LaKeshia D. Strutchen-Fluellen
Educator
Bonaire,GA
Summary
Dedicated educator and mentor with over 20 years in early childhood education, leading a team of 50-60 teachers to enhance curriculum development and classroom management. Committed to fostering professional growth and improving academic outcomes for children through targeted training and collaborative strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator/Mentor Coach/Interim Director Of Education/Site Supervisor
Fort Valley State University Head Start/Early Head Start
Fort Valley
09.2002 - Current
- An educator/mentor coach who collaborates with teachers and caregivers when working with children from Birth - 5 yr. olds in a structured classroom environment and maintains proper paperwork.
- I also provide instruction, according to the Head Start Performance Standards and High Scope Curriculum.
- Organize activities with teachers, evaluating/monitoring classrooms, planning daily lessons and setting goals for children.
- Communicating with parents to ensure their child’s academic growth is where it should be.
- Lead the education department of 50-60 teachers, collaborating curriculum ideas, providing professional development strategies, and building a solid foundation for children and teachers to improve.
Pre-K Teacher
Thomas’ Proud Child Learning Center
Perry
03.2000 - 09.2002
- An educator who taught 3 - 5 yr. old children in a structured classroom environment and helped maintain proper paperwork.
- I also directed the summer camp program the center promoted for 6 – 12 yr. old children.
- I also served as a CDA Advisor for some teachers who were employed here.
Part-Time House Parent
Phoenix Center/Behavioral Health Services
Warner Robins
12.2001 - 05.2002
- I assisted clients with taking meds.
- I supervised ladies during chores and assisted with their children as needed.
- I also completed the necessary paperwork at the end of my shift.
Child Development Specialist
Ga. Center for Youth
Reynolds
09.1999 - 05.2000
- A mentor for boys from age 8 to 18 who had been prior sex offenders and maintained proper paperwork/charts.
- I also assisted in classroom setting during the hours they attended school.
Pre-K Teacher
Alphabet Express Learning Center
Warner Robins
09.1998 - 09.1999
- An educator who taught 3 – 5 yr. old children in a structured classroom environment and maintained proper paperwork, as well as, lesson plans.
Education
M. A. - Education with a Specialization in Family & Community Services
Ashford University
Clinton, Iowa11-2013
M. S. - Early Childhood Education
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, Ga.05-2001
B. S. - Early Childhood Education
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, Ga.05-1999
College Preparatory Diploma -
Dodge County High School
Eastman, Ga.05-1994
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood education
- Performance assessment
- Teacher training
- Onboarding strategies and techniques
- Organizational and secretarial skills
Training
- CPR/First Aid /Fire Safety/Blood borne Pathogens
- High Scope Infant & Toddler Curriculum Course
- Child Abuse & Neglect
- HIPPA
- Certified Pre-K CLASS Observer
Hobbies and Interests
- Member of Ga. Head Start Association
- Member of The Order of Eastern Star PH
- Member of 100 Women in Gold
Timeline
Educator/Mentor Coach/Interim Director Of Education/Site Supervisor
Fort Valley State University Head Start/Early Head Start
09.2002 - Current
Part-Time House Parent
Phoenix Center/Behavioral Health Services
12.2001 - 05.2002
Pre-K Teacher
Thomas’ Proud Child Learning Center
03.2000 - 09.2002
Child Development Specialist
Ga. Center for Youth
09.1999 - 05.2000
Pre-K Teacher
Alphabet Express Learning Center
09.1998 - 09.1999
M. A. - Education with a Specialization in Family & Community Services
Ashford University
M. S. - Early Childhood Education
Fort Valley State University
B. S. - Early Childhood Education
Fort Valley State University
College Preparatory Diploma -
Dodge County High School