Kyro Taylor
Amherst, OH ,United States
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at East Holmes Local Schools, adept in leveraging organizational and time management skills to enhance educational strategies and community programming. Excelled in analytical thinking and cultural awareness, significantly boosting special education effectiveness. Expert in federal and state laws, achieving strategic goals through innovative solutions and community engagement. Results-focused student services professional with robust background in student affairs and academic support. Demonstrated ability to foster team collaboration and drive student success through effective communication, strategic planning, and program development. Adaptable and reliable, skilled in conflict resolution, student counseling, and program implementation. Strong advocate for student well-being and development, ensuring supportive and inclusive educational environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Open Door Christian School (Upper School Campus)
07.2023 - Current
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Established intervention programs for struggling students, improving overall academic achievement levels at the school.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, attendance, & implementation of SEL initiatives.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Assistant Principal
Max Hayes High School (CMSD)
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Created district wide organizational system that supported data recording for special education department.
- Networking with community organizations to develop educational programming and opportunities.
- Optimized student educational strategies with clear advice on intervention, transition and inclusion options.
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
- Developed & organized transition to high school & post-secondary opportunities for students.
- Spearheaded professional development initiatives, fostering an environment of continuous growth for staff members.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to students, staff and community members, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Coordinated SEL initiatives to improve overall staff & student well-being to improve learning outcomes.
- Intentional collaboration with Multilingual Department, ESL teachers, & families of EL to enhance the educational experience.
- Constructed the school's first MTSS during & post-pandemic.
Assistant Principal
Charles Mooney K-8 (CMSD)
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Recruitment, evaluated, supervised & retained a diverse academic staff of 40 plus.
- Reduced scholar’s discipline rate by 9% by implementing a proactive discipline program.
- Increased scholar’s Conditions For Learning (CFL’s) scores altering the academic approach and atmosphere.
- Enhanced parental involvement and participation by 32% through Watch D.O.G.S. Program, scholar-led activities, & community resource events.
- Initiated and monitored attendance trends, conducted home visits, and parent conferences to ensure student success.
- Utilized an effective instructional coaching and feedback framework with educators to ensure high-leverage results.
- Incorporated and collaborated with various organizations such as Fuel Up To Play 60, Ambassadors of Compassion, Youth For Christ, All School Assembly Programs (ASAP), Horizon Education Services, Diversity Center, etc. to ensure students holistic success.
- Collaborated, created, and implemented an anti-bullying (NOW) and peer mediation (WAVE) teams that were put into place.
- Successfully managed, monitored, and evaluated school budget prioritizing school/student needs.
- Interim Head Principal for the 2015-2016 School Year.
- Thorough knowledge, adoption, and implementation with some of most effective and current curriculum models that drive decision-making based on data and trends such as Marzano, Differentiated Instruction, Danielson, and Understanding by Design by Wiggins & McTighe.
- Knowledgeable about Effect Size (ES) scores and its implications on implementing strategies that utilize best practices within the classroom.
Health/Driver's Education Instructor
John Handley High School
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Delivering sound and effective lessons stemming from Marzano’s highly engaged classroom model, including multiple assessments tools, effective pacing, differentiation, and studying/tracking progress.
- Utilizing thinking maps to synthesize information and impact student’s working memory to achieve Virginia’s Standards of Learning (SOL’s).
- Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure a conducive and optimal learning environment.
- Excellent track record in coaching and sport participation.
- Certified in CPR and sports safety and coaching fundamentals.
- Remarkable abilities to train and motivate players.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Health/Physical Education
Taylor University
Upland, IN01-2011
Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Multicultural Competence
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Crisis Management
- Student advocacy
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Knowledge of Federal and State laws regarding special education
- Needs Assessment and Strategic Planning
- Community & Parent Engagement
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Principal Certification - Ohio Department of Education.
- Crisis Management in Schools Certificate – American Institute for Crisis Management in Schools.
- Conflict Resolution Certificate - eCornell University.
- Biblical Counseling Certified - Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC - Lafayette, IN).
Activities
Coaching Sports
Resistance Training
Biking
Hiking
Kayaking
Traveling
Mentoring
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Open Door Christian School (Upper School Campus)
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Max Hayes High School (CMSD)
08.2017 - 06.2022
Assistant Principal
Charles Mooney K-8 (CMSD)
08.2013 - 06.2016
Health/Driver's Education Instructor
John Handley High School
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Principal Certification - Ohio Department of Education.
- Crisis Management in Schools Certificate – American Institute for Crisis Management in Schools.
- Conflict Resolution Certificate - eCornell University.
- Biblical Counseling Certified - Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC - Lafayette, IN).
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Baldwin Wallace University
Bachelor of Science - Health/Physical Education
Taylor University
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