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Stacey Jill Taylor
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with a proven track record of successfully leading student discussions and providing individualized instruction. Effectively communicates with administrators, faculty, and parents to ensure a collaborative learning environment. Well-versed in educational standards and innovative teaching methods, consistently striving to create engaging and inclusive classroom experiences for students.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Harmony Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Enhanced classroom engagement with the use of interactive whiteboards and other multimedia tools.
- Promoted positive behavior by establishing a consistent system of rewards and consequences for students.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and upcoming events.
- Assessed student learning through ongoing formative assessments, allowing for targeted instruction based on individual needs.
- Increased individualized attention for each student by utilizing small group instruction strategies during class time.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
Kindergarten Teacher
Tomball ISD
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the field, offering guidance based on personal experience in teaching kindergarten ESL students.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by taking an interest in their lives outside the classroom setting, creating trust within the learning community.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of improvement for each student, targeting interventions effectively.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Teamed with other professionals to enhance student learning experiences.
Principal Secretary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Supervised paraprofessional staff (15) and after-school student receptionists (2)
- Managed and maintained all school calendars and websites
- Additional support to finance department on a daily basis or with special events
Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
- Enhanced student motivation and participation through the development of diverse, hands-on learning experiences.
- Served on school committees focused on improving instructional practices, furthering professional growth, and advancing educational initiatives.
- Led extracurricular activities such as after-school tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.
Middle School Secretary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Promoted prompt resolution of issues by serving as a liaison between administrators, teachers, parents, students when necessary.
- Assisted in the development of a positive school environment by greeting parents, students, and staff with professionalism and enthusiasm.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among staff members by organizing team-building activities and social events throughout the year.
- Coordinated substitute teacher arrangements to ensure minimal disruption to classroom instruction during teacher absences.
Education
Master of Education - Reading
University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Texas at the Permian Basin
Odessa, TX05.1989
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Adaptable
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student records management
Certification
- Reading Specialist EC-12, Texas (3/31/2027)
- ESL Generalist EC-4, Texas (3/31/2027)
Interests
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Harmony Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Lead Kindergarten Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2022 - 07.2024
Kindergarten Teacher
Tomball ISD
01.2016 - 01.2022
Principal Secretary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2011 - 01.2015
Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2008 - 01.2011
Middle School Secretary
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
University of Texas at the Permian Basin
Master of Education - Reading
University of Texas at Tyler
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