Taylor Keys
Queensbury
Summary
Professional educator equipped for fostering productive and engaging learning environment. Adept at developing and implementing creative lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, fostering both academic and personal growth. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable contributions to collaborative goals. Skilled in classroom management, curriculum development, and leveraging educational technology. Enthusiastic about driving student success and facilitating positive school culture.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
4th Grade Teacher
Stuart M. Townsend Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Utilized assessment data to inform instructional decisions, tailoring lesson plans to target areas needing improvement.
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through engaging group projects and individual assignments.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adjusting instructional approaches as needed.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.
- Enhanced classroom dynamics by creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all students to thrive.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Hospitality Worker
The Boathouse Restaurant
05.2019 - Current
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organized work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated with customers to promptly resolve complaints and address inquiries.
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping, mopping floors, stocking inventory, and emptying trash.
- Processed payments with focus on accuracy and correct cash-handling procedures.
- Delivered excellent customer service to support company reputation and patron satisfaction.
- Supported restaurant operations by assisting servers during busy periods or covering shifts as needed.
- Trained new staff members on proper customer service and hospitality policies.
- Coordinated events and functions, tailoring services to meet diverse client needs.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and promptly addressing concerns.
Ice Cream Server
Martha's Dandee Creme
03.2013 - 08.2018
- Greeted incoming customers and provided reliable, friendly customer service.
- Explained ice cream flavors, toppings, sundaes, and other frozen concoctions to customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a positive environment for customers and coworkers.
- Managed long lines of customers during peak times while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
Air Brush Tattoo and Hair Wrap Artist
The Art Bucket
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor in Childhood Education Grades 1-6 - Elementary Education
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY05-2021
High School Diploma -
Queensbury High School
Queensbury, NY06-2017
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Social-emotional learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Multitasking and organization
- Lesson planning
Timeline
4th Grade Teacher
Stuart M. Townsend Elementary School
01.2022 - Current
Hospitality Worker
The Boathouse Restaurant
05.2019 - Current
Ice Cream Server
Martha's Dandee Creme
03.2013 - 08.2018
Air Brush Tattoo and Hair Wrap Artist
The Art Bucket
01.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor in Childhood Education Grades 1-6 - Elementary Education
SUNY Oswego
High School Diploma -
Queensbury High School
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