Lakeidra Thompson
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Innovative Instructional Coordinator with background in designing effective curriculum and developing comprehensive training programs for diverse learning environments. Possess strong skills in technology integration, instructional strategies, and collaborative leadership to enhance educational outcomes. Significant impact made through improving curriculum standards and teacher effectiveness, leading to better student performance and engagement across various subjects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Specialist
Monroe Charter Academy
Waxhaw, NC
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
- Conducted research to ensure curricular content is up-to-date and relevant.
- Drafted reports that document results of program evaluations as required by funding sources.
- Built and updated evaluation and survey tools to monitor and improve effectiveness of courses.
- Maintained an inventory of current textbooks, software titles, and library collections used in the district.
- Provided guidance on instructional strategies, assessment methods and classroom management techniques.
National Board Assessor
Pearson Scoring
Charlotte, NC
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed quality control checks on scored tests to ensure accuracy and integrity of data.
- Graded exams, assignments, essays and recorded grades.
- Scheduled teaching observations to receive supervisor feedback about teaching performance.
- Organized and tracked test scores for accuracy.
- Maintained confidentiality of all student records during scoring process.
- Developed strategies for improving the accuracy of score reporting processes.
- Provided feedback to teachers regarding the performance of their students.
Teacher
Charter One USA
Concord, NC
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
First Grade Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Worked with school administrators to develop classroom management policies for grade level.
- Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
- Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
- Organized and supervised class projects, field trips, and guest speaker events.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
Intervention Specialist and Teacher
Danville Public Schools
Danville, VA
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with other educational personnel to provide inclusive activities or programs for children with disabilities.
- Adapted instructional techniques to appropriate ages and skill levels of supervised students.
- Assisted students in effectively navigating social and academic environments by building repertoire of skills.
- Evaluated instructional materials and curricula for appropriateness for use with students with special needs.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
- Utilized technology tools to provide differentiated instruction that meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Tracked and analyzed data on client behaviors to assess progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2024
Specialist of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2022
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2018
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Educational technology
- Instructional materials
- Standards alignment
- Subject matter expertise
- Feedback implementation
- Curriculum mapping
- Training facilitation
- Adaptive learning
- Teaching strategies
- Universal design
- Course development experience
- Assessment design
- Learning theory
Accomplishments
- Developed district elementary vertical alignment team.
- Founded, organized and facilitated a comprehensive summer school enrichment program.
- Organized innovative instruction methods that became the standard for the district.
- Designed and conducted professional development workshops in many areas for staff throughout the past five years.
Timeline
Curriculum Specialist
Monroe Charter Academy
07.2024 - 01.2025
National Board Assessor
Pearson Scoring
06.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher
Charter One USA
09.2023 - 06.2024
First Grade Teacher
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
01.2021 - 09.2023
Intervention Specialist and Teacher
Danville Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2020
Doctor of Education - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Liberty University
Specialist of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Liberty University
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Liberty University
Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Liberty University
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