Taylor Trainor
Wenatchee
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Student-focused Substitute Teacher accomplished in managing classrooms and delivering lessons. Careful about following teachers' plans and maintaining discipline. Offers great computer skills and solid understanding of classroom technology.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Eastmont School District, Clovis Elementary School
11.2025 - Current
- During student teaching experience was offered the opportunity to cover a kindergarten classroom for one month.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
High School Basketball Coach
Wenatchee High School
12.2024 - Current
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Barista and Barista Shift Supervisor
Starbucks, Barista
11.2017 - 09.2025
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
Substitute Paraeducator
Eastmont School District, Lee and Cascade Elementary Schools
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA12-2025
Associate of Arts - General
Wenatchee Valley College
Wenatchee, WA06-2023
Skills
- Energetic elementary school teacher eager to engage students
- Committed team member
- Enthusiastic engagement
- Efficient at acquiring new skills
- Skilled in engaging with diverse age groups
Certification
- Washington Stat Elementary Education Certificate - Pending
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, Kindergarten
Eastmont School District, Clovis Elementary School
11.2025 - Current
Substitute Paraeducator
Eastmont School District, Lee and Cascade Elementary Schools
02.2025 - 05.2025
High School Basketball Coach
Wenatchee High School
12.2024 - Current
Barista and Barista Shift Supervisor
Starbucks, Barista
11.2017 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Central Washington University
Associate of Arts - General
Wenatchee Valley College