Tayaka Daniels
Katy
Summary
Educational leader with expertise in implementing instructional strategies that enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Demonstrated ability to foster a positive learning environment while mentoring faculty and collaborating with parents to strengthen support services and community involvement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
McFee Elementary
Katy
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated faculty in implementing curriculum and instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Coordinated student discipline policies and conflict resolution strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student engagement and support services.
- Monitored classroom environments to foster a positive learning atmosphere and support student engagement.
- Assisted in budget planning and resource allocation for school programs.
- Evaluated staff performance through targeted observations and constructive feedback to promote professional growth.
- Guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve leadership and teaching effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed by staff members during school events.
- Evaluated student behavior issues by reviewing established discipline standards and noting trends in infractions.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans, and feedback from parents and students.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
Testing Coordinator, Instructional Specialist, At-Risk Specialist
Hemmenway Elementary School
Houston
06.2012 - 06.2022
- Coordinated testing schedules and logistics for student assessments.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure testing materials were ready and accessible.
- Trained staff on testing procedures and best practices for student support.
- Monitored test administration to uphold integrity and compliance standards.
- Analyzed test data to pinpoint specific instructional strategies needing enhancement.
- Developed training resources for staff to enhance their understanding of assessment tools.
- Provided feedback on proposed design changes or feature enhancements before implementation.
- Facilitated professional development workshops, equipping educators with effective math best practices.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement.
- Mentored new teachers on classroom management and lesson delivery techniques.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to promote math education initiatives.
- Developed instructional materials, including worksheets, activities, and assessments, to support diverse learning needs.
Instructional Specialist, Reading Interventionist
Horne Elementary School
Houston
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with teachers to design and implement targeted instructional strategies, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Analyzed student assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
- Provided one-on-one support to students needing additional assistance.
- Supported teachers in adhering to IEPs and monitoring student progress.
- Implemented improvements to the school curriculum to address areas of underperformance.
- Coordinated technology integration into lesson plans, optimizing student interaction and accessibility.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for teaching staff.
- Documented best practices for leveraging technology, contributing to increased student achievement and instructional effectiveness.
Fifth Grade Mathematics and Science Teacher
Chancellor Elementary School
Houston
08.2004 - 06.2005
- Developed engaging science curriculum aligned with state standards to foster student interest in science.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to deepen student understanding of scientific concepts and promote critical thinking.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches in lesson planning.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback to guide academic growth.
Academically/Intellectually Gifted Lead Teacher; Fourth Grade Language Arts, Fifth Grade Language Arts, and Mathematics; Differentiation Teacher K-5
Holt Elementary School
Durham
07.1999 - 06.2004
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and enhanced student collaboration.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning and development, strengthening home-school partnerships.
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Hubert A. Eaton Elementary School
Wilmington
07.1997 - 06.1999
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to meet diverse learning styles and abilities, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
- Implemented formative assessments to track and support student progress across all subject areas.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods and tools.
- Observed and guided student work habits, organizational skills, and study skills to enhance classroom engagement.
Education
Principal Certification -
Lamar Elementary
Beaumont, TX01-2022
Generalist 4-8, Standard Renewable -
Texas Teacher Certification
01-2006
Master of Education - Elementary Education, Mathematics Specialization
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Education
Chapel Hill, NC01-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Watson School of Education
Wilmington, NC01-1997
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Program design
- Learner evaluation
- Individualized education planning
- Educational leadership
- Mentorship
- Conflict management
- Tech integration
- Data interpretation
- Analytical thinking
- Effective time management
- Collaborative teamwork
Professional Writing
Daniels, T., The Association of the Gifted (TAG) Update, Winter 03, From a Teacher’s Perspective…” But they’re already in a differentiated program!” p. 6-7
References
Available upon request.
Leadership Activity And Training
- API Participant, 09/25 - 05/26
- Level-Up Leadership Series, 11/25 - 01/26
- School Turnaround Leaders Participant, 06/24
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, 11/24
- Learning Leadership Institute, 09/24
- Life Space Crisis Intervention Certification Training, 06/23
- New Administrator Institute, 09/22 - 03/23
- Reading Academy, 07/22 - 11/22
- Building Teachers’ Capacity for Success, Pete Hall, 2019-20
- Hemmenway Elementary Leadership Academy, 2019-20
Cfisd Experience
- Assistant Principal, McFee Elementary, Katy, TX, 08/22 - Current
- Testing Coordinator, Instructional Specialist, At-Risk Specialist, Hemmenway Elementary School, Houston, TX, 06/12 - 06/22
- Instructional Specialist, Reading Interventionist, Horne Elementary School, Houston, TX, 06/11 - 06/12
Timeline
Assistant Principal
McFee Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Testing Coordinator, Instructional Specialist, At-Risk Specialist
Hemmenway Elementary School
06.2012 - 06.2022
Instructional Specialist, Reading Interventionist
Horne Elementary School
06.2011 - 06.2012
Fifth Grade Mathematics and Science Teacher
Chancellor Elementary School
08.2004 - 06.2005
Academically/Intellectually Gifted Lead Teacher; Fourth Grade Language Arts, Fifth Grade Language Arts, and Mathematics; Differentiation Teacher K-5
Holt Elementary School
07.1999 - 06.2004
Fourth Grade General Education Teacher
Hubert A. Eaton Elementary School
07.1997 - 06.1999
Principal Certification -
Lamar Elementary
Generalist 4-8, Standard Renewable -
Texas Teacher Certification
Master of Education - Elementary Education, Mathematics Specialization
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Watson School of Education