Tayler M. Jackson
Maryland Heights,MO
Summary
Passionate elementary school teacher with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Skilled in developing innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring all students feel valued and motivated. Strong ability to connect with students, fostering a positive and dynamic learning atmosphere. Committed to making significant contributions to overall student growth and academic success through compassionate teaching and effective communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Hazelwood School District
Hazelwood, MO
08.2020 - Current
- Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Instructed small groups of students in remedial or enrichment activities according to their individual needs.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Created an environment that fostered positive learning experiences for second graders.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
- Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
- Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
- Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Kirkwood School District
Kirkwood, MO
08.2019 - Current
- Manage small group lessons
- Assess kindergarten student growth and progress throughout the year
- Administer benchmarking for grades 2-5 throughout the year
- Assist with Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions
- Orchestrate lunch and recess duties
- Fill in as a substitute in K-5 classrooms when needed
- Participate in district wide professional development
Substitute Teacher
Pattonville School District
St. Louis, MO
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed classes of fifteen to twenty-two students grade levels from kindergarten to fifth grade
- Implemented classroom management techniques
- Long Term Substitute for Parkwood Elementary School (January 2019- March 2019)
- Worked with twenty-two students in a fourth-grade classroom and twenty-one students in a kindergarten classroom
- Orchestrated lessons and assessments for all academic subjects
- Implemented classroom management techniques
- Tended to students' needs
Education
Masters of Art - Masters in Education with an emphasis in reading
University of Missouri St Louis University
St. Louis, MO05.2025
Bachelor of Art Degree - Elementary Education with Early Childhood add on
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MO05.2018
Skills
- Technology integration
- Lesson plan development
- Learning Techniques
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving skills
- Literacy education
- Social skills development
- Varied Instructional Methods
- Organizational skills
- Curriculum implementation
Certification
- Reading Specialist Certification, 05/24
- Elementary Education (1-6), 07/18
- Early Childhood Education (K-3), 07/18
References
Available Upon Request
Accomplishments
- Arrowpoint's Teacher of the Year 2023-2024
- Committee Chair for many school committees
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Hazelwood School District
08.2020 - Current
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Kirkwood School District
08.2019 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Pattonville School District
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Reading Specialist Certification, 05/24
- Elementary Education (1-6), 07/18
- Early Childhood Education (K-3), 07/18
Masters of Art - Masters in Education with an emphasis in reading
University of Missouri St Louis University
Bachelor of Art Degree - Elementary Education with Early Childhood add on
Fontbonne University
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