Lacretia Mckenzie
Dade County Public Schools
Miramar,FL
26
years of professional experience
Experienced education professional with over 20 years in student support and individualized learning.Valued for ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and engaging diverse student populations. Known for reliability, excellent communication, and results-driven approach.Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
3 Years 2 Months- Executed pre-assigned lesson plans across diverse grade levels and subjects, ensuring educational continuity during teacher absences.
- Facilitated classroom dynamics, mediated conflicts, documented behavior, and enforced rules to foster a secure and productive learning environment.
- Delivered lesson plans, maintaining instructional continuity across classrooms.
- Managed classroom behavior, enforcing district policies and learning expectations.
- Adapted instruction to support diverse student needs and pace.
Interventionist
4 Years 2 MonthsInterventionist
4 Years 2 Months- Delivered targeted academic, developmental, and behavioral support to students, enabling them to maintain or exceed grade-level proficiency.
- Facilitated small group instruction while tracking student data, collaborating with educators, and implementing tiered support strategies to address diverse learning needs.
- Delivered targeted reading and math interventions aligned with MTSS and RTI frameworks.
- Monitored student progress using assessment data to adjust instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to support differentiated instruction and classroom intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
15 Years 3 Months- Developed and delivered individualized instruction for students with diverse disabilities, addressing specific academic and behavioral needs.
- Authored and updated Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to align with each student's unique requirements.
- Modified general education curriculum materials to support diverse learning needs outlined in students' IEPs.
- Administered state testing accommodations and modifications to ensure equitable access for each student according to their IEP.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Elementary Education
Completed undergraduate coursework and specialized Elementary Education courses to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education.
Skills
Problem-solving
Student engagement
Behavior management
Classroom organization
Group and individual instruction
Verbal and written communication
Lesson implementation
Parent-teacher communication
Differentiated instruction
Special education
Instructional strategies
Teamwork and collaboration
Classroom management
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Dade County Public Schools
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Interventionist
MIAMI DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
03.2022 - 05.2026Read More
Interventionist
Dade County Public Schools
03.2022 - 05.2026Read More
Special Education Teacher
Miami Dade County Public Schools
09.2000 - 12.2015Read More
Florida Memorial University
Bachelor’s of Science from Elementary Education
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Personal Information
Title: Interventionist