KAILA COLLINS

Summary
Dedicated educator committed to developing and delivering a well-rounded educational experience meeting the
individual needs of today's students utilizing differentiated learning methods, varied technological tools, and authentic
opportunities for learning and assessment.
Highlights
Urban public schools background
Effective time management
Differentiated instruction
Delegation and collaboration

Reading intervention
DIBELS assessment
Integrating lessons
Skilled with current technology
Experience

TUTOR
09/2014 to Current
PRIVATE
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI
Develop reading lessons for 2-3 students per week to remediate reading challenges.
Deliver customized instruction in a one-on-one setting.
Assess students in reaching reading goals based on CCSS.
Communicate with parents on student progress, home supports, and concerns.
ACADEMIC INTERVENTIONIST
01/2012 to 05/2014
NATIONAL HERITAGE ACADEMIES
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
Improved student reading ability through delivery and adaptation (as needed) of Burst Reading Program.
Realized evidence of growth through administration of DIBELS assessments.
Communicated with teachers and administration about student's performance and behavior.
Adapted to changing priorities and needs in the school.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
01/2011 to Current
EDUSTAFF, LLC AND PESG
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
Implement teacher lesson plans, assign student class work and homework.
Improve student participation in the classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.
Maintain classroom control and discipline.
Complete report or evaluation to communicate information to the classroom teacher.
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
07/2009 to 08/2010
MILES AND MILES OF LEARNING
DETROIT, MI
Implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum in ELA, Math, and Social Studies for students.
Engaged students creatively through arts and crafts, games, music, and dance.
Motivated students to learn by adapting lesson presentations to meet their interests and abilities.
Collaborated with the Director on ways to enhance the education program.
Complete monthly records and state funding reimbursement forms along with other administrative duties.
Education
Master of Arts: Elementary Education
WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY

2015
DETROIT, MI

BBA: Marketing
AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY

2006
HOFFMAN, IL
Certifications

Michigan Provisional Certificate, anticipated June 2015

Elementary Education, K-8
Learning Disabilities, K-12