LaMonica Tellis
Stonecrest,Georgia
Summary
Versatile leader focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to develop school improvement goals, coordinate Title I budget, and implement improvement strategies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Asst. Principal
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
02.2017 - Current
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
- Coordinated yearly operations and staff budget, tracked expenses, and documented actions.
- Verified adherence to state, federal and private funding source requirements across programs and outcomes.
Federal Programs, Title I Facilitator
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
05.2016 - Current
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions, provided needed technology and resources.
- Brought in projects on-time and under-budget by effectively handling routine and complex issues.
- Recruited, hired and directed well-qualified candidates to maximize student achievement and eliminate program lags.
- Planned and facilitated Title I Stakeholders and Annual Meetings and Building Capacity Workshops in accordance with district, state, and federal guidelines to build Parent and Family Engagement initiatives.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented solutions for improvement.
- Prepared and submitted annual Title I budgets, prepared requisitions and monitor expenditures, maintain inventory of all Title I equipment and supplies.
- Researched, purchased/contracted, and evaluated high-quality, research-based professional learning opportunities for faculty.
ELA Teacher
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
08.1998 - 02.2017
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
ELA Teacher
Moss Point School District, Moss Point High School
08.1992 - 06.1997
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Specialist of Education - Education Leadership
Argosy University
Atlanta, GA12.2008
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA06.2001
Bachelor of Arts - English
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.1991
Skills
- Interpersonal Strengths
- Classroom Evaluations
- Federal Compliance
- Budget Administration
- Skills Enhancement
- Team Collaboration
- Confidence and Determination
- Behavioral Intervention
- Graduation Rate Improvements
- Staff Management
- Program Management
- Community Relations
Certification
Education Leadership (P-12 Tier I)
Timeline
Asst. Principal
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
02.2017 - Current
Federal Programs, Title I Facilitator
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
05.2016 - Current
ELA Teacher
Dekalb County Schools, Lakeside High School
08.1998 - 02.2017
ELA Teacher
Moss Point School District, Moss Point High School
08.1992 - 06.1997
Specialist of Education - Education Leadership
Argosy University
Master of Arts - Education
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Southern University And A & M College
Education Leadership (P-12 Tier I)
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