Kamisha Thomas
Gray Court,South Carolina
Summary
Professional skills coach with proven track record in developing and enhancing team performance. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in communication, mentorship, and strategic planning. Reliable team player known for meeting evolving needs and driving success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Skills Coach
Thornwell Charter School
08.2024 - Current
- Create a safe, fun and learning culture for all students and staff.
- Teach Self-Determination which allows the students to have the opportunity for input and choices.
- Deal with a trauma-informed atmosphere that is nurturing and comfortable for students and teachers.
- Teach the appropriate curriculum that helps develop the appropriate ways to deal with different behaviors.
- Relationship Development with students, parents and staff.
1st Grade Teacher
Laurens School District 55
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Enhance student learning by optimizing a wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activity.
- Evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
4K Teacher
Thornwell Child Development Center
09.2016 - 07.2022
- Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
- Evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Motivate students emotional and social needs to meet milestones
HR Coordinator/Trainer
Jostens Cap and Gown Company
08.2010 - 01.2015
- Train, motivate, and supervise 120 temporary associates during peak season.
- Conduct safety classes for between 150 to 170 people annually.
- Conduct New Employee Orientation for all employees including temporary associates.
- Order Mile Stone Rings for upcoming graduates for that year.
- Enter and update data into PeopleSoft including new hires, payroll, and status changes.
- Organize company functions for over 200 employees including charitable giving for the angel tree supporting Laurens DSS, Hospice House of Clinton, Laurens Special Needs and Christmas caroling for nursing homes.
- Support shortage/backorder team during rush season and as required.
Education
B.S. - History
Lander University
01-2006
Skills
- Proficient in PowerSchool
- Microsoft Office
- Self-awareness
- Motivational skills
- Task delegation
- Creativity enhancement
- Data entry
Timeline
Behavior Skills Coach
Thornwell Charter School
08.2024 - Current
1st Grade Teacher
Laurens School District 55
08.2022 - 08.2024
4K Teacher
Thornwell Child Development Center
09.2016 - 07.2022
HR Coordinator/Trainer
Jostens Cap and Gown Company
08.2010 - 01.2015
B.S. - History
Lander University