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LaQuisha Owens

Summary

Dynamic educator and administrative professional with a proven track record at Child Care Network and Walmart, specializing in classroom management and student engagement. Excelled in creating supportive learning environments and streamlining operations, achieving significant improvements in student participation and staff efficiency. Expert in early childhood education and adept at fostering parent-teacher communication.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Blessed Are the Children
05.2007 - 07.2010
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Teacher's Assistant

Child Care Network
08.2011 - 09.2014
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

After School Teacher

Youth Conversion
05.2024 - Current
  • Organized and supervised games and Type recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
  • Performed general housekeeping duties by washing tables and chairs, putting away chairs and properly placing toys in cubbies.
  • Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
  • Redirected inappropriate student behavior and implemented program discipline system to guide proper student behavior.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
  • Served as a mentor to new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective teaching strategies.
  • Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to Number children.
  • Provided additional support to struggling students through after-school tutoring sessions, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing varied teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.

Human Resource

Walmart
11.2014 - 12.2023
  • Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
  • Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand candidate pools for hard-to-fill positions, ultimately leading to successful hires.
  • Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
  • Led open enrollment periods for health insurance coverage options, assisting employees in making informed decisions regarding their benefits selections.
  • Coordinated employee training programs to boost skills development and improve overall performance.

Accounting

Walmart
11.2014 - 12.2023
  • Implemented accounting training and education for new hires on county staff.
  • Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
  • Streamlined accounting operations for increased accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Set up and managed project accounting systems.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Participated in staff training sessions aimed at improving overall understanding of accounting principles among non-accounting personnel.
  • Used pivot tables to create detailed accounting reports to explain cost expenses.
  • Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient accounting procedures and software.
  • Identified and resolved internal accounting variances, promoting data accuracy.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting software and practices.
  • Supervised team of accounting technicians, liaising between colleagues and management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kimball High School
Dallas Tx

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Materials preparation
  • Student engagement
  • Class coordination
  • Small group supervision
  • Safety guidelines
  • Classroom supervision
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Attendance monitoring
  • Early childhood education
  • Serving diverse communities
  • Art and music support
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Field trip monitoring

Timeline

After School Teacher

Youth Conversion
05.2024 - Current

Human Resource

Walmart
11.2014 - 12.2023

Accounting

Walmart
11.2014 - 12.2023

Teacher's Assistant

Child Care Network
08.2011 - 09.2014

Teacher

Blessed Are the Children
05.2007 - 07.2010

High School Diploma -

Kimball High School

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