Kayla M. Sargent
Columbia
Summary
Experienced in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Brings a wealth of knowledge to enhance learning experiences. Utilizes innovative instructional strategies to create an engaging and dynamic environment for students. Expertise lies in fostering literacy and critical thinking skills, empowering students to become independent learners.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English Language Arts Teacher
Columbia Central High School
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for building and creating English language arts and English as a second language curriculum for multiple grade levels, the academic and emotional growth of students, analyzing and implementing academic data, mentoring, and increasing scores
- Mentored new teachers in effective lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment methods, contributing to their professional growth.
- Assessed student writing using rubrics aligned with state standards, ensuring consistent evaluation criteria across all assignments.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through analytical writing assignments that encouraged students to synthesize information from multiple sources.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language arts.
Assistant Middle School Girls Volleyball Coach
Columbia Academy
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
- Established a supportive environment that encouraged growth, accountability, sportsmanship among players.
Preschool Substitute
Columbia Academy
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Increased overall class participation by fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Assisted struggling students through one-on-one sessions, leading to increased academic success.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting well-rounded learning experiences.
Elementary Substitute
Columbia Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, ensuring a safe and respectful atmosphere for all students.
- Improved student comprehension by tailoring teaching methods to individual learning styles.
Preschool Aftercare Employee
Columbia Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Education: English Teaching
Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN12-2022
Skills
- Licensed in Tennessee
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational growth
- Grammar expertise
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Creative writing
- Curriculum implementation
- Literary analysis
- Course planning
- Educational leadership
- Reliability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
English Language Arts Teacher
Columbia Central High School
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Middle School Girls Volleyball Coach
Columbia Academy
07.2021 - 07.2023
Preschool Substitute
Columbia Academy
05.2019 - 01.2021
Elementary Substitute
Columbia Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
Preschool Aftercare Employee
Columbia Academy
01.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor of Arts - Education: English Teaching
Lipscomb University
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