Aaliyah Seawood
NATCHITOCHES,Louisiana
Summary
Dynamic educator and seasoned coach with a proven track record at NSU Elementary Lab School and Natchitoches Central High School. Excelled in creating engaging learning environments and fostering team spirit, evidenced by exceptional student and athlete achievements. Skilled in curriculum development and community engagement, with a flair for designing impactful T-shirt campaigns. Demonstrates strong leadership and innovative choreography skills, enhancing both academic and extracurricular programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd Grade Teacher
NSU Elementary Lab School
Natchitoches, LA
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized various teaching strategies such as lectures, discussions, multimedia presentations, demonstrations, field trips, in order to engage all learners.
- Integrated variety of educational programs to develop strong academic foundation.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning lessons that addressed state standards for third grade level education.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques while addressing misbehavior promptly.
- Provided feedback on student progress through conferences, reports, assessments, or parent-teacher meetings.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Implemented IEPs for special needs students ensuring they received appropriate accommodations in the classroom setting.
Head Dance Line Coach
Natchitoches Central High School
Natchitoches, LA
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Organized practices that focused on skill development while also emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Traveled with teams when necessary in order provide support during away games and tournaments.
- Facilitated communication between players and staff members regarding any questions or issues that arose during practices and games.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Engaged with fans and the community to build support and foster team spirit.
- Analyzed team performance data to measure progress, make corrections, and set goals.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
2nd Grade Teacher
Natchitoches Magnet School
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Effectively utilized CKLA units, guided reading, and Sonday to build fluent readers, developed reading comprehension and phonic skills
- Developed students' math abilities by implementing Zearn Math
- Observation Rating, 3.5- Highly Effective
- ELA Student learning Target Achievement, N/A Due to COVID
- Math Student Learning Target Achievement, N/A/ Due to COVID
Pep Squad Coach
Natchitoches Magnet School
Natchitoches, LA
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Monitored student athlete academic performance through grade checking and boosted results with study hall and techniques.
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
Head Dance Line Coach
Natchitoches Central High School
Natchitoches, LA
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Organized practices that focused on skill development while also emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship.
- Traveled with teams when necessary in order provide support during away games and tournaments.
- Facilitated communication between players and staff members regarding any questions or issues that arose during practices and games.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Engaged with fans and the community to build support and foster team spirit.
- Analyzed team performance data to measure progress, make corrections, and set goals.
- Worked with boosters, parents, and school administrators to handle support functions.
- Built strong media and community relationships through positive interaction and communication in support of sports program.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
2nd Grade Teacher
L.P. Vaughn Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Effectively utilized CKLA units, guided reading, and Sonday to build fluent readers, developed reading comprehension and phonic skills
- Developed students' math abilities by implementing Zearn Math
- Observation Rating, 3.7- Highly Effective
- ELA Student learning Target Achievement, 4.0 - Exceptional Attainment
- Math Student Learning Target Achievement, 4.0 - Exceptional Attainment
2nd Grade Teacher
M.R. Weaver Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Effectively utilized Fountas and Pinnell, guided reading, and Debbie Diller stations to support students in reading fluently, developed reading comprehension and phonic skills
- Developed students' math skills by utilizing Eureka Math
- Observation Rating, 3.0- Proficient
- ELA Student learning Target Achievement, 4.0 - Exceptional Attainment
- Math Student Learning Target Achievement, 3.0 -Full Attainment
2nd Grade Teacher
L.P. Vaughn Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Effectively utilized Reading Street, guided reading, and stations to support students in reading fluently, developed reading comprehension and phonic skills
- Developed students' math abilities by utilizing Eureka Math
- Observation Rating, 3.0- Emerging
- ELA Student learning Target Achievement, 3.0 - Full Attainment
- Math Student Learning Target Achievement, 4.0 - Exceptional Attainment
Education
Masters of Educational Leadership -
Louisiana Christian University
Pineville05-2023
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
05.2016
Skills
- 2024 Miss Merry Christmas and the Belles Jingle Creator and Choreographer
- 2025 Miss Lady of the Bracelet T-shirt Designer
- 2024 Miss Cane River T-shirt designer
- 2023 Miss Cane River's Teen T-Shirt Designer
- 2022 City of Lights Outstanding Teen T-shirt Designer
- 2024 Delta Sigma Theta Beautillion Choreographer
- District Summer Curriculum Team - 2 years
- Aspiring leaders trained
- Educators Rising Virtual Conference Presenter
- Teacher Leader for the School Empowerment Network
- Mentor – Northwestern State University
- School Leadership Team
Activities
- I enjoy giving back to our community and society. I have worked for Habitat for Humanity and I currently serve as the maroon line coach for Natchitoches Central High School. My role as a coach allows me to mentor young ladies and support them in becoming responsible adults.
- I also enjoy working with the community to engage students in experiences outside of the norm. For example:
- Virtual field trips to The Smithsonian Museum of Natural Arts and History
- Community food drive in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Butterfly kits in partnership with international paper
Timeline
3rd Grade Teacher
NSU Elementary Lab School
08.2022 - Current
Head Dance Line Coach
Natchitoches Central High School
05.2021 - 05.2023
Pep Squad Coach
Natchitoches Magnet School
08.2019 - 05.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
Natchitoches Magnet School
08.2019 - 05.2022
2nd Grade Teacher
L.P. Vaughn Elementary
08.2018 - 05.2019
2nd Grade Teacher
M.R. Weaver Elementary
08.2017 - 05.2018
Head Dance Line Coach
Natchitoches Central High School
05.2017 - 05.2020
2nd Grade Teacher
L.P. Vaughn Elementary
08.2016 - 05.2017
Masters of Educational Leadership -
Louisiana Christian University
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
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