Lakita White

Work History

Math Instructional Specialist

Houston Independent School District, HISD

01.2018 - Current

Plan and monitor implementation of technology-based math learning programs
Create Math curricula map, research topics and conceptualize course format, subject matter for professional development.
Develop and implement professional development to improve student mastery of learning objectives.
Deliver coaching sessions to educators in a variety of grade levels on delivery of math instruction and data driven instruction,
Contribute to development of comprehensive educator professional development
Enhance course materials and support implementation to meet the needs of our student body.
Help modify general education curriculum to accommodate students with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
Prepare classrooms for class activities and provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
Administer special accommodations during examinations to lengthen test times and read instructions aloud.
Support educators in tailoring education and development goals to match individual student abilities and needs.
Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Develop assessments to evaluate curriculum effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
Develop professional learning communities to improve organizational efficiency.
Monitor classroom instruction through daily in person observations
Provide feedback with action steps and deadlines to educators.

Literacy Interventionist

Houston Independent School District, HISD

Provided ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement of students who were two to three grade levels behind in reading and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling readers.
Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
Applied proven strategies to improve students' fluency and comprehension.
Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs in literacy.
Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Coordinated regular meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues.
Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.

Teacher

Houston Independent School District, HISD

08.2006 - 08.2017

Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Communicated clearly and frequently through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences with parents and students,
Contributed to meetings with faculty members to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization for two consecutive years.
Conducted student evaluations to measure student performance and progress, providing guidance through small group instruction for areas requiring improvement.
Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using a variety of Kagan and Lead4ward strategies along with educational technology and hands on activities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modifications and positive reinforcement strategies such as CHAMPS, Teach Like a Champion, and Love and Logic Strategies.
Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Awarded the greatest incentive amount for student growth on standardized testing for two consecutive years

Technology Specialist

Segora Management Group

01.2002 - 07.2006

Worked closely with departmental decision makers of home builders to identify, recommend, develop and implement cost-effective technology solutions for new homes.
Conducted personal consultations with new home owners to advise on technology add ons during the pre stages of homebuilding
Implemented Excel spreadsheets for order entry, inventory and accounting.
Created detailed sales presentations to communicate product features and market data.
Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
Maintained sense of urgency in answering customer questions and requests through email or voice message.
Achieved top performance by strategically adapting to rapidly changing, competitive environment.

Overview

Work History

Math Instructional Specialist

Literacy Interventionist

Teacher

Technology Specialist

Education

Masters of Educational Leadership - Educational Leadership

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

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