Layna Gray
Summary
Passionate teacher making the transition from social studies to library media specialist. Proven history of creating engaged classroom environments supporting diverse educational styles. Developed lesson plans and classroom management routines that promote relationship-building, motivation, and improved achievement on state and national exams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District
03.2019 - Current
- Teaching three sections of Global 10, including two co-taught sections, and two sections of AP World 10
- Improved grade level passing rates by 6% and Regent's exam passing rates by 8% from 2023–2024
- Creating a Guaranteed Viable Curriculum in both Global 10 and AP World that aligns with the New York State Regents Exam and the AP World: Modern Exam
- Manage classroom behavior effectively through establishing clear expectations, consistent reinforcement, and relationship-building
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Victor Central Schools
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Planned and assumed all teaching responsibilities for various Global 9 and AP World 9 classes
- Coached and refereed the games of the senior high's Quidditch club through Dec. 2018
- Was asked to stay on and take over three Resource Rooms and co-teaching responsibilities
Contract Substitute Teacher
West Irondequoit Central School District
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Facilitated classroom procedures and supervised students in classrooms at all grade levels
- Reported four days per week, working in social studies, English, music, and science classes as well as the library
Education
Master of Science - School Librarianship
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY12-2027
Master of Science - Adolescence Education: Social Studies
State University of New York At Geneseo
Geneseo, NY12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - History With Adolescence Education
State University of New York At Geneseo
Geneseo, NY12-2016
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student engagement
- Collaboration with teachers
- Parent-teacher communication
- Conflict resolution
- Safety awareness
- Program development and management
- Technology integration
- Lesson planning
Certification
New York State Supplementary Certification in Library Media Science, Grades K–12, expected Dec. 2025
New York State Professional Teaching Certification in Social Studies, Grades 7–12, effective February 2023
Leadership
August 2022 – August 2025
Theatre Director & Advisor , Midlakes Theatre Experience , Midlakes High School
- Directed, produced, and organized one drama and one musical per school year
- Managed a staff of colleagues, volunteers, and students in order to produce each show
- Produced and assisted in the design of all technical elements, including sets, lights, and sound
April 2019 – June 2024
Advisor , Midlakes Debate, Alliance, and Equity Clubs , Midlakes High School
- Developed and advised the Debate Club prior to and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic
- Encouraged students to develop solutions to issues with district policy and school culture
- Created safe spaces for students to express themselves freely and without fear
Timeline
Teacher
Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District
03.2019 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Victor Central Schools
03.2018 - 02.2019
Contract Substitute Teacher
West Irondequoit Central School District
01.2018 - 03.2018
Master of Science - School Librarianship
University At Buffalo
Master of Science - Adolescence Education: Social Studies
State University of New York At Geneseo
Bachelor of Arts - History With Adolescence Education
State University of New York At Geneseo
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