Kayla Mc Laughlin
About Kayla Mc Laughlin
Kayla McLaughlin is a Spanish Solution Specialist with extensive experience in curriculum development and online learning methodologies. She has held various roles in educational content creation and instruction, including positions at NWEA, IXL Learning, and UC Santa Barbara.
Current Role as Spanish Solution Specialist
Kayla Mc Laughlin currently serves as a Spanish Solution Specialist at NWEA, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in curriculum development and online learning methodologies to create effective e-learning solutions. Her creative and collaborative approach enhances the educational resources offered by NWEA, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting educators and students.
Previous Experience at NWEA
Prior to her current position, Kayla worked at NWEA as a Freelance Content Development Vendor from 2018 to 2019 for nine months. During this time, she contributed to the development of educational content, leveraging her background in language education and curriculum design to support NWEA's initiatives.
Educational Background
Kayla Mc Laughlin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, summa cum laude, from California State University-Stanislaus, where she studied from 2007 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Spanish with a focus on Iberian Linguistics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. This strong academic foundation supports her work in language education and curriculum development.
Experience in Language Education
Kayla has extensive experience in language education, having worked as a Spanish Language Teaching Assistant at UC Santa Barbara from 2012 to 2015. She also served as a Content Designer and Instructor for an online Spanish course at UC Santa Barbara in 2015. Her roles have included developing curriculum and instructional materials, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing language learning experiences.
Freelance and Tutoring Experience
In addition to her formal roles, Kayla has engaged in various freelance positions, including as an Editor at Wordvice and a Freelance Content Writer at NoRedInk from 2018 to 2019. She also worked as a Private K-12 Tutor in Turlock, California, from 2011 to 2012. These experiences reflect her versatility and dedication to supporting students in their language learning journeys.