Destany Washington, M.Ed.
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher ( ELA, Math, and social studies)
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Oak Park Elementary
07.2022 - Current
- Taught 55 third graders following a common core-aligned curriculum.
- Analyzed and documented each student's progress by updating 45 weekly reports.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Soccer Coach Barbe High School- Junior Varsity
Calcasieu Parish School Board
12.2022 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by implementing strategic training programs and individualized coaching sessions.
- Increased player skills development by focusing on individual strengths and weaknesses through targeted drills.
- Improved team cohesion through regular team-building exercises and open communication channels among players.
- Achieved consistent winning records with tactical game plans tailored to each opponent''s style of play.
Tutor 4th grade ELA/Math
After School Tutoring-Oak Park Elementary
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Established positive relationships with both students and parents, fostering open communication regarding academic progress and goals.
Teacher ( Long term sub)
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Oak Park elementary
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Substitute Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School Board
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
Summer Assistant
Elementary Department
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently organizing schedules and managing daily tasks.
- Improved office efficiency with meticulous filing and organization of important documents.
- Improved office efficiency by organizing and maintaining filing systems.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies, ensuring availability of necessary items at all times.
Education
Ph.D. - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZMaster of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Child & Family Studies
Northwestern State University
12.2020
Skills
- File Management
- Service Planning
- Child Development
- Staff Collaboration
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Organization and preparation
- Effective communication
- Family Support
Certification
- Code of Ethics Training
- CPSB Digital Citizenship Program
- Suicide Prevention
- AIMS Pathway
- NCI- Non Crisis Intervention
Affiliation
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
- New Sunlight Baptist Church
- Seventh District Baptist Association
Timeline
Soccer Coach Barbe High School- Junior Varsity
Calcasieu Parish School Board
12.2022 - Current
Teacher ( ELA, Math, and social studies)
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Oak Park Elementary
07.2022 - Current
Teacher ( Long term sub)
Calcasieu Parish School Board, Oak Park elementary
12.2020 - 08.2021
Summer Assistant
Elementary Department
06.2017 - 07.2019
Substitute Teacher
Calcasieu Parish School Board
01.2017 - 11.2020
Tutor 4th grade ELA/Math
After School Tutoring-Oak Park Elementary
Ph.D. - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Child & Family Studies
Northwestern State University
- Code of Ethics Training
- CPSB Digital Citizenship Program
- Suicide Prevention
- AIMS Pathway
- NCI- Non Crisis Intervention
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