LaQuita Jordan
Cordova,TN
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in real estate, education, and legal services, now pursuing a career in project management. Skilled in coordinating workflows, managing stakeholders, maintaining accurate documentation, and leading teams toward successful outcomes. Licensed Real Estate Agent since 2020 with proven ability to juggle multiple projects, adapt quickly, and deliver results under pressure. Currently pursuing the PMP certification to strengthen project coordination expertise and transition into a formal project management role.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Teach For America - Memphis
05.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), managing up to 30 concurrent “mini-projects.”
- Coordinated communication between parents, staff, and administrators to align on goals and progress.
- Maintained precise documentation and reporting while balancing strict deadlines.
- Adapted methods to changing needs, demonstrating agility in high-pressure environments.
Construction Site Assistant
DC Construction (Family-Owned Construction Business)
01.2021 - Current
- Supported 10+ periodic site visits to active residential, commercial, and civil construction projects, observing progress and reporting on key milestones
- Observe project progress, safety procedures, and on-site coordination between contractors and subcontractors, contributing to zero reported safety violations during site visits
- Assist with minor logistics, documentation, and material tracking when needed
- Gained exposure to construction timelines, blueprint reading, and project management processes
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, reducing accidents and expediting project completion times.
Independent Project Consultant – Real Estate
Tennessee Association of Realtors
08.2020 - Current
- Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, coordinating showings, inspections, and negotiations.
- Collaborate with lenders, inspectors, and title companies to ensure smooth transactions.
- Conduct market research and provide clients with accurate data to support decision-making.
- Apply project management skills to track deadlines, manage documents, and resolve issues efficiently.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Developed 15 effective project tactics in 2025.
Legalman (Paralegal)
United States Navy
06.2006 - 05.2021
- Managed 50+ case files simultaneously, completing legal research and preparing documents under strict deadlines with 100% on-time delivery.
- Coordinated witness and client communications for depositions and hearings.
- Improved workflow accuracy by reducing document errors by 25% through strict adherence to confidentiality and security protocols.
- Provided administrative leadership and training to junior personnel.
Education
No Degree - Construction Management Fundamentals
10-2025
Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies
01.2018
Master of Science - Human Services
01.2012
Skills
- Project Scheduling & Coordination
- Workflow & Task Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- CRM & Data Management (Salesforce, Yardi, MLS)
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Excel & Office Suite
- Training & Team Collaboration
- Client Relationship Management
- Risk Awareness & Problem Solving
- Procore software
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI (In Progress)
- Certified Lean Six Sigma White Belt, Educate 360/Six Sigma Online - November 2025 Certification #: djQ4ODIzMy0yOTg
- Commercial Leasing Basics – ExceedCE (In Progress) Covers lease structures, negotiation fundamentals, and legal aspects of commercial property transactions.
- Procore Mastery: Construction Project Management (October 2025)
- Veteran Career Transition Training – VetJobs.org
Focused on career pivot strategy, project management foundations, and certification alignment (August 2025 - Present) - Keller Williams: Principles of Real Estate (September 2025)
- Project Management Fundamentals – IBM SkillsBuild (May 2025)
- Licensed TN Real Estate Agent (since Aug 2020 – active)
Timeline
Special Education Teacher - Teach For America - Memphis
05.2024 - Current
Construction Site Assistant - DC Construction (Family-Owned Construction Business)
01.2021 - Current
Independent Project Consultant – Real Estate - Tennessee Association of Realtors
08.2020 - Current
Legalman (Paralegal) - United States Navy
06.2006 - 05.2021
University of Maryland, College Park - No Degree, Construction Management Fundamentals
Regent University - Bachelor of Science, Paralegal Studies
Liberty University - Master of Science, Human Services
Additional Roles (Summarized)
Customer Service & Reservation Specialist (Remote, 2022–2023), Real Estate Agent at Adaro Realty & Crye-Leike (2020–2022), Special Education Assistant (Memphis-Shelby County Schools, 2022–2024), Legal Assistant (Social Security Administration, 2016–2018), Medical Records Clerk (HealthSouth, 2012–2014).
Military Service
United States Navy Reserves | Rank: E6 (Legalman) | 2006 – 2021
Additional Roles (Summarized)
Customer Service & Reservation Specialist (Remote, 2022–2023), Real Estate Agent at Adaro Realty & Crye-Leike (2020–2022), Special Education Assistant (Memphis-Shelby County Schools, 2022–2024), Legal Assistant (Social Security Administration, 2016–2018), Medical Records Clerk (HealthSouth, 2012–2014).
Military Service
United States Navy Reserves | Rank: E6 (Legalman) | 2006 – 2021