Di'Sha Wallace
Summary
Dedicated candidate eager to leverage knowledge in social services and program development. Skilled in running social services initiatives and developing policies and procedures. Collaborative and committed to addressing social issues to improve quality of life in marginalized communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Advocate/ Case Manager
Texans Can Academy
10.2023 - Current
- Ensured caseloads met expected daily attendance targets for the campus
- Managed a caseload of students with daily documentation
- Coordinated with school counselors and administrators to identify at-risk students and develop tailored strategies for academic success.
- Help students overcome the social and emotional problems interfering with adjustment and achievement in school.
- Responded to identified social services needs and referrals including food, clothing, transportation, housing and community services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of existing programs through data analysis, identifying areas needing improvement or expansion based on observed trends in student outcomes.
First Grade Teacher
Merrifield Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed, utilized, and revised unit plans and weekly lesson plans to provide well-prepared writing instruction for first grade students.
Dance/Theatre Teacher
International Leadership Of Texas
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Taught foundational dance/theatre skills for grades 9-12 following TEKs based curriculum
- Was the dance director for The Dazzling Eagles Drill Team.
Kindergarten Teacher
Kipp Truth Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Developed, utilized, and revised unit plans and weekly lesson plans to provide well-prepared writing instruction for kindergarten students.
Teaching Fellow
Kipp Truth Elementary
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Co-taught grade levels Kindergarten through 2nd grade, utilizing the TEKS.
Education
Education -
Prairie View Agricultural and Mechanical University
Prairie View, TX12.2015
Skills
- Leadership
- Advocacy and Representation
- Communication skills
- Microsoft excel
- Microsoft word
- Policy understanding
- Crisis Intervention
- Networking and relationship building
Timeline
Student Advocate/ Case Manager
Texans Can Academy
10.2023 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Merrifield Elementary
08.2022 - 06.2023
Dance/Theatre Teacher
International Leadership Of Texas
08.2018 - 05.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Kipp Truth Elementary
08.2016 - 06.2018
Teaching Fellow
Kipp Truth Elementary
01.2016 - 06.2016
Education -
Prairie View Agricultural and Mechanical University
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