KYA JACKSON
Wimauma,FL
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
7th Grade Civics Teacher
Waterset Charter School
Apollo Beach, FL
01.2023 - 01.2026
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
7th Grade Civics/8th Grade U.S. History Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
Riverview, FL
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance and confidence.
Family Engagement Specialist
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence
Chattanooga, TN
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Strengthened relationships between families and school personnel through consistent communication and collaboration.
- Improved student success rates by providing tailored support to families based on individual needs.
- Organized activities that encouraged cultural diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all families.
Student Advisor
Ultimate Medical Academy
Tampa, FL
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided referrals for community resources and mental health professionals for families and students
- Enhanced student retention by providing personalized academic guidance and support.
- Boosted graduation rates through proactive advising on course selection and degree requirements.
- Assisted students in overcoming challenges with effective problem-solving strategies, leading to higher levels of achievement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
Miami, FLFLDOE Certification- Social Science -
FLDOE
Skills
- Classroom management
- Student-centered learning
- Group learning mechanics
- Inquiry-based learning
Timeline
7th Grade Civics Teacher
Waterset Charter School
01.2023 - 01.2026
7th Grade Civics/8th Grade U.S. History Teacher
Hillsborough County Schools
07.2020 - 01.2023
Family Engagement Specialist
Chattanooga Charter School Of Excellence
06.2019 - 12.2019
Student Advisor
Ultimate Medical Academy
11.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Florida International University
FLDOE Certification- Social Science -
FLDOE