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Kayla Bagley

@kaylabagley

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Passionate elementary teacher specializing in science and personalized learning.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can design hands-on science curricula, support diverse learners, collaborate with educators, and continue outreach and field-based learning.

I am an elementary educator with a strong foundation in geology and paleontology, bringing hands-on scientific expertise to classroom instruction and outreach.

I have designed and delivered engaging science, social studies, math, reading, and writing lessons for third and fourth grade, and I specialize in personalized and cooperative learning strategies that meet individual student needs.

My background includes paleo-biomechanics research using micro CT scans, extensive field excavation experience (including Hell Creek and Edelman Fossil Park), and long-term public outreach sharing a personal fossil collection with learners from elementary through high school.

I am committed to creating interactive, accessible learning experiences that foster curiosity, collaboration, and measurable student growth, and I bring patience, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to every educational setting.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Teacher

Current

Athenian Academy of Technology and the Arts

Aug 2025 - Present (3 months)

Plan and teach fourth-grade science, social studies, and writing; collaborate on rigorous math and reading instruction and implement cooperative learning and targeted social skills strategies.

Fourth Grade Instruction Lesson planning

Teacher

Springs Empower Academy

Aug 2024 - Aug 2025 (1 year)

Designed and delivered personalized 3rd grade curricula across core subjects, assessed individual learning needs, and implemented targeted interventions to support student growth.

Curriculum Development Progress Monitoring Classroom Management Assessments

Teacher

Nashville Collegiate Prep

Dec 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 5 months)

Taught third grade, designing science and social studies lessons, co-teaching math and ELA, and served as designated ELL instructor to improve language acquisition for multilingual students.

K 3 Instruction ELL Strategies Lesson planning

Learning Specialist

Adventure Science Center

Mar 2022 - Dec 2022 (9 months)

Designed and delivered hands-on science shows, labs, camps, and school outreach programs across biology, chemistry, physics, and Earth/space topics, increasing engagement for K–12 learners.

Curriculum Design Classroom Management Outreach Coordination Public Speaking Lesson planning

Student Researcher

Rowan University

Sep 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Conducted paleo-biomechanics research using micro-CT scans of Euoplocephalus and Dreadnoughtus, producing detailed anatomical analyses and improving specimen digitization workflows.

Paleontology Micro CT Imaging Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Rowan University

Bachelor of Science, Geology (Paleontology)

2019 - 2021

Activities and societies: Student researcher (paleo-biomechanics), Hell Creek and Edelman Fossil Park excavations, paleontology outreach

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Geology with a concentration in Paleontology, including paleobiomechanics research using micro CT scans and field excavations.