Kaitlyn Forks
About Kaitlyn Forks
Kaitlyn Forks is a Tutor Engagement Specialist based in St. Louis, Missouri, with extensive experience in education and conservation. She has worked at the Saint Louis Zoo and St. Louis Public Schools, and previously served with Teach for America.
Current Role at Varsity Tutors
Kaitlyn Forks serves as a Tutor Engagement Specialist at Varsity Tutors. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the enhancement of tutor-student interactions and overall engagement strategies. Her role involves developing initiatives that support tutors in their educational efforts and ensuring a high-quality learning experience for students.
Experience at Saint Louis Zoo
Kaitlyn Forks has been involved with the Saint Louis Zoo since 2018, where she works as an educator. In addition to her educational role, she has also served as a conservation, audience research, and evaluation extern since 2019. Her work focuses on conservation education and engaging audiences in wildlife preservation efforts.
Teaching Background
Kaitlyn Forks has been a middle school science teacher at St. Louis Public Schools since 2017. In this role, she is responsible for delivering science curriculum to middle school students, fostering their understanding of scientific concepts and inquiry-based learning.
Previous Experience with Teach For America
Kaitlyn Forks was involved with Teach For America from 2016 to 2019. Initially, she served as an ambassador on the recruitment team for nine months in College Station, Texas. Following this, she became a corps member, teaching in Saint Louis for two years, where she focused on educational equity and student engagement.
Educational Qualifications
Kaitlyn Forks earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2017. She then pursued a Master's degree at the University of Missouri - Saint Louis, which she completed from 2017 to 2019. Her educational background supports her roles in teaching and educational engagement.