DALONDA PIERSON
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Experienced high school teacher with expertise in English, Algebra, and World Geography. Strong classroom management skills and ability to engage students for a positive learning experience. Proficient in Skyward for efficient student progress tracking and record-keeping. Committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student growth and success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Forney ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
- Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society
Parent Support Specialist
Forney ISD
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to better serve families.
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering open communication and trust.
- Enhanced parental involvement by conducting informative workshops and support groups.
- Managed caseloads efficiently ensuring timely follow-up with parents regarding concerns or updates.
PEIMS Clerk
Forney ISD
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Supported school administrators by providing timely and accurate data reports for decision-making processes.
- Ensured seamless communication between departments by serving as the primary point of contact for PEIMS-related inquiries.
- Contributed significantly to annual audits by preparing detailed reports on various aspects of the district''s education management systems.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of state reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Played a crucial role in meeting state reporting deadlines through diligent tracking and submission of required documentation.
Secretary/Administrative Assistant
Mesquite ISD
07.2014 - 07.2018
- Assisted administrative staff with registration, record reconciliation, summer payroll, attendance issues and procedures by interpreting and applying the policies and state laws and regulations
Senior Leave of Absence Representative
Sedgwick CMS
12.2007 - 07.2014
- Analyzed reported Family Medical Leave (FMLA) and various client specific leave requests; to make determinations based on state and federal regulations; and to ensure that on-going claim management is within company service standards and industry best practices
- Liaison between client and claimants to communicate decisions and projected management
- Managed a heavy case load while utilizing strong oral, written and electronic communications between management, client, and claimants
- Maintained professional client relationships and supported the organization's quality program
- Mentored and trained both new and existing colleagues on processes and practices to develop, correct, and improve performance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Studies
Indiana Wesleyan University
07.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Mountain View College
12.2007
Business Management -
Richland College
12.1999
Computer Science -
Southern University
12.1989
Mass Communications -
University of Southwestern Louisiana
12.1987
Skills
- Skyward
- Classroom management
- Social/ Emotional Learning
- Relationship building
- Motivating students
- Leadership Development Program Graduate
Timeline
Teacher
Forney ISD
08.2022 - Current
Parent Support Specialist
Forney ISD
07.2019 - 08.2022
PEIMS Clerk
Forney ISD
07.2018 - 07.2019
Secretary/Administrative Assistant
Mesquite ISD
07.2014 - 07.2018
Senior Leave of Absence Representative
Sedgwick CMS
12.2007 - 07.2014
Business Management -
Richland College
Computer Science -
Southern University
Mass Communications -
University of Southwestern Louisiana
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Studies
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Mountain View College
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