Taylor Byrd

• Built strong partnerships with families through regular communication, conferences, and individualized student support plans
• Created inclusive classroom environment where all learners felt safe, valued, and capable
• Successfully managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement strategies
• Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that improved student readiness for kindergarten in literacy, social skills, and self-regulation
• Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s academic, social, and behavioral needs
• Collaborated with general education teachers, therapists, and families to support student success across settings
• Differentiated instruction to ensure meaningful access to grade-level curriculum for diverse learners
• Monitored and documented student progress using data-driven instruction and ongoing assessments.
• Advocated for students’ needs during IEP meetings.

Georgia Educator Certificate

Level 5.