Polly Killian

Gained foundational experience in teaching math and science to third-grade students.

Collaborated on lesson plan development to enhance student engagement and comprehension.

• Tracked student data to monitor academic progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Created spiraled reviews to reinforce new skills for long-term retention.

Developed rigorous study plans for students two or more years below grade level.
Applied Orton-Gillingham training to enhance lesson retention and student progress.
Monitored student progress weekly, monthly, and quarterly to track improvements.

• Collaborated with teachers to seamlessly integrate reading strategies into lesson plans, improving overall literacy instruction.
• Developed individualized reading plans for diverse student needs.
• Implemented evidence-based strategies to significantly enhance reading comprehension skills among diverse learners.
• Collaborated with teachers to integrate literacy instruction across subjects.

Engaged middle school students by tailoring instruction to their interests, fostering personal discovery in reading and writing, resulting in students winning writing contests and becoming avid readers.

• Implemented diverse teaching strategies that accommodated various learning styles, promoting inclusive learning and student participation.
• Facilitated classroom discussions that enhanced critical thinking and communication skills among students.