Antakeyda Smith
Thomson,GA
Summary
Hi, my name is Antakeyda Smith, but better known as Mrs. Smith by many. I am from Thomson,Georgia, born and raised. Serving in my third year of teaching, I am currently a 2nd grade teacher that strives to use strong classroom management skills and effective communication with both students and staff. I am very passionate about education and really have a deep desire to help children grow. To promote student learning, I implement active learning hand-on activities to keep children engaged, connect learning to real-world problems, and fosters social development to focus on collaborative strategies to meet the needs of all children. I am committed to creating a possible learning environment to maintain productive learning. Teaching has always been a career that I wanted to fulfill even as a child, but of course life happens. I was determined to still fulfill that dream and here I am! I am currently working on my Master of Elementary Education. The MAT program in education is a big step toward helping me gain the skills and credentials I need to be more successful in the classroom. I am looking forward to gaining as much knowledge as possible to be able to be a principle some day.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
McDuffie County School System
Thomson, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster student interest in learning.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
- Integrated technology tools into lessons to support diverse learning styles.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching techniques.
- Supported students' social and emotional development through tailored activities and guidance.
- Promoted active learning by integrating cooperative strategies and problem-solving activities into daily lesson plans.
- Planned learning activities to address individual differences among students.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into daily lessons.
Team Lead
Walmart
Augusta, GA
10.2012 - 06.2023
- Led daily team operations, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
- Trained new team members on procedures and best practices for optimal performance.
- Monitored team performance, providing feedback to support continuous improvement efforts.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration on projects.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions collaboratively.
- Promoted a positive work environment by foster to ring teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers and answering their questions.
- Ensure that area is clean and organized to meet my customers' expectations
Master Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Albany, Ga
06.2010 - 09.2012
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards
- Led sandwich preparation process to ensure quality and consistency in product delivery.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, and promoting a positive environment.
- Trained new team members on food safety standards and efficient sandwich assembly techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality sandwiches according to specific requests.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Albany State University
Albany, GA12-2012
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School
Thomson, GA05-2007
Skills
- Great Listener
- Communicates well with others
- Works well with others
- Very patient
- Good customer service skills
- Good time management skills
- Very organized
- Collaborative learning
- Classroom management skills
- Passionate about student learning
Accomplishments
- Earned Honorable Mention, " Tooting my own Horn Drawing" South Georgia College Art Invitational, Albany, Ga in 2013.
- First Place Painting, " Love" Southwest Georgia College Art Invitational, Albany Ga in 2012.
- Honorable Mention, " Flower Vase" Darton Student Exhibition, Albany, Ga in 2010.
- First Place Drawing, President Jimmy Carter Birthday Card Contest, Thomson, Ga in 2004.
Timeline
2nd Grade Elementary Teacher
McDuffie County School System
07.2023 - Current
Team Lead
Walmart
10.2012 - 06.2023
Master Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
06.2010 - 09.2012
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Albany State University
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School