Donnia Thomas
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and passionate educator with almost 3 years of experience fostering a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Adept at creating and implementing innovative teaching methods to inspire students' curiosity and intellectual growth. Proven track record of effectively tailoring curriculum to diverse learning styles and needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest educational trends and technologies. Adept at promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning in students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Chicago International Charter School - Longwood C
07.2023 - Current
- Cultivates relationships and communicates with parents to provide best learning environment for children
- Monitors student progress and adjusts instruction to meet individual needs
- Utilizes innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning
- Collaborates with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience
REAL ESTATE
BROKER, Keller Williams Elite
01.2022 - Current
- Assists sellers in how to best promote their properties to attract advantageous offers
- Advertise properties through a variety of marketing techniques
- Evaluates the clients' desires and economic capabilities to discover the appropriate suggestions
- Provides information regarding legal guidelines, rates, specifications and property availability
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Chicago International Charter School - Longwood C
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Interim/ Substitute teacher for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance
- Adhered to classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts
Teacher's Assistant
Betty Shabazz International Charter School
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Distributed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher
PERSONAL TRAINER COUNSELOR
Fitness International
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with daily outreach through social media and email to solicit new business
- Called previous and existing members to create personal training prospects
- Planed and executed promotional events to market services to new and existing members
- Facilitated fitness assessments to new members and cross-sold personal training packages
UNDERGRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Michigan
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Gathered and analyzed research data to distill into representative graphs and charts highlighting the results of the published research
- Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures, and tests
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO07.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI12.2020
Skills
- Creative Lesson Plan Development
- Academic Advisement
- Lesson Planning
- Student Needs Support
- Data Analytics
- Project Management
- New Business Development
- Client Service & Retention
- Interpersonal & Collaboration Skills
- Proficient Verbal & Written Communication
Licenses
Real Estate Broker, 02/2022- Current
Real Estate School of Illinois
Timeline
Educator
Chicago International Charter School - Longwood C
07.2023 - Current
Long-Term Substitute Teacher
Chicago International Charter School - Longwood C
01.2023 - 08.2023
REAL ESTATE
BROKER, Keller Williams Elite
01.2022 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Betty Shabazz International Charter School
09.2021 - 01.2023
PERSONAL TRAINER COUNSELOR
Fitness International
01.2021 - 01.2022
UNDERGRAD RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Michigan
01.2016 - 01.2018
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Michigan
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