Lasenia Martin
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Pearl River Valley Opportunity
09.2015 - Current
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Teacher's Assistant
CDI
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
Teacher's Assistant
PACE Head Start
01.2010 - 05.2014
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hattiesburg High School
Hattiesburg, MS05.2005
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Small Group Instruction
- Classroom Instruction
- Behavior Management
- Child Development Associate in Infants and Toddlers
- Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
Teacher
Pearl River Valley Opportunity
09.2015 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
CDI
08.2014 - 05.2015
Teacher's Assistant
PACE Head Start
01.2010 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Hattiesburg High School
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