KYLEIGH LIVINGSTON
Summary
Engaging educator with a solid background in agriculture, utilizing real-world experience to enhance lesson planning and foster student engagement. Develops interactive learning activities that promote active participation and success in diverse environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Ag in the Classroom Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Broome County
Binghamton, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans focused on food, farming, and where food originates.
- Conducted taste tests, animal visits, and interactive games, facilitating hands-on learning opportunities that connected students with food and farming.
- Partnered with local farmers to incorporate real-world insights into curriculum.
- Organized engaging activities and resources that significantly increased student participation in learning experiences.
- Established positive relationships, fostering a safe and comfortable learning environment that encouraged student engagement.
- Integrated multimedia tools, including videos and audio recordings, into lesson plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay informed on current educational trends.
Farm Laborer/Operator
Ridge View Farms
Richford, NY
01.2012 - Current
- Developed a strong work ethic from a young age
- Successfully managed the daily care and feeding of over 100 livestock, ensuring optimal health and growth
- Operate and maintain various agricultural machinery, including tractors, combines, and planters, resulting in consistent farm productivity
- Trained and supervised seasonal workers, improving labor efficiency during peak seasons
- Managed post-harvest activities, including sorting, packing, and storing crops, ensuring quality for market delivery
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on farming equipment, reducing downtime and extending lifespan
- Acquired skills in agriculture through hands-on experience on family farm
- Adapted to various roles on the farm, learning new skills with each task
- Family owned and operated dairy farm, turned beef and crop farm
Substitute Teacher
Whitney Point Central School District
Whitney Point, NY
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Facilitated flexible and effective classroom management across various grade levels and subjects, ensuring continuity of learning during teacher absences.
- Maintained disciplined and positive learning environment, effectively addressing and managing student behavior to support academic engagement.
- Received commendations from school administrators for reliability, professionalism, and ability to manage challenging classroom situations
- Adapt quickly to various classroom environments, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to manage multiple subjects effectively
- Demonstrated multitasking and problem-solving skills in managing classroom activities and responding to diverse student needs.
- Acquired experience in a fast-paced, high-stress environment by effectively handling various classroom challenges.
Seasonal Administrative Assistant
Fedrick R Xlander PC
Johnson City, NY
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Accurately organized and maintained over 10,000 physical files, reducing retrieval times by 30%
- Streamlined office operations by organizing and maintaining files, resulting in an increase in efficiency
- Organized and sorted files efficiently to enhance overall office workflow
- Supported administrative functions in law office to maintain operational effectiveness
- Transported and archived thousands of files to the designated storage facility.
- Carefully assisted in large shred for outdated files that no longer needed to be on record
Laborer/Cashier
Kimberly's Greenhouse
Glen Aubrey, NY
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Streamlined checkout processes, enhancing customer experience by minimizing wait times
- Assisted customers with inquiries and needs, fostering a welcoming shopping environment
- Developed customer service techniques, efficiency, and organization
- Enhanced plant care and maintenance routines
- Organized and maintained over 100 plant varieties, ensuring accurate labeling and optimal care
- Conducted regular quality checks on plants, ensuring only top-quality stock was displayed for sale
- Packaged thousands of plants for delivery being efficient yet delicate and mindful
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Therapeutic Horsemanship, Minor in Agricultural Education
State University of New York At Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY05-2025
Skills
- Agricultural knowledge
- Lesson planning
- Student Engagement
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Organization
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Determination
- Quick Learner
- Independent
- Responsible
- Positive
- Efficient
Activities
- Broome County 4H, Member, 2009 - 2022
- Showstoppers 4H Club, Member, 2009 - 2022, President (2021-2022), Vice President (2019-2021), Secretary (2017-2019)
- National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA), Member, 2017 - Present
- Maine Mavericks Horse Club, Member, 2008 - Present
- Farm Bureau, Member, 2015 - Present
- Center Lisle Church and Lisle Fire Station, Volunteer work, 2014 - Present
Timeline
Ag in the Classroom Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension Of Broome County
06.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Whitney Point Central School District
09.2023 - 01.2025
Seasonal Administrative Assistant
Fedrick R Xlander PC
07.2021 - 08.2024
Laborer/Cashier
Kimberly's Greenhouse
02.2019 - 06.2023
Farm Laborer/Operator
Ridge View Farms
01.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Technology - Therapeutic Horsemanship, Minor in Agricultural Education
State University of New York At Cobleskill