Tatyana Kennedy
North Kingstown,RI
Summary
Equity-focused educator and teacher-researcher who leverages education policy and research to translate theory into practical, high-impact classroom strategies that improve outcomes for historically marginalized students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coach
Youth Build Prepatory Academy
11.2025 - Current
- Supported teachers with lesson planning, classroom strategies, and student-centered instruction.
- Facilitated brief professional learning sessions on culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices.
- Conducted classroom check-ins and provided actionable, strengths-based feedback.
- Collaborated with school leadership to align curriculum and coaching priorities with the school’s mission.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Youth Build Prepatory Academy
10.2025 - Current
- Developed social studies curriculum aligned to the school’s mission, emphasizing Voice of the Past to deepen historical understanding and student connection to primary sources.
- Designed engaging, project-based lessons that integrated community history, critical thinking, and real-world relevance for opportunity youth.
- Supported diverse learners through differentiated instruction and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Collaborated with staff and community partners to ensure curriculum reflected youth experiences, empowered student voice, and promoted academic success.
Community Impact Facilitator
Teacher For America
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitated workshops and volunteer events to support community engagement and educational equity initiatives.
- Supported TFA corps members and partners in coordinating service projects and strengthening school–community relationships.
Teacher Coach
Achievement First Providence Middle School
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Coached teachers in effective history instruction, modeling strategies that promote inquiry, discussion, and student engagement.
- Supported curriculum planning and alignment to state standards, ensuring rigorous and cohesive lessons across classrooms.
- Analyzed student data with teachers to inform instruction, identify learning gaps, and develop targeted interventions.
- Facilitated professional learning sessions on culturally responsive teaching and student-centered instructional practices.
History Teacher, Grade Five
Achievement First Providence Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2025
- Designed engaging Grade 5 History lessons aligned to state standards, using hands-on activities and multimedia to deepen learning.
- Applied varied instructional strategies to support diverse learners and maintain an inclusive, positive classroom environment.
- Maintained consistent communication with families to share progress, address concerns, and collaborate on student support.
Corps Member
Teach For America | Rhode Island
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Selected for a competitive national service program focused on educational equity and closing achievement gaps.
- Taught 5th-grade history in a high-need school, using differentiated and culturally responsive instruction.
- Designed and delivered student-centered lessons that improved academic outcomes and engagement.
- Partnered with families and school leadership to support holistic student development.
Teacher’s Assistant - English Language Arts
M.A.C.A.D.E.M.Y.
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Facilitated literature discussions and guided students in analyzing texts to deepen their comprehension and critical thinking abilities
- Enhanced student learning by optimizing various instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Assisted in the development of the Interdisciplinary Language Arts curriculum
Education
Master of Arts - Urban Education Policy
Brown University
Providence, RI05-2027
Individualized Master of Education - Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
York College, CUNY
Jamaica, NY05.2022
Certification
- Elementary Education Teacher Certification, Grade K-6 - Rhode Island Department of Education
- Recipient of Stephanie Ogidan Preston Legacy Award - Teach For America
- Urban Education Fellowship - Brown University
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Youth Build Prepatory Academy
11.2025 - Current
High School Social Studies Teacher
Youth Build Prepatory Academy
10.2025 - Current
Community Impact Facilitator
Teacher For America
09.2025 - Current
Teacher Coach
Achievement First Providence Middle School
01.2025 - 10.2025
History Teacher, Grade Five
Achievement First Providence Middle School
08.2023 - 10.2025
Corps Member
Teach For America | Rhode Island
06.2023 - 06.2025
Teacher’s Assistant - English Language Arts
M.A.C.A.D.E.M.Y.
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Urban Education Policy
Brown University
Individualized Master of Education - Education
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
York College, CUNY