Taylor Foster
Birmingham
Summary
Experienced educator with expertise in classroom management, lesson planning, and mathematics instruction. Skilled in integrating technology to enhance student engagement and growth, and fostering collaboration among students and colleagues.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Intermediate School Teacher
Tarrant City Schools
07.2025 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligning with state standards to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to engage students and accommodate different learning styles.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of respect within the classroom setting by modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Grade level lead teacher
Coordinator
Dawson Memorial Baptist Church
06.2010 - Current
- Managed volunteer schedules, fostering a collaborative environment among diverse teams.
- Work in nursery and preschool classrooms-assure that children were given the best care.
- Communicate with parents
- Coordinate classrooms on Sunday mornings and other events to ensure that there are enough worker to children, etc.
- Various other tasks to support the preschool director and assistant director.
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Created and delivered engaging lessons that promote critical thinking skills and encouraged student collaboration.
- Adapted curriculum materials according to state standards in order to ensure academic success.
- Implemented technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and understanding of content material.
Math Interventionist
Tarrant City Schools
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to enhance student understanding of mathematical concepts.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions based on performance data.
- Provided support for teachers in the area of mathematics
- Worked with students to provide individualized instruction for mathematics.
- Facilitated small group instruction on a variety of math topics.
- Used data to develop lesson plans for students.
- Used data to create effective groupings for small-group instruction.
- Worked as a mentor teacher
- Part of the building leadership team
- Helped write ACIP
- Facilitated dismissal with various jobs
- Attended various professional development
- Worked with co-workers of various jobs for the betterment of the school
- Phonics First trained
- LETRS trained
- Worked closely with math coach
Elementary School Teacher
Tarrant City Schools
07.2018 - 10.2022
- Facilitated effective communication with parents regarding student progress and behavior.
- Organized classroom activities that promoted teamwork and social skills among students.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement levels.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching practices and methodologies.
- Grade level team lead
- Managed classroom activities effectively and supported communication with parents to enhance student learning experiences.
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
Elementary School Teacher Substitute
Jefferson County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to refine teaching strategies and share best practices.
Education
Instructional Leadership Certificate -
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL12-2025
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo
12-2015
Skills
- Classroom management
- Mathematics instruction
- Leadership
- Google certified
- LETRS
- Phonics First
- Mentoring
- Parent communication
- Lesson Planning
- Student assessment
Timeline
Intermediate School Teacher
Tarrant City Schools
07.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
07.2024 - 05.2025
Math Interventionist
Tarrant City Schools
10.2022 - 08.2024
Elementary School Teacher
Tarrant City Schools
07.2018 - 10.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Jefferson County Schools
07.2017 - 07.2018
Elementary School Teacher Substitute
Jefferson County Schools
08.2016 - 05.2017
Coordinator
Dawson Memorial Baptist Church
06.2010 - Current
Instructional Leadership Certificate -
University of West Alabama
Master of Science - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Montevallo