Taylor Simpson
Lake Peekskill,NY
Summary
Highly motivated Early Childhood Educator with a passion for teaching and supporting the development of students. Recognized for being creative and energetic through engaging lessons to help learners of all abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Non Profit Organization
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities by providing direct support.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment.
- Assisted with daily living activities.
- Assisted individual to not only be out in the community but to be a part of the community.
- Inclusive professional development
- Assistive technology
Substitute Teacher
Putnam Valley Central School District
01.2022 - Current
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Director of Activities
Camp Floradan
06.2014 - Current
- Designed wide variety of activities based on interest, involvement, and engagement of summer day camp campers.
- Began as counselor (2014), followed by experience as both a group leader and K-3 leader. As of 2023, I am now the Director of Activities.
Modified Field Hockey Coach
Putnam Valley Central School District
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Fostered a supportive team environment, encouraging collaboration, communication, and mutual respect among players.
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Oakside Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- ICT classroom experience
- Incorporated real-world applications into lessons, making content relevant and relatable for students.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and to develop engaging lessons.
Education
Master of Science - Literacy Education Birth-12
SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NY05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Early/Childhood Education
SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NY05.2022
Putnam Valley High School
Putnam Valley, NY06.2018
Skills
- Individualized support
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Goal Setting
- Lesson Planning
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
NYS Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2) and Childhood Education (1-6)
CPR/First Aid
Timeline
Modified Field Hockey Coach
Putnam Valley Central School District
09.2023 - 11.2023
Student Teacher, Second Grade
Oakside Elementary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Direct Support Professional
Non Profit Organization
04.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Putnam Valley Central School District
01.2022 - Current
Director of Activities
Camp Floradan
06.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Literacy Education Birth-12
SUNY College At Cortland
Bachelor of Arts - Early/Childhood Education
SUNY College At Cortland
Putnam Valley High School
NYS Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (B-2) and Childhood Education (1-6)
CPR/First Aid
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