such as the Smartboard.
- Instructed more than 100 freshman and sophomore high school students through lectures, discussions, group activities, and demonstrations.
English and Language Arts Teacher
Carolina international School
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Instructed middle school Language Arts students grades 7 through direct instruction, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Instructed Study Skills students grades 7-11 through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
- Integrated Smartboard and other instructional technologies into classroom.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Substitute
Monomoy School District
11.2013 - 03.2015
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through a variety of subjects.
- Reviewed and implemented teacher's lesson plans.
- Supported, guided, and monitored students.
Substitute
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
06.2013 - 03.2015
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through a variety of subjects.
- Reviewed and implemented teacher's lesson plans.
- Supported, guided, and monitored students.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education Grades 8-12
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MABachelor of Arts - English: Literature & Criticism
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MASkills
- Outreach Programs
- Student Needs Assessments
- Strong English Language Skills
- Social Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Universal Design Learning/Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Learner Assessment
- Emotional Support
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Creative Instruction Style
- Positive Learning Environment
- Spelling Bee Facilitator
- Learning Platforms: CLEVER, CANVAS, FOCUS, iREADY
Certification
- Florida Department of Education Professional Certificate: 1322212
- Certification: English (grades 6-12)
- Endorsements: Exceptional Student Education (grades K-12), ESOL, and Reading
Timeline
Intensive Reading Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2023 - Current
Varying Exceptionalities Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2021 - 08.2023
Language Arts Teacher
Pinellas County School Board
08.2020 - 06.2021
ESE/Staffing Specialist
Accelerated Learning Solutions
10.2019 - 06.2020
English Teacher
Accelerated Learning Solutions
08.2017 - 10.2019
Substitute Teacher
Acclerated Learning Solutions
03.2017 - 06.2017
Intensive Reading Teacher
Discovery High School
08.2016 - 11.2016
English and Language Arts Teacher
Carolina international School
03.2015 - 01.2016
Substitute
Monomoy School District
11.2013 - 03.2015
Substitute
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
06.2013 - 03.2015
Master of Arts - Secondary Education Grades 8-12
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Bachelor of Arts - English: Literature & Criticism
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
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