Taylor Carista
Prince Frederick,MD
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Thomas Johnson Elementary/Middle School
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques throughout lessons to provide extra support to those accommodated with IEP and 504 plans
- Developed classroom management techniques for students to foster positive learning environments with clear expectations
- Constructed and implemented lessons based on Baltimore City’s curriculum and testing goals to prepare them for state testing
- Attended IEP meetings and collaborated with mentor and special educator to create goals for students
4th Grade ESOL Intervention
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School
- Worked one on one with an ESOL student who primarily speaks Spanish to provide literacy development
- Created a nurturing environment to allow the student to feel comfortable using their first language throughout projects and activities
- Developed hands-on literacy lessons to enhance the students’ learning
6th Grade Teacher Candidate
Southern Middle School
- Assisted in creating a positive classroom environment that promoted academic encouragement to all students
- Led small group activities to assist the teacher in helping students to develop new math skills and concepts
- Facilitated group discussions about new and challenging math skills to guide students towards success
3rd Grade Teacher Candidate
Mount Harmony Elementary School
- Created, developed, and implemented math lessons based on Calvert County’s curriculum
- Collaborated with mentor to create engaging activities for math as well as other important events such as Black History Month
Education
Associate of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
Towson, MD05.2023
Skills
- Classroom management strategies to create positive and safe classroom environments
- Differentiated instruction strategies to ensure all students are receiving equal benefits to instruction
- Curriculum planning to ensure students are achieving county goals
- Knowledge of Assistive Technology including low-mid tech
- Student motivation throughout lessons to increase engagement
- Student motivation throughout lessons to increase engagement
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List, Spring 2021 - Fall 2023
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor’s Society, 07/2021 - 05/2022
Related Experience
- Homeschool teacher, 08/2020 - 08/2022, Sunderland, MD, Sunderland, MD, Created lessons and activities for a family of three students (6, 10, and 12 years old) including all subject areas, Adapted previously learned curriculum to each student based on their age and supported students throughout their academics, Created a positive learning environment for students and supported them throughout all lessons and topics
- Teacher’s Aide, 11/2018 - 01/2020, Carter’s Webb Learning Center, Huntingtown, MD, Assisted in lesson planning for children including dynamic play centers, sensory centers, reading centers, and writing centers, Collaborated with other teachers by assisting with lessons and lesson set-ups
References
- Karen Tolson, 410-251-8379, tolsonk@calvertnet.k12.md.us, Dunkirk, MD
- Jennifer Lescallett Selwood, 408-772-6250, jenlescallett@gmail.com, Sunderland, MD
- Jennifer Grinath, 410-302-3495, jgrinath@bcps.k12.md.us, Baltimore, MD
- Shannon Dodd, 410-978-8712, sdodd@bcps.k12.md.us, Baltimore, MD
Timeline
3rd Grade Student Teacher
Thomas Johnson Elementary/Middle School
10.2023 - 05.2024
4th Grade ESOL Intervention
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School
6th Grade Teacher Candidate
Southern Middle School
3rd Grade Teacher Candidate
Mount Harmony Elementary School
Associate of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education
Anne Arundel Community College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
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