ELICIA AKER
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Math Teacher
Lathrop Middle School
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools to help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests, and assignments.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of students.
Math Teacher
DeKalb High School
08.2007 - Current
- Taught 8th Grade Math, 7th Grade Math, Applied Math, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra 1
- Planned and implemented daily instruction
- Managed classroom setting and behavior
- Used Lumen to assign and update grades and construct reports
- Communicated effectively with students, staff, and parents on academics and behavior
- Worked with cohort team of teachers to develop common Algebra I curriculum and data team
- Worked with departmental team for collaboration and professional development
- Daily supervision (lunch, hallway, parking lot)
- Actively participated in PLC implementation.
High School Cheer Coach
DeKalb High School
- Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting techniques through proper demonstrations.
- Provided training direction, encouragement and motivation to prepare cheerleaders for events.
- Observed cheerleaders during events and practices to determine needs for individual or team improvement.
Middle School Cheer Coach
DeKalb High School
- Taught cheerleaders safety and proper stunting techniques through proper demonstrations.
- Paid specific attention to each individual team member to deliver constructive criticism balanced with praise.
- Prepared cheerleaders for games and competitions with rigorous practice schedule.
8th Grade Class Sponsor
DeKalb High School
Math Teacher
Rushville Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2007
- Taught 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Title 1 Math
- Taught 8th Grade Computers
- Planned and implemented daily instruction
- Collaborated with classroom teachers for planning and team teaching
- Managed classroom setting and behavior
- Used SIS to assign and update grades and construct reports
- Communicated effectively with students, staff, and parents on behavior and academics
- Actively participated in PLC.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education, Math And Business
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO2006
References
- Amy McNeely, Middle School Counselor, Lathrop Middle School
- LeAnna Wilcox, Elementary School Counselor, Lathrop Elementary School
- Jennifer Hernandez, Technology Coordinator, Lathrop School District
- John Goodin, Principal, Kearney Junior High School
Timeline
Math Teacher
Lathrop Middle School
08.2016 - 05.2023
Math Teacher
DeKalb High School
08.2007 - Current
Math Teacher
Rushville Elementary School
08.2006 - 05.2007
High School Cheer Coach
DeKalb High School
Middle School Cheer Coach
DeKalb High School
8th Grade Class Sponsor
DeKalb High School
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Education, Math And Business
Northwest Missouri State University