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Honors
Educational Training
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LaTasha Thompson

524 Julia ST, West Memphis,AR

Summary

Educational professional of 25 years with a strong background in Literacy, grades 1-6. I am skilled in differentiated instruction, engaging lesson plans, fostering positive learning environment, and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that promotes academic success and engages families in the educational process.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-6

West Memphis School District
08.2002 - Current
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong communication between students, parents, and staff members.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
  • Grade Level Chair
  • Grade Level Recorder
  • Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) Committee
  • Guiding Coalition
  • Led extracurricular activities such as after-school tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.


Tutor/Family Dynamics

21st Century
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects hands-on activities, and group sessions.

Tutor

Arkansas Tutoring Corp-Henderson State University
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Participated in trainings such as:

Really Great Reading Literacy Training

Zearn Math Training

  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies through small group and one-on-one instruction in Literacy and Math.

Elementary Teacher, Grade 2

Earle School District
06.2000 - 05.2002
  • Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques.
  • Contributed to the improvement of school-wide curriculum by participating in professional development workshops and sharing insights with colleagues.
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
  • Led extracurricular activities such as after-school (RISE/MOVE)tutoring programs, enhancing student success beyond the classroom setting.
  • Girl Scout Troop Assistant

Education

Master of Science - Reading

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
08-2008

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05-2000

High School Diploma -

Wynne High School
Wynne, Arkansas
05-1995

Skills

  • To obtain the position of Intensive Reading Interventionist at Jackson-Wonder Elementary

Honors

Teacher of The Year (2017-2018)

L.R. Jackson Elementary

West Memphis, AR


Teacher of The Year (2024-2025)

Jackson-Wonder Elementary

West Memphis, AR

Educational Training

  • Comprehensive Literacy
  • The Science of Learning (R.I.S.E.)
  • Barton
  • Step Up to Writing
  • McRat Writing
  • Professional Learning Community (PLC)


Activities

  • Mentor Advisor

    Rays of Distinction

    2023-2025


  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.


Timeline

Tutor/Family Dynamics

21st Century
08.2024 - 05.2025

Tutor

Arkansas Tutoring Corp-Henderson State University
06.2022 - 04.2024

Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-6

West Memphis School District
08.2002 - Current

Elementary Teacher, Grade 2

Earle School District
06.2000 - 05.2002

Master of Science - Reading

Arkansas State University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education

Arkansas State University

High School Diploma -

Wynne High School