Lakisha Walker
Richmond,UT
Summary
Enthusiastic and creative individual with solid understanding of student development and learning styles. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills and connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Experienced developing engaging lesson plans and assessments to measure student progress.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of Record
Spring Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to enhance student engagement.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Utilized educational technology tools to support diverse learning styles and needs.
- Assessed student progress through formative assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve instructional techniques and methodologies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and classroom activities.
- Developed individualized education plans to meet diverse student needs.
Case Manager
Spring Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans based on student assessments and needs.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments of student situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend appropriate services and resources.
- Analyzed data trends to inform strategic decisions for program improvements and resource allocation.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
ABC- Para
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons and classroom activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assessed student social, emotional and academic needs to plan goals appropriately.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system
Instructional Specialist
Yancy Life
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs.
- Utilized recorded data to implement actionable curriculum improvements.
- Collaborate with teachers to determine curriculum efficacy.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
- Provide tutorials to 1-8 students per session
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Verified compliance with all state and local education requirements
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs
Education
M.D. - Education
Ashford University
San Diego, CA01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12.2011
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Reading comprehension
- Reading comprehension
- Reading comprehension
- Reading comprehension
Certification
- Certified , Dyslexia ( Reading by Design) - February 2022
- Certified School Behavioral Threat Assessment Team Member- 2026
Timeline
Teacher of Record
Spring Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Spring Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
ABC- Para
Fort Bend Independent School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Instructional Specialist
Yancy Life
04.2022 - 06.2022
M.D. - Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Dual Major
University of Southern Mississippi