Vincent Taylor is a 27-year veteran teacher who shares his love of teaching with the world. He is a math interventionist at Cedar Hills Elementary School, author, and motivational speaker. He serves as the 2025 VyStar Duval County Teacher of the Year.
Taylor’s teaching journey is a testament to the power of resilience, creativity, and a commitment to growth. As a math interventionist and coach, he supports some of the most talented teachers in the district, encouraging them to share their expertise and inspiring others to excel. Despite his role as a leader, Taylor embraces the opportunity to learn from every classroom he enters, embodying the belief that great leaders are lifelong students.
Years ago, he turned his passion for engagement into action by writing a professional development book, “If Instruction Isn’t Engaging, I Quit.” The book’s success catapulted him onto a national stage, where he has presented to over 50,000 educators, helping transform classrooms across the country.
His impact extends to children worldwide through his beloved “Cornbread” book series, featuring a highly relatable fourth-grader and positive character-building themes. These books, celebrated by children from the U.S. to Tanzania, bring learning to life. His work has even reached local events like Mayor Donna Deegan’s River City Readers, where he shared his message as the keynote speaker.