Taylor Yoo
San Diego,CA
Summary
Innovative Math Teacher bringing 12-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with teachers, parents, students, and administrative leaders to promote an empowering and engaged community. Detail-orientated team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
The Bishop's School
2016.08 - 2024.07
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans for math students in grades 6-12.
- Established a positive and rigorous learning environment using diversified teaching techniques to help students with differing ability levels
- Managed the Math 2E and Math 3 teams and collaborated with fellow teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Communicated regularly with parents and administrators to ensure student success through written progress reports, email and phone correspondence, and parent meetings as necessary
- Has served on school-wide committees focused on improving academic performance through interdisciplinary work, teacher reflection and assessment, and assessing campus wide benefits and compensation.
- Leader of the the MS ASBC (All Student Body Council) and worked with the middle school head and grade level sponsors to support the middle school community;
- Coached Varsity and middle school tennis; Designed effective practice models and supported student athletes to perform at their highest levels
- Contributed to the school community as a whole and consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors. Previous evaluation report states, "Taylor is a true professional, pitching in when needed to help out. Schools like Bishop's cannot function without team players, and Taylor is the quintessential example of just that. We thank her for the great service she offers this community."
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Avenues: The World School
2015.08 - 2016.07
- Designed and taught 5th and 6th grade inquiry-based math curriculum drawing on concepts from Singapore Math
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Collaborated with STEAM teachers to design and implement interdisciplinary projects across the middle school.
- The Class Observation review report received on 1/20/16 states 'Taylor's 6th grade math class demonstrated the details of a highly impressive lesson plan. Students were able to perform above their levels because of Taylor's thoughtful, patient, encouraging and detailed approach', and 'I am hard pressed to critique this lesson and parts of earlier classes I observed prior to this long observation. In this section of sixth grade Taylor has been tremendously successful.'
Mathematics Teacher and Math Department Co-Chair
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy (KAPPA)
2013.08 - 2015.07
- Improved Algebra 1 pass rates for state testing (required for graduation) by 25%
- Improved students problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
- Led math department meetings and focused on inter-visitation and professional growth through goal-setting and inquiry-based lesson design
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Member of the 9th Grade Team and worked to identify struggling students to create intervention plans.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs and learning disabilities.
Early Career Fellow
Math for America [www.mathforamerica.org]
2013.06 - 2015.07
- Winner and participant in a fellowship awarded to secondary school mathematics teachers
Education
Master of the Arts in Adolescent Mathematics Education -
Hunter College Graduate School of Education
New York, NY08.2013
Bachelor of the Arts in Art History -
Williams College
Williamstown, MA06.2012
Skills
- Critical thinking promotion
- Technology Integration
- Materials Management
- Public Speaking
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- In-depth Subject Knowledge
- Teaching Diverse Learners
- Expert Problem Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
The Bishop's School
2016.08 - 2024.07
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
Avenues: The World School
2015.08 - 2016.07
Mathematics Teacher and Math Department Co-Chair
Knowledge and Power Preparatory Academy (KAPPA)
2013.08 - 2015.07
Early Career Fellow
Math for America [www.mathforamerica.org]
2013.06 - 2015.07
Master of the Arts in Adolescent Mathematics Education -
Hunter College Graduate School of Education
Bachelor of the Arts in Art History -
Williams College
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