Taylor Hooks
Dallas
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated proficiency in classroom management and curriculum development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Paulding County School District
Hiram, GA
07.2018 - Current
- Designed and executed comprehensive lesson plans and course materials, ensuring alignment with national and state standards.
- Assessed and enhanced lesson plans and course content to foster a student-centered learning environment.
- Facilitated student engagement through interactive, hands-on learning activities.
- Guided student teachers in mastering classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Collaborated with educators, administrators, and parents to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Evaluated specific data to enhance instructional strategies across all course content.
- Integrated advanced technology into classroom instruction to enhance learning experiences.
Education
Specialist in Advanced Educational Studies - Education
Augusta University
Augusta, GA05-2026
Master of Early Childhood Education - undefined
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA06-2020
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2018
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Experienced in digital collaboration tools and educational software
- Effective relationship management
- Personalized learning strategies
- Effective parent communication
- Vocabulary building
Affiliations
National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Member since 2014
Accomplishments
- Named Teacher of the Year for the 2024-2025 school year
- ESOL Certification
- Gifted Certification
- Presented Social Studies Vietnam War role play for Cobb County's Creating Cultures of Inquiry In the Social Studies Classroom conference to increase children's knowledge through re-enacting experiences
Timeline
Teacher
Paulding County School District
07.2018 - Current
Master of Early Childhood Education - undefined
Kennesaw State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Kennesaw State University
Specialist in Advanced Educational Studies - Education
Augusta University