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Valerie Taylor

Valerie Taylor

Russell Springs,KY

Summary

Dedicated educator with a track record of fostering student growth at Adair County Board of Education, specializing in differentiated instruction and classroom management. Expert in developing IEPs and enhancing both academic and emotional development through collaborative teamwork and relationship building. Proven ability to multitask and solve problems, ensuring a supportive learning environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Adair County Board of Education
08.2008 - Current
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).

5th Grade Teacher

Adair County Board of Education
10.2007 - 05.2008
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, connecting subject matter across various topics.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.

Family Resource Assistant

Adair County Board of Education
11.1992 - 10.2007

Helped establish the center from its inception. Responsible for day-to-day operations of the center. Organized activities that developed children‘a physical, emotional and social growth. Helped implement programs and assist parents. Responsible for creating and managing center budget.

Education

Rank 1 - Director of Special Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2013

Master Of Arts - Exceptional Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
05.2010

Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education

Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY
05.2007

Skills

  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
  • Individual Education Plans IEPs
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Relationship Building
  • Co-teaching Experience
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Instructional Strategies
  • Basic clerical knowledge

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Adair County Board of Education
08.2008 - Current

5th Grade Teacher

Adair County Board of Education
10.2007 - 05.2008

Family Resource Assistant

Adair County Board of Education
11.1992 - 10.2007

Rank 1 - Director of Special Education

Western Kentucky University

Master Of Arts - Exceptional Education

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor Of Science - Elementary Education

Lindsey Wilson College
Valerie Taylor