Experienced educator with a proven ability to help students improve academic performance through data-driven interventions. Accustomed to both in-person and online instruction. Equally skilled at one-on-one and group instruction with experience in general education and special education in an underserved charter school setting.
Hi, I’m
Kyla Pelletier
St Louis,MO
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
KIPP Wisdom Academy
4th Grade ELA Teacher
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Raised Fundations proficiency scores by over 20% by creating exit tickets and data tracking systems to supplement phonics curriculum.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities including students with IEPs and English Language Learners.
- Earned a 3.9 out of 4 on End of Year Teacher Evaluation for Instruction & Curriculum, including: Affirming and Culturally Responsive, Lesson Preparation, Engagement, and Supporting Exceptional Learners.
- Mentored 4th Grade Teaching Fellow who was promoted to Lead Teacher.
- Undergoing LETRS Certification training.
Teachers As Tutors
Private ELA Tutor
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented methods from Wilson Reading Systems and Fundations to teach decoding and spelling to emerging reader.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Received reports of significant growth in student's confidence and reading scores from parent and classroom teacher.
KIPP Wisdom Academy
Special Education Teacher, Curriculum Developer
08.2018 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Accommodated and taught Literacy lesson plans and materials for in person and virtual instruction.
- Collaborated with general education teachers and adapted quickly to create high quality modified materials.
- Wrote small group literacy lesson plans for elementary schools in KIPP St. Louis Region aligned to our district's assessment standards for over 50 books and short stories; implemented edits and feedback from Director of Curriculum.
- Facilitated professional development for district reading teachers by modeling lessons and facilitating practice sessions.
KIPP Wisdom Academy
2nd Grade Teacher
07.2016 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Received extensive weekly teacher coaching from KIPP St. Louis; implemented strategies from Teach Like a Champion to quickly improve teaching practice.
- Honored with district's "Rookie of the Year" award as a first year teacher with great promise and dedication.
- Evaluated individual student data and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Education
University of Missouri - St LouisSt Louis, MO
Masters of Education
05.2018
University Overview
Principia CollegeElsah, IL
Bachelor of Arts from Educational Theory & Mass Communication
05.2016
University Overview
- Study Abroad: Spain, Spanish Language
- Study Abroad: Finland, Education
Skills
- Educational Data Analysis
- Google Suite
- Zoom (Virtual Presentations)
- Leading Meetings Through Interpreters
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Group Leadership
- Time Management
- Ability To Work Independently
Timeline
Private ELA Tutor
Teachers As Tutors
01.2022 - Current
4th Grade ELA Teacher
KIPP Wisdom Academy
07.2021 - Current
Special Education Teacher, Curriculum Developer
KIPP Wisdom Academy
08.2018 - 05.2021
2nd Grade Teacher
KIPP Wisdom Academy
07.2016 - 05.2018
University of Missouri - St Louis
Masters of Education
Principia College
Bachelor of Arts from Educational Theory & Mass Communication
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