Kayla Thomas
Goldsboro
Summary
Passionate educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and two years of experience teaching in Title I schools, serving ELL students, and diverse minority populations. Skilled in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and social-emotional support, with a proven record of helping students meet academic growth targets in reading and math. Experienced in leading school initiatives, mentoring students, and collaborating with colleagues and families to foster equity and student success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
5th Grade Teacher
Alamance Burlington School System
Haw River
08.2024 - Current
- Created engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented assessments to evaluate student understanding and track progress.
- Served as Literacy Leader, supporting school-wide literacy initiatives.
- Participated in the 2025-2026 Summer Planning Committee
- Served as an Educentric Leader, supporting school-wide initiatives focused on student achievements, equity, and innstructional excellence
- Organized educational resources to enhance classroom management and instruction.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
- Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
- Provided specialized support for students with IEPs and language barriers.
Behavior Technician
Andrews Counseling and Consulting
Burlington
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with diverse needs.
- Observed client behavior to identify patterns and triggers effectively.
- Collaborated with therapists to develop individualized treatment strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and behavior changes.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client updates and strategies.
- Provided support during therapy sessions to enhance client engagement.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
After-School Teacher
Phoenix Academy Inc.
High Point
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated group activities to encourage teamwork and cooperation.
- Supervised daily activities to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for participants.
- Organized enrichment activities, including arts, sports, and academic support sessions.
- Assisted with homework assignments, projects, and tests.
- Ensured safety of all participants at all times while participating in after-school program events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC12-2023
Skills
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction & Lesson Planning
- Assessment, progress monitoring & data analysis
- Equity-focused instruction
- Working with diverse populations, including ELL students
- Teamwork and professional communication
- Leadership in school initiatives
- Classroom management & behavior intervention
Timeline
5th Grade Teacher
Alamance Burlington School System
08.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician
Andrews Counseling and Consulting
02.2024 - 12.2025
After-School Teacher
Phoenix Academy Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina A&T State University