Mikayla Payne
San Diego,CA
Summary
Passionate teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fifth Grade English Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
2022.08 - Current
- Design and implement daily lesson plans and assessments to engage students in standard specific math and English language arts.
- Execute instructional and behavioral management strategies to meet the needs of two sets of classes.
- Assess student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Utilize multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Substitute Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
2022.02 - 2022.06
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Managed the classroom effectively to encourage participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
Full-Time Substitute Teacher
Oakland Unified School District
2019.09 - 2021.05
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to provide academic support for students
- Prepared and implemented a reading fluency intervention program to increase the reading skills of Tier 2 and 3 students.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication to increase student attendance and progress
Summer Camp Teacher
Synergy School
2019.07 - 2019.08
- Designed creative arts and crafts projects to foster a fun and engaging summer camp atmosphere.
- Designed and taught age-appropriate activities that catered specifically towards each group''s developmental level.
- Engaged students in after-school indoor and outdoor activities.
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Real English Teachers
2018.06 - 2018.07
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Co-taught English as a Second Language to several classes of students aged 11 to 12 years old
- Supported students in developing pronunciation and conversational skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05.2019
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
Community Involvement
- Instructional Leadership Team, Chula Vista Learning Community Charter, 07/2022 - Current
Collaborate with a team of teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators to improve instruction through focusing on student achievement and learning, and coordinating the improvement of instruction in the school based on data.
- Wellness Champion Program, Sankofa Academy, 01/2020 - 06/2020
Promote physical, mental, emotional, and social wellness throughout the school site. Coordinate with Wellness Champion staff to plan weekly activities and schoolwide events. Create and monitor the Student Wellness Council to encourage leadership and community involvement.
Certification
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, California - 2024-2029
- Apple Teacher Certification - 2024
Timeline
Fifth Grade English Teacher
Chula Vista Elementary School District
2022.08 - Current
Substitute Teacher
San Diego Unified School District
2022.02 - 2022.06
Full-Time Substitute Teacher
Oakland Unified School District
2019.09 - 2021.05
Summer Camp Teacher
Synergy School
2019.07 - 2019.08
English as a Foreign Language Teacher
Real English Teachers
2018.06 - 2018.07
Master of Arts - Education
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, California - 2024-2029
- Apple Teacher Certification - 2024
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