Taylor Adame
Waco,TX
Summary
Results-driven educator with a proven record of boosting student achievement through engaging U.S. History instruction, curriculum development, and leadership at Waco ISD. Skilled in TEKS-aligned, data-driven instruction and innovative teaching methods, leading to record-breaking pass rates. Expertise in academic intervention, student mentorship, and closing achievement gaps. Proficient in technology integration, professional development, and AVID strategies. Committed to student success through individualized learning plans and programs like Link Crew and Navegando to support smooth student transitions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Studies Department Head
Waco ISD: Waco High School
07.2022 - Current
- Led the U.S. History PLC to the highest STAAR approaches scores among tested subjects at Waco High, with top meets and masters rates (Meets/Masters: 2022 – 46%/36%, 2023 – 67%/23%, 2024 – 69%/21%).
- Strengthened collaboration with teachers and administrators, supporting school-wide goals through strong communication and leadership.
Designed and presented a master schedule optimizing resources and instructional time for 10+ social studies courses. - Developed and delivered TEKS-aligned, rigorous social studies curriculum for staff development.
- Analyzed data from Waco High Schools 2,100+ students to drive curriculum and instructional improvements
United States History Teacher
Waco ISD: Waco High School
08.2020 - Current
- Utilized data-driven instruction in order to maintain a high pass rates for an individual teacher on the United States History STAAR test (85% in 2022, 90% in 2023 & 2024).
- Fostered inclusive, engaging classrooms with differentiated instruction, boosting comprehension and participation.
- Designed TEKS-aligned United States History lessons, improving student understanding and test scores.
- Promoted a positive, respectful learning environment through effective classroom management.
Link Crew Coordinator
Waco ISD: Waco High School
07.2023 - Current
- Organized and led Freshman Fish Camp, where we acclimated 250+ incoming students to Waco High.
- Aligned program goals with school initiatives for a smooth freshman transition
- Recruited, trained, and supervised Link Crew senior mentors.
- Partnered with counselors and administrators to support at-risk freshmen
- Designed and distributed Link Crew informational materials for parents and students
AVID Site Team Social Studies Representative
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Acceleration Academy (LWAA) + Waco High School (WHS)
07.2018 - Current
- Integrated AVID WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading) strategies into social studies curriculum to support teacher development within the AVID framework
- Participated in site team meetings to review AVID's campus improvement plan and recommend improvements
- Led AVID training for teachers to ensure cross-disciplinary consistency.
- Assisted in AVID student selection through interviews over the course of 3 days
- Contributed to AVID site team meetings for campus improvements
Navegando Advisor
Waco ISD: Waco High School
08.2022 - Current
- Organized and facilitated college visits, guest speakers, and cultural events designed to support the unique needs of 95+ newly arrived Spanish-speaking students
- Served as a cultural and linguistic bridge for newly arrived Spanish-speaking students, facilitating their integration into the American school system
- Guided access to community resources and support services tailored to their needs
Response To Interventionist (RTI) Specialist
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Accelerate Academy
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Led RTI meetings, overseeing progress monitoring, data analysis, and intervention planning.
- Managed RTI documentation for 150+ students across Brazos Credit Recovery and Lake Waco Acceleration Academy.
- Analyzed student data to guide targeted interventions.
- Provided and presented student progress reports to teachers, administrators, and parents highlighting RTI progress and the interventions effectiveness
- Collaborated on school-wide RTI initiatives
Social Studies Accelerate Teacher
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Accelerate Academy
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Created individualized plans to close academic gaps and accelerate progress
- Adapted curriculum for 75+ below-grade-level students
- Used accelerated learning strategies for timely advancement
- Aligned middle and high school curricula for a smooth transition
Credit Recovery Instructor
Duncanville ISD: Duncanville High School
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed the Credit Recovery program (during and after school) to help students regain lost credits
- Improved the program's overall effectiveness by increasing recovered credits from 75 to 275+ in one year
Substitute Teacher
Duncanville ISD
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Experience in long term substitute situations where lesson plans needed to be created and carried out
- Supported assistant principals and administrative staff
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, General Business
McMurry University
Abilene, Texas12.2013
Teacher Certification Program - Social Studies Composite Grades 7-12
Quality ACT
Irving, TXSkills
- Curriculum Development
- Project-Centered Learning
- Educational Leadership
- Data Interpretation
- SPSS Software Proficiency
- Certified AVID Educator
- Proficient in APEX Credit Recovery
Timeline
Link Crew Coordinator
Waco ISD: Waco High School
07.2023 - Current
Navegando Advisor
Waco ISD: Waco High School
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Department Head
Waco ISD: Waco High School
07.2022 - Current
United States History Teacher
Waco ISD: Waco High School
08.2020 - Current
Response To Interventionist (RTI) Specialist
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Accelerate Academy
08.2018 - 07.2020
AVID Site Team Social Studies Representative
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Acceleration Academy (LWAA) + Waco High School (WHS)
07.2018 - Current
Social Studies Accelerate Teacher
Waco ISD: Lake Waco Accelerate Academy
08.2017 - 06.2020
Credit Recovery Instructor
Duncanville ISD: Duncanville High School
01.2015 - 01.2017
Substitute Teacher
Duncanville ISD
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, General Business
McMurry University
Teacher Certification Program - Social Studies Composite Grades 7-12
Quality ACT
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