Kolesia Jolley
Oxon Hill,MD
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Co Teacher
Dc Scholars Public Charter School
11.2023 - Current
- Fostered critical thinking skills in students through problem-solving activities and real-world applications of concepts taught in class.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform instructional strategies and improve overall student achievement levels in the classroom.
- Boosted parent-teacher collaboration by maintaining open lines of communication and conducting regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Streamlined lesson planning processes with a focus on efficiency and alignment with state standards.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and encouraging respectful behavior among students.
- Improved overall classroom performance with consistent evaluations, feedback, and tailored support for individual needs.
Co-Teacher
Cedar Tree Academy
08.2014 - Current
- Developed and optimized rich learning environment by capitalizing on diverse engagement strategies and enriching teaching techniques.
- Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores BY 25%.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Increased student involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes and methods.
- Created after-school program to enhance student involvement in school processes.
Owner
Lots of Luv Nursery and Childcare, LLC
08.2009 - 07.2014
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity 40% by managing budgets, accounting of tuition, operating reports,, and costs.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Established and optimized program schedules to cover planned needs while capitalizing on opportunities to improve student learning.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Instructional Assistant
Howard Road Public Charter School
09.2006 - 08.2009
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Collaborated with teacher to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Assisted with classroom technology to prepare students with skills needed to succeed in technology-rich world.
Teacher
Creative Child Development
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood
Belford University
05.2009
Skills
- School Administration
- Training and Development
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Educational Enrichment
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Differentiated Instructional Methods
- Business Correspondence
- Database Administration
- Billing and Invoicing
- Recordkeeping and File Management
- Microsoft Office Proficient
- Classroom Instruction
Timeline
Co Teacher
Dc Scholars Public Charter School
11.2023 - Current
Co-Teacher
Cedar Tree Academy
08.2014 - Current
Owner
Lots of Luv Nursery and Childcare, LLC
08.2009 - 07.2014
Instructional Assistant
Howard Road Public Charter School
09.2006 - 08.2009
Teacher
Creative Child Development
09.2004 - 06.2005
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood
Belford University
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