Taylor L Jackson
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Dedicated professional with a B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, offering a unique blend of educational expertise and multilingual communication skills in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Proven ability to design engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs and abilities of young learners, fostering an inclusive and stimulating classroom atmosphere. Strong command of effective classroom management techniques promotes a positive and productive learning environment, while a solid understanding of early childhood education principles supports optimal student growth and development. Committed to nurturing curiosity and instilling a lifelong love of learning in every student.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
HCDE
Chattanooga, TN
08.2025 - Current
- At Spring Creek Elementary, I developed engaging lesson plans that fostered early childhood learning and development.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive and safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational and emotional needs effectively.
- Assessed student progress through observations and tailored instruction to meet individual needs.
BRIDGE Teacher
HCDE
Chattanooga, TN
02.2025 - 05.2025
- At Calvin Donaldson Environmental Elementary, I developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated collaborative learning activities to enhance student participation.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress and understanding.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs of students.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Galen Medical Group
Chattanooga, TN
04.2023 - 04.2024
- I was a medical assistant that floated from different offices ranging from Vascular, Hepatology, Gastroenterology and Allergy and Asthma.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Urgent Team
Chattanooga, TN
12.2021 - 06.2023
- I was trained as a medical assistant and finished my clinicals here at physicians care. I floated as a CMA for 2 years and worked for over two years.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
UTC
Chattanooga, TN05-2024
High school diploma - undefined
Hixson High School
Hixson, TN05-2015
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Skills
- Kindergarten- all subjects
- Billingual- English and Spanish
- Can read and understand French, Italian, and Portuguese
- Classroom Management
- Medical Assisting background
- Previous Teacher of Behavioral Intervention
- Great at patience and willingness to learn and teach more grades
Accomplishments
4/4 BRIDGE students successfully returned to General Education classrooms after participation in BRIDGE under my instruction
Certification
- Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice May 2024 to Present
- BLS Certification
- TABC Certification I've been licensed in GA and TN
- AED Certification
- CCMA Certification During my break from my university studies, I picked up medical assisting due to my deep passion of wanting to help people. I started medical assisting in Dec 2021.
Languages
English - Fluent
Spanish - Fluent
Portuguese - Expert
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
HCDE
08.2025 - Current
BRIDGE Teacher
HCDE
02.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Galen Medical Group
04.2023 - 04.2024
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Urgent Team
12.2021 - 06.2023
High school diploma - undefined
Hixson High School
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
UTC
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University