Laronda Leonard
Macedonia,OH
Summary
Proven educator and communicator, adept in classroom management and fostering positive learning environments, significantly enhanced student engagement at Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Skilled in lesson planning and motivating students, seamlessly integrating parent-teacher communication to boost academic growth. Demonstrated excellence in sales through effective customer relationship building and inventory management at Van Heusen Store.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
08.1998 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Sales Associate
Van Heusen Store
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Education
Master of Education - Special Education
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.1997
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Positive Learning Environment
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
Timeline
Sales Associate
Van Heusen Store
03.2020 - 07.2021
Teacher
Cleveland Metropolitan School District
08.1998 - Current
Master of Education - Special Education
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Cleveland State University