Taylor Cook
Bono
Summary
Dynamic educator and farm manager with a proven track record at Nettleton Public Schools, excelling in student engagement and sustainable agriculture. Leveraged multimedia instructional support and exceptional communication to enhance learning outcomes. Recognized for innovative project management and fostering teamwork, significantly enriching agricultural education and hands-on student experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Agriculture Teacher
Nettleton Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Devised strategies for growing program and generating interest in greater student population..
- Prepared lesson plans on topics such as Animal science and technology in farming.
- Instructed students on importance of conserving natural resources.
- Planned events and field trips to provide hands-on experiences in agricultural areas.
- Taught students about various agricultural techniques through various experiments.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social and emotional development of students.
- Prepared lessons to reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Farm Manager
Nettleton Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Explain and demonstrate working techniques, practices and safety measures for student workers.
- Oversee 5 or more students weekly one on one working with show animals
- Administer feed supplements to livestock as directed
- Use recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock
- Check farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences needing fixed and broken pipes
- Conduct medical examinations and organize paperwork for all incoming animals
- Prepare food, clean enclosures and administer medications to treat acute and chronic conditions.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Subteach USA
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- 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.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
First United Methodist Daycare
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Kennel Technician
Vetcare
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2021
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Jonesboro, AR05-2011
Skills
- Multimedia instructional support
- Animal husbandry
- Sustainable agriculture
- Project management
- Student engagement
- Excellent communication
- Classroom management
- Professionalism
- Goal setting
- Organizational skills
- Public speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Agriculture Teacher
Nettleton Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Farm Manager
Nettleton Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Subteach USA
08.2016 - 09.2017
Daycare Assistant Teacher
First United Methodist Daycare
08.2015 - 05.2016
Kennel Technician
Vetcare
01.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Arkansas State University
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
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