LaQuita Washington
Detroit,MI
Summary
Innovative K-8 teacher bringing 22-years background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Detroit , MI
2022.08 - Current
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Organizing and leading MTSS meetings
- Organizing and leading PLC meetings
8th Grade Self-Contained Online Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2020.08 - 2022.06
- For two years I taught 8th grade all subjects online during the pandemic.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
8th Grade Math Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2019.08 - 2020.06
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into Mathematic concepts.
- Used MiStar to upload all student grades and absence data into district computer systems.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Adjusted teaching strategies to meet diverse requirements of individualized support plans.
- Implemented Edmodo, Plickers, and Khan Academy technologies into classroom, boosting student understanding of subject matter 75%.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of novice and special needs students requiring extra support.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Taught online scholars for three years during the Pandemic.
6th Grade Student Success Seminar Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2018.08 - 2019.06
- As Student Success Seminar Teacher working in collaboration with 6th grade ELA and Math teachers to assist low performing students.
- Students would receive reteach lessons and assessments demonstrating mastery or non-mastery of concepts taught.
- Afterwards this data would be analyzed and used to improve students overall achievement on local and state assessments.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
2017.08 - 2018.06
- Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Planned, prepared and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Fostered student academic success by clearly outlining course objectives and expectations, monitoring progress and offering additional assistance.
- Taught Biology subject matter to 128 students on information compiled from multiple sources, including textbooks, online sites and other educational materials.
5th Grade Math Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
2016.08 - 2017.06
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Instructed classes of up to 30 students on principles and strategies of Mathematics.
8th Grade Math Teacher/Math Interventionist
Dove Academy
2014.02 - 2016.06
- Used tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of novice and special needs students requiring extra support.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children from 3rd to 8th grades.
Library Technology Specialist (LTS)
National Heritage Academies Inc.
2012.08 - 2014.01
- Incorporated library items that met existing requirements while also driving curiosity, engaging students and supporting lifelong learning.
- Updated library collection to include multicultural titles to fit student population.
- Instructed students and staff in information and technology literacy skills, including research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
- Repaired or replaced damaged items to maintain continuity of service.
- Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
- Taught 6 technology classes per day.
Elementary Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies Inc.
2010.04 - 2012.06
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Instructed according to Common Core Standards as part of federal funding mandates for education.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Taught all core subjects including math, science, technology and history.
- Integrated technology into 50% of daily lesson plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Mathematics
Marygrove College
Detroit, MI04.2008
Associate of Science - General Science
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI04.2003
Skills
- Team management
- Middle School Online-Teaching Specialist
- Team building
- Organization
- MS Office
- Afterschool Programs
- Adolescent Development
- Teacher collaboration
- Strong Algebra and general math skills
- Summer Education Programs
- Instructional Strategies
- Behavior Modeling
Certification
Michigan Professional Teaching Certification Endorsements
- EX endorsement K-8 Mathematics
- ZG endorsement (K-5 All-Subjects); (K-8 self-contained)
Accomplishments
- Interim 8th grade lead teacher
- After-school tutoring coordinator for grades 3-8
- Summer school program coordinator for grades 3-8
- 6th Grade Model Teacher
- Recipient of Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences "Best in Class"
Timeline
6th Grade Mathematics Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2022.08 - Current
8th Grade Self-Contained Online Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2020.08 - 2022.06
8th Grade Math Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2019.08 - 2020.06
6th Grade Student Success Seminar Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts And Sciences
2018.08 - 2019.06
8th Grade Science Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
2017.08 - 2018.06
5th Grade Math Teacher
Detroit Academy Of Arts & Sciences
2016.08 - 2017.06
8th Grade Math Teacher/Math Interventionist
Dove Academy
2014.02 - 2016.06
Library Technology Specialist (LTS)
National Heritage Academies Inc.
2012.08 - 2014.01
Elementary Education Teacher
National Heritage Academies Inc.
2010.04 - 2012.06
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Mathematics
Marygrove College
Associate of Science - General Science
Wayne County Community College District
Michigan Professional Teaching Certification Endorsements
- EX endorsement K-8 Mathematics
- ZG endorsement (K-5 All-Subjects); (K-8 self-contained)
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