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Glenda A. Odua

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Gifted professional with over 15 -year teaching career in public schools as well as many years is social services . Talented in public speaking, and . Committed to helping all others reach maximum potential.

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Learning Exchange
Milwaukee, WI
09.2020 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.

Caregiver

Brolotoc System South
Milwaukee, WI
10.2004 - Current
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Teacher

Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy
Milwaukee, WI
10.2016 - 09.2019
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Teacher

Catapult Learning
Milwaukee, WI
09.2004 - 09.2015
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.

Teacher

Milwaukee Public School System
Milwaukee, WI
09.2004 - 06.2005
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
  • Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.

Division Manager Social Service

New Concept Self Development
Milwaukee , WI
09.2002 - 09.2004
  • Met divisional objectives by recruiting and qualifying vendor and trade bases.
  • Supervised daily planning, coordination and administration for division operations.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Communicated and collaborated with stakeholders to achieve division objectives.

Case Manager Children in Foster Care

St. Joseph Service For Children And Families
Brooklyn, NY
10.1997 - 10.2000
  • Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff and patients.
  • Managed caseload of 60 children in welfare system to provide comprehensive, community-based care.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents to foster communication and encourage involvement for student growth.
  • Developed and implemented transition services plan to facilitate movement from school to activities.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.

Group Home Supervisor

Catholic Guardian
Manhattan, NY
02.1986 - 08.1997
  • Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
  • Assisted staff with maintaining residents' health by scheduling medical appointments and arranging transportation.
  • Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
  • Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Monitored direct care activities for the residents .

Education

No Degree -

Master of Arts -

Fordham University
The Bronx, NY
05.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Wisconsin Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
05.1985

Skills

  • Student-centered learning
  • Classroom management
  • Group learning mechanics
  • Inquiry-based learning

Timeline

Teacher

Learning Exchange
09.2020 - Current

Teacher

Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy
10.2016 - 09.2019

Caregiver

Brolotoc System South
10.2004 - Current

Teacher

Catapult Learning
09.2004 - 09.2015

Teacher

Milwaukee Public School System
09.2004 - 06.2005

Division Manager Social Service

New Concept Self Development
09.2002 - 09.2004

Case Manager Children in Foster Care

St. Joseph Service For Children And Families
10.1997 - 10.2000

Group Home Supervisor

Catholic Guardian
02.1986 - 08.1997

No Degree -

Master of Arts -

Fordham University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Wisconsin Green Bay
Glenda A. Odua