SAUNDRA BAYLOR
Substitute Teacher
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Flexible substitute with three years classroom experience, strong in middle school English and behavior management. Specialized training in ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, and positive classroom management. Strong at supporting diverse learners, keeping things calm and stepping in fast. Passionate about supporting the school’s mission of academic excellence, superior school culture, operational performance, and student growth.
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Duval County Public Schools (via ESS)
Jacksonville, FL
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Acted as sole long-term substitute in kindergarten autism behavior disorder classroom; managed full-day instruction, IEPs; routines, and behavioral support after lead teacher departure.
- Delivered one-on-one coaching for non-verbal and high-needs students. Two achieved breakthroughs: one transferred child began speaking in full sentences, another started using one-and-two-word responses after months of silence.
- Earned strong family trust; parents and grandparents praised progress at transition meeting, crediting consistent care.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
1999-2022 Senior Collection Specialist
Wells Fargo & Company
Jacksonville, FL
02.1999 - 08.2022
- Cultivated a professional demeanor when dealing with difficult customers, displaying empathy while remaining assertive in achieving desired outcomes.
- Optimized account prioritization by analyzing customer data, enabling more targeted and effective collection efforts.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Counseling
Jacksonville Theological Seminary & Sarasota Academy of Christian Counseling
Jacksonville, FL 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Accounting/Data Processing
West Virginia Career College
Daytona Beach, FL 05.2001 -
Skills
Classroom Management & Behavioral Support (ADHD/Autism)
Accomplishments
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
Certification
Certificate: Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussions in School- University of Colorado Boulder
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Duval County Public Schools (via ESS)
03.2023 - 02.2026
Ph.D. - Clinical Counseling
Jacksonville Theological Seminary & Sarasota Academy of Christian Counseling
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Accounting/Data Processing
West Virginia Career College
05.2001 -
1999-2022 Senior Collection Specialist
Wells Fargo & Company
02.1999 - 08.2022