Taylor Kelling
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Veteran Language Arts Teacher with over a decade of experience in a high school classroom. Dedicated to educating students in reading, writing, and critical-thinking skills through innovative and project-based activities. Recognized for fostering positive social-emotional development by promoting compassion and empathy in a safe learning environment. Committed to continuous professional development and advancements of leading pedagogies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School English and Language Arts Teacher
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy
08.2014 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English and Language Arts.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that enhanced the overall curriculum.
- Expanded cultural understanding among students by introducing diverse literature selections from various time periods and regions.
- Served as an advisor for student organizations, supporting club activities and fostering leadership skills among members.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open communication with students and parents.
- Increased student engagement with interactive lessons, group activities, and hands-on learning experiences.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Classroom Aide
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy
03.2013 - 07.2014
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Reduced teacher workload by grading assignments and providing timely feedback to students.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by providing individualized support and assistance during class activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for struggling learners under the guidance of lead teachers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Prescott College
Prescott, AZ08.2017
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
Accomplishments
- Co-developed and led 20 immersive four-day fieldwork experiences, enhancing student comprehension through hands-on learning.
- Organized and led 11 four-day adventure education camping trips, promoting team building and social-emotional growth.
- Planned and facilitated over 24 block classes ranging from music theory, visual arts, adventure education, folklore and mythology, and creative writing.
Certification
- Certified AZ Teacher: Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12 Teacher Certificate in English
- Expeditionary Learning 101 workshop Training and Certificate- [June 2014]
- Reading and Writing Grounded in Evidence: Secondary Training and Certificate- [February 2015]
- Management in the Active Classroom Training and Certificate - [March 2016]
- Differentiation for All Learners Training and Certificate - [February 2016]
- Expeditionary Learning National Conference & Training - [October 2017]
- Wilderness First Aid + Outdoor Safety Basics Certificate - [August 2023]
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Certification in Discovery Program
- Proficient in Google Classroom, Infinite Campus, and Jumprope
Timeline
High School English and Language Arts Teacher
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy
08.2014 - Current
Classroom Aide
Northpoint Expeditionary Learning Academy
03.2013 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Prescott College
- Certified AZ Teacher: Standard Professional Secondary, 6-12 Teacher Certificate in English
- Expeditionary Learning 101 workshop Training and Certificate- [June 2014]
- Reading and Writing Grounded in Evidence: Secondary Training and Certificate- [February 2015]
- Management in the Active Classroom Training and Certificate - [March 2016]
- Differentiation for All Learners Training and Certificate - [February 2016]
- Expeditionary Learning National Conference & Training - [October 2017]
- Wilderness First Aid + Outdoor Safety Basics Certificate - [August 2023]
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Certification in Discovery Program
- Proficient in Google Classroom, Infinite Campus, and Jumprope
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