DJena Howard
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
With a proven track record at Enhancing Steps Child Care, I excel in fostering educational leadership and nurturing safe learning environments. My expertise in curriculum development and child-parent collaboration has significantly enhanced student success rates. Renowned for creative problem-solving and effective team building, I bring a dynamic blend of hard and soft skills to every educational challenge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher
Enhancing Steps Child Care
10.2018 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
- Served as a member of the school''s leadership team, participating in strategic planning efforts aimed at continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Supervisor
Howard Trucking Services
01.2019 - 02.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Reduced conflict incidents significantly, fostering cohesive team environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings.
Education
High School Diploma -
James E. Groppi
Milwaukee, WI05.2017
Skills
- Childcare needs
- Safety awareness
- Key decision making
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Lesson development
- Educational leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Project-based learning
- IEP support
- Subject matter expertise
- Curricula development
- Group and individual instruction
- Department planning
- Childcare requirements
- Safe learning environment
- Research and writing
- Teacher coaching
- Age-appropriate discipline
- Literacy strategies
- Instructional improvement
- Motivating students
- Community involvement
- Student assessment
- Student evaluations
- Innovative lesson planning
- State teaching credential
- Reporting and documentation
- Creative lesson planning
- Flexible and adaptive
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Safety Procedures
- Team building
- Behavioral Management
- Professionalism
- Educational research
- Time management abilities
- Interactive Learning
- Adaptability
- Performance Evaluation
- Problem-solving aptitude
Affiliations
I am a dedicated hard worker and I strive to help my work places become better in any way that I can.
Certification
CPR
Child care provider
Cbrf
Timeline
Supervisor
Howard Trucking Services
01.2019 - 02.2024
Lead Teacher
Enhancing Steps Child Care
10.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
James E. Groppi
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