Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Timeline
Core Value Champion Award
TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment
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Taryn Artis

Austin,TX

Summary

Early childhood educator with strong foundation in early childhood education. Skilled in creating engaging learning environments, fostering child development, and employing effective classroom management techniques. Focuses on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, ensuring reliability and positive outcomes. Proficient in curriculum development, student assessment, and communication with parents. Experienced in integrating art into core curriculum, leading teams, and building strong relationships with students and families. Passionate about cultivating artistic confidence and joy through hands-on learning.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher & Grade Level Chair

KIPP Texas Public Schools
Austin, TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Lead and coach a team of kindergarten teachers through weekly planning meetings, aligning instruction with standards and driving data-informed decisions
  • Design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons integrating art, literacy, and hands-on learning
  • Communicate school initiatives, expectations, and action steps through clear, professional written and verbal communication
  • Model strong instructional practices and provide actionable feedback to support teacher growth and classroom effectiveness
  • Foster a structured, positive classroom culture that supports creativity, self-expression, and social-emotional development

"Ms. Artis fosters a positive, structured, and welcoming classroom environment. Clear expectations and consistent routines support student engagement and minimize lost instructional time. Students feel supported and are willing to participate and take academic risks, contributing to a strong culture of learning." - V.Montez, API of Literacy

"Hello! We truly appreciate your patience and hard work!! THANK YOU! Seeing the way Esteban would come get random hugs from you made my heart melt because it told me he felt safe and happy đź’•Esteban will be coming back to Comunidad for 1st grade in August. Enjoy your summer, well deserved!!" -Parent of 2025

Substitute Teacher

KIPP Texas Public Schools
Austin, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Maintained structured, positive classroom environments using school-wide behavior management systems
  • Adapted quickly to various grade levels, subjects, and classroom dynamics while ensuring instructional continuity
  • Supported student learning through individualized assistance, small group instruction, and active supervision

Family Support Specialist

AmeriCorps Literacy Coalition – PALS
Austin, TX
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Built strong relationships with families to support student literacy development through consistent communication and resource sharing
  • Conducted outreach via phone calls, meetings, and home visits to increase engagement and program participation
  • Collaborated with educators and staff to monitor student progress and connect families with academic and community resources

“I appreciate that you are communicating with your families in their native language. You are
not afraid to make mistakes.”- M.Sanchez, Former Supervisor for PALS

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish World Languages and Culture

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
05-2019

Skills

  • Instruction & Classroom Practice: Lesson design, differentiation, classroom management, art integration, student engagement
  • Leadership & Collaboration: Team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, professional communication, conflict resolution, data-driven decisions
  • Creative & Technical: Digital art tools, visual arts instruction, curriculum design
  • Language: Conversational Spanish for family communication and student support
  • Early childhood development

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher & Grade Level Chair

KIPP Texas Public Schools
07.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher

KIPP Texas Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2022

Family Support Specialist

AmeriCorps Literacy Coalition – PALS
08.2019 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish World Languages and Culture

Valdosta State University

Core Value Champion Award

Persist with Purpose 

TEA Teacher Incentive Allotment

2026 Exemplary Teacher