Lakisha Owens
Virginia Beach
Summary
Upbeat Educator devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills. Also, I am a high-energy leader who offers knowledge and abilities to new position dedicated to helping all students. Skilled in activity coordination, student assessment and record keeping. Persistent in uncovering and meeting individual student needs.
Knowledgeable and proven ability to motivate individuals and teams, leading to significant performance improvements. Demonstrated effective communication and strategic planning skills in various coaching environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Wide Instructiona; Coach
Norfolk Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Assisted new teachers acclimate quickly into their roles through comprehensive mentoring programs and ongoing support.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Coordinated school-wide events including parent-teacher conferences, science night
General Education Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2024
- Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Related to students through consideration of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Stayed abreast of latest changes in field by completing training courses and attending conferences.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
Logistics Team Member
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
08.2003 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
- Processed and entered customer orders into database and provided proactive customer service for accounts.
- Verified accurate account invoicing through collaboration with accounting department.
- Managed system support functions to set priorities and service levels expectations.
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
- Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kempsville High School
Virginia Beach, VABachelor of Science - Business Administration
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VAMaster of Science - Early Childhood Education PreK-3
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VAEducational Leadership -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2024
Skills
- Ul>
- Classroom Instruction
- P>Classroom management
- P>Relationship building
- P>Cultural sensitivity
- P>Student assessments
- P>Presentation skills
- P>Technology integration
- P>Group Instruction
- P>Special education
- Instructional planning skills
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative learning
Personal Information
Title: Teacher
Hobbies and Interests
Reading
Teaching Student Leadership Skills
Timeline
Division Wide Instructiona; Coach
Norfolk Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
General Education Teacher
Norfolk Public Schools
08.2012 - 06.2024
Logistics Team Member
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
08.2003 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Old Dominion University
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education PreK-3
Old Dominion University
High School Diploma -
Kempsville High School
Educational Leadership -
Old Dominion University
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