Kyla Dennis
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record of maintaining quality, well-documented work, evidenced by leadership roles at AmeriCorps and the West Suburban YMCA. Excelled in classroom management, student engagement, delivering data-supported interventions, lesson planning, and fostering collaborative environments; thus significantly enhancing learning outcomes and operational efficiency. Skilled in Microsoft and adept at time management, consistently achieving and surpassing goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging lesson plans across diverse subjects for K-12 students.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques and effective communication.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet individual learning needs and accommodate various abilities.
- Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and behavior reports.
Lead Reading Tutor
AmeriCorps
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Worked with students ages 5 to 9 years old.
- Maintained accurate records of tutoring sessions, tracking attendance, goals achieved, and areas requiring continued focus.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to address specific reading difficulties experienced by individual students.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions, focusing on academic subject areas.
- Evaluated student performance using formal assessments, guiding the development of effective tutoring strategies.
- Offered peer support and mentoring to the tutor cohort as a Lead Tutor.
Youth Dance Instructor
West Suburban YMCA
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Instruct children from ages 3 to 12 years old.
- Created a healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules, and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Choreographed routines for recitals and performances.
Service Advocate
Target
Franklin, Wisconsin
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Managed credit card payments, processed returns, kept record of online orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Supported team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Sales/Closing Specialist
Family Video
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store-closing procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed transactions in accordance with company protocol.
- Oversaw customer accounts and resolved disputes.
- Qualified CBD Sales Associate.
Youth Dance Instructor
Oshkosh Recreation Department
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Instructed children from ages 3 to 8 years old in ballet, pom, and jazz.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and providing engaging lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12-2025
Skills
- Records management
- Assessment skills
- Data analysis
- Data-driven instruction
- Proficient in Microsoft
- Time management
- Lesson planning
- Classroom and behavior management
- Special education
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
Taught English at the Milwaukee Public Library to adults who were learning it as their second language.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Services
10.2025 - Current
Lead Reading Tutor
AmeriCorps
10.2023 - 06.2025
Youth Dance Instructor
West Suburban YMCA
09.2023 - 05.2024
Service Advocate
Target
10.2020 - 05.2022
Sales/Closing Specialist
Family Video
07.2020 - 09.2020
Youth Dance Instructor
Oshkosh Recreation Department
07.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee