Skilled Lead Instructor proficient in documentation and compliance. Successful at cultivating a student-focused culture without sacrificing quality of instruction. Ready to apply 30 years of progressive experience to challenging new role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Instructor
Shippers Choice Of Virginia
Chester, VA
12.2018 - Current
Motivated junior teachers to provide exceptional learning environments.
Reviewed class and student records to look for areas in need of improvement and implement plans of action.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Instructed up to 20 students individually and in groups on Transportation subjects.
Met with students, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Met with students to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Completed student progress reports on a daily basis to notify students and of strengths and areas of improvement.
Assessed and looked after over twenty students by working closely with staff and efficiently planning and coordinating work.
Prepared writen tests and quizzes to determine student comprehension.
Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs to increase classroom participation by 10%.
Commercial Vehicle Owner Operator
Long Gone Transportation
Richmond, VA
2015 - 2018
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Maintained current Class [Type] CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Music Teacher
Richmond Public Schools
Richmond, VA
1995 - 2015
Taught music appreciation, history and fundamentals to vocalists and musicians of varying skill levels.
Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
Advanced school's creative and academic reputation in accordance with established values and vision through promotion.