Taylar Harris
Jonesboro
Summary
Knowledgeable Lead Teacher with strong leadership background, excellent program management expertise and devotion to meeting learning needs of each student. Well-organized in planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students. Analytical problem-solver successful in calmly approaching classroom or student personal problems to devise appropriate interventions and resolve concerns.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher
Arkids Pediatric Day Centers
Jonesboro
08.2022 - Current
- Supervise classroom activities to ensure a safe and stimulating learning environment.
- Develope engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups in early childhood education.
- Collaborate with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Foster a positive classroom culture that promoted respect, inclusivity, and teamwork.
- Coordinated with support staff to ensure smooth daily operations of the center's programs.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
- Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
- Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
- Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
Paraprofessional
Rivercrest School District
Wilson
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Supported individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with staff to create inclusive learning environments for all students.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to instructional staff.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to promote positive student interactions.
- Organized and maintained educational materials and classroom resources efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Williams Baptist University
Walnut Ridge, AR05-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Individualized instruction
- Educational assessment
- Special education support
- Behavioral intervention
- Effective communication
- Adaptability in teaching
- Compliance
- Parent-teacher communication
- Safe learning environment
Timeline
Lead Teacher
Arkids Pediatric Day Centers
08.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Rivercrest School District
08.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Williams Baptist University