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Kamilah Haynes

Austell,GA

Summary

Kind Kindergarten Teacher with over 20 years of experience. Detail-oriented planner with talent for developing individualized lesson plans and cultivating classroom atmospheres of positivity and progress. Committed to comprehensive student growth. Creates and runs programs to educate beginning students and improve school readiness. Fosters growth and development in children while encouraging strong partnerships with families. Manages behavior issues through innovative and constructive correction. Dedicated with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning. Work with diverse classrooms, assessing student progress and developing positive relationships with students and parents.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Dual Language English Kindergarten Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2017 - Current
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Promoted positive learning environment with use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
  • Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Fostered social-emotional growth in students through daily morning meetings, conflict resolution strategies, and character education lessons.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Kindergarten Teacher Co-Taught SPED

Cobb County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2017
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Promoted positive learning environment with use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share resources, brainstorm ideas, and problem-solve challenges faced in classroom environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.

Kindergarten Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2006 - 05.2013
  • Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
  • Promoted positive learning environment with use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.

K-5 Music Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
07.2002 - 06.2005
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating variety of music genres and styles into curriculum.
  • Collaborated with other K-5 teachers to integrate music into core subject areas, promoting interdisciplinary learning.
  • Organized successful annual concerts showcasing students'' musical talents and progress throughout year.
  • Managed resources effectively, maintaining inventory of instruments, sheet music, and supplies for optimal teaching efficiency.
  • Cultivated love for music among students by sharing personal experiences and enthusiasm for various musical forms.
  • Contributed to school-wide events such as talent shows or fundraisers by providing musical accompaniment or coordinating student performances.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Music

The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
12.2000

High School Diploma -

Cass Technical High School
Detroit, MI
06.1995

Skills

  • Curriculum Planning
  • Common core
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Records Management
  • Classroom Management
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Parent Communication
  • Artistic Expression
  • Music and Movement

Timeline

Dual Language English Kindergarten Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2017 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher Co-Taught SPED

Cobb County Schools
08.2013 - 05.2017

Kindergarten Teacher

Cobb County Schools
08.2006 - 05.2013

K-5 Music Teacher

Atlanta Public School System
07.2002 - 06.2005

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

The University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts - Music

The University of Michigan

High School Diploma -

Cass Technical High School

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