Kadriya Wilks-Covington
Hazel Crest,IL
Summary
Adept at fostering educational environments, I excelled at Norfolk Public Schools by leveraging creative thinking to enhance student engagement and performance. Known for building strong relationships and employing positive reinforcement strategies, my multifaceted approach to teaching and coaching has consistently improved outcomes and fostered supportive learning atmospheres.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child''s progress and involving them in school activities.
Youth Gymnastics Coach
Excalibur Gymnastics
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Facilitated effective parent-coach communication, addressing concerns and providing updates on gymnast progress.
- Collaborated with other coaches to design comprehensive practice schedules and competition strategies.
- Increased athlete confidence through personalized goal-setting and motivational conversations.
- Utilized video analysis tools to provide visual feedback on technique improvements and areas needing further attention.
- Supported the physical fitness development of young gymnasts by incorporating conditioning and flexibility exercises into daily training routines.
- Implemented creative warm-up exercises to prepare athletes for rigorous training while minimizing injury risk.
- Ensured compliance with governing body regulations by maintaining accurate records of athlete eligibility documentation.
- Boosted team morale with consistent communication and support, fostering a positive atmosphere.
- Promoted a safe training environment by enforcing gym rules and safety guidelines during all sessions.
Store Crew Member
Speedway
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to customer needs and offering relevant solutions based on their preferences.
- Promoted store loyalty program, effectively enrolling new members and informing them of benefits.
- Supported smooth operations during peak hours by efficiently handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent performance standards.
Store Crew Member
Speedway
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to customer needs and offering relevant solutions based on their preferences.
- Promoted store loyalty program, effectively enrolling new members and informing them of benefits.
- Developed strong product knowledge through ongoing training sessions, resulting in increased confidence when assisting customers with their needs.
- Supported smooth operations during peak hours by efficiently handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education
No Degree - Special Education
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA12-2025
Skills
- Bilingual/Spanish Speaker
- Positive reinforcement
- Multi-subject instruction
- Special needs support
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptable
- Complex Problem-solving
- Creative thinking
- Relationship building
Certification
- Apple Teacher Certification
- Illinois Driver's License
- Mandated Reporter
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2024 - Current
5th and 6th Grade Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2023 - 06.2024
Youth Gymnastics Coach
Excalibur Gymnastics
09.2022 - 04.2023
Store Crew Member
Speedway
05.2022 - 08.2022
Store Crew Member
Speedway
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Apple Teacher Certification
- Illinois Driver's License
- Mandated Reporter
No Degree - Special Education
Norfolk State University
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