Stephanie Taylor

• Implemented school-wide Reading RTI tracking tools to evaluate successes and areas needing improvement for 50+ teachers and 600+ students.
• Collaborated weekly with ELA team/teachers school-wide to assess student needs, set Reading objectives/goals, and discuss Reading strategies.
• Coached targeted teachers remotely with focus on developing curriculum knowledge, classroom management, ELA standards, and Science of Reading.
• Monitored Reading RTI student progress bi-weekly and provided feedback to Teachers and RTI Team support. Student reading growth increased 200% from previous academic year. Teachers Reading EOY RTI Evaluations increased by 40% from BOY Evaluations.
• Differentiated teaching techniques to motivate teachers to engage students in learning from Teach Like A Champion, Pre-Referral Intervention, & UFLI.
• Mentored and motivated Lower Elementary subgroup students by providing accurate feedback, positive reinforcement, empowerment, and self-confidence in bi-weekly small groups.
• Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps and collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to determine how best to support student success.
• Pushed into RTI Classes and worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
• Administered standardized tests (TCAP, AIMS, NWEA) to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
• Issued RTI reports updating students, parents, and teachers on student progress for BOY, MOY, & EOY.

Key Achievements and Outcomes:

• More than 50% of 2-8 grade students achieved Reading growth at EOY.
• 93% of ELA Teachers received 100% on their Reading RTI EOY Evaluations
• Student reading growth increased 200% from previous academic year.
• Teachers Reading EOY RTI Evaluations increased by 40% from BOY Evaluations.

Developed and delivered a dynamic English curriculum for multiple classes, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required topics and achieving exceptional student outcomes.

• Utilized multimedia strategies, online resources, and technology to enhance traditional course materials, resulting in increased student engagement and achievement.
• Created and implemented effective assessments to measure student progress accurately, providing targeted feedback to improve performance and promote academic success.
• Fostered critical thinking and analytical skills through engaging activities and stimulating class discussions, resulting in enhanced student learning outcomes.
• Designed and facilitated innovative remote group projects, fostering teamwork and problem-solving abilities among students.
• Collaborated remotely with fellow teachers to provide support and assistance to struggling students, addressing comprehension challenges and promoting academic growth.
• Actively participated in remote professional development opportunities, staying current with teaching best practices and continuously enhancing educator skills.
• Presented remote guest lectures at conferences and other events, sharing expertise and contributing to professional development of fellow educators.

Key Achievements and Outcomes:

• Achieved highest district and state scores among students in school, demonstrating exceptional academic performance.
• Mentored and coached teachers who attained second and third-highest scores among all educators, showcasing successful instructional guidance and leadership.
• Received perfect score on professionalism evaluation, exemplifying strong commitment to professional standards and excellence.
• Taught ELA to 25-50 students in classroom setting each school year

To leverage my expertise in diverse curriculum development, effective classroom management, and technology integration as an online teacher, providing engaging and impactful instruction to clients while fostering their technological skills.

• Developed and implemented diverse curricula, incorporating Tennessee's Common Core State Standards and ISTE Standards into problem-based lesson planning, resulting in demonstrable results for students.
• Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 300+ students.
• Established strong relationships and open communication channels with parents from varied backgrounds, fostering supportive educational environment.
• Created and attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and train K-6 teachers.
• Collaborated with grade-level teams on projects, grouping students based on abilities and providing differentiated instruction.
• Led data dialogue meetings, analyzing student growth and setting goals to improve proficiency levels.
• Trained and developed students' skills in Google and Microsoft Word Applications including word processing, docs, outlook, powerpoint, spreadsheet, typing, learning programs, etc.
• Managed and maintained computer systems, equipment, and mobile devices by troubleshooting hardware and software issues.

Key Achievements and Outcomes:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with use of technology-based productivity tools, mainly Google, Apple, and Microsoft Applications.
• Experience teaching 1st & 4th and supporting K-4th Amplify CKLA/ELA .
• Able to navigate instruction with different Learning Management Systems (Schoology, Clever, Google Classroom, Canvas, BlackBoard, TVS etc.).

Highly skilled and creative Lead Teaching Artist with expertise in art, film, photography, and theatre. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement engaging and comprehensive instructional programs in multiple artistic disciplines. Passionate about fostering artistic growth, critical thinking, and self-expression in students.

Theatre

• Designed and delivered theatre curriculum, teaching acting techniques, stagecraft, improvisation, and script analysis.
• Directed student performances, enabling students to develop their acting skills, stage presence, collaborative abilities and monologues.
• Created supportive and inclusive environment, fostering self-confidence and teamwork among students.
• Foster strong community of students, parents, faculty, staff, and neighbors.
• Introduce students to range of skills developed in theater, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication.
• Facilitated learning with aids, technology and equipment to stimulate higher-level thinking.
• Modeled creative acting styles and techniques encompassing varied history genres and performance techniques.

Film

• Developed and implemented film-focused curriculum, teaching students the fundamentals of filmmaking, including storyboarding, storytelling, scriptwriting, camera techniques, editing, and film festival submissions.
• Guided students in producing short films, providing hands-on experience in all stages of the filmmaking process, from pre-production to post-production.
• Introduced students to industry-standard film equipment and software, nurturing their technical skills and artistic vision.
• Independently oversaw student edited films and more than 75 film projects, ensuring high-quality output.
• Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
• Organize a film student showcase screening to display completed projects.
• Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.

Photography

• Developed photography curriculum, teaching students the fundamentals of composition, lighting, and visual storytelling.
• Collaborated with organizations such as LifeTouch bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
• Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
• Instructed students on operating cameras, editing software, and post-processing techniques to enhance their technical skills.
• Guided students in capturing impactful images and developing their artistic style through various photography projects.
• Managed multiple projects, sessions, and multiple camera set-ups concurrently which ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.
• Directed students' positioning and resolved conflicts to capture natural and appealing photographs.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Collaborated with fellow educators to integrate graphic art, film, photography, and theatre into interdisciplinary projects and performances.
• Organized showcases and exhibitions to display students' graphic art, films, photographs, and theatrical productions.
• Stayed updated on emerging trends and best practices in graphic art, film, photography, and theatre through professional development opportunities.

• Coordinated with talent relations department to facilitate execution and payment of talent contracts.
• Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and quality assurance reviewing.
• Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
• Streamlined processes to minimize production delays and achieve intended strategy.
• Held 30+ production meetings and weekly production calls to address progress, relevant concerns and objectives.
• Managed capture and editing of video footage to monitor consistency.
• Completed all 30+ projects on-time and under-budget.
• Oversaw and managed video production needs for diverse audiences on behalf of festivals.
• Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for programming.
• Produced and edited high impact segments and stories.

Results-driven professional with a proven track record in video production, teaching, and training. Seeking the position of Training Specialist to leverage my expertise in curriculum development, instructional design, and leadership skills to develop and deliver effective training programs that enhance employee skills and performance.

• Developed job-specific competencies and performance standards.
• Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
• Wrote training manuals for 30 employees and 5 positions according to strict company guidelines and protocols.
• Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
• Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
• Trained, mentored, and onboarded 30 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
• Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring.
• Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice materials for 30 employees and 5 training courses.