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Latisha Spires

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Accomplished teaching professional with solid leadership approach and passion for student learning. Implements successful and diverse lessons to enhance instruction and engage student interest. Organized problem-solver skilled at approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student advancement. Also 33 plus years of experience.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher/PM Supervisor

Cradles Of Joy
08.2023 - Current
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.

Merchandiser

ABC Liquor Store
04.2020 - 12.2021
  • Enhanced overall store appearance by applying careful consideration to product and display locations.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Scheduled regular maintenance and repair of displays for longevity.
  • Streamlined merchandise presentation through consistent application of planograms and adherence to company guidelines.
  • Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
  • Presented store update suggestions and layouts to management and stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
  • Monitored store traffic and customer engagement to determine display effectiveness.

Assistant Teacher / Afther Care Teacher/ P.E. TEACHER

Blake Farm Day School
09.2009 - 05.2011
  • Earned positive verbal/written feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material.Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.Developed program to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans and instructional techniques from students, parents and faculty
  • Also tought physical heath and mental heath and sit up for a dentist to come out and talking about oral hygiene also set up for a
  • Nutritions to come out and talking about healthy eating habits .

Assistant

Fire House Embroidery
06.2008 - 11.2008
  • Responsible for running embroidery machine
  • Responsible for taking new orders and packing completed orders
  • Responsible for answering phone calls and requests
  • Responsible for ensuring that the product is trimmed and ready for shipment.

Cleaning Specialist

Care Free
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Ensure everything in the home is in its correct location
  • Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of contracted home Sites.

Seasonal Stock Associate

Kohls
10.2007 - 01.2008
  • Stocked items that need to be back on the floor and unloaded the delivery trucks.

Teacher

Safe and Sound
08.2007 - 10.2007
  • Taught the fundamentals of reading and writing and math through creative techniques utilizing games and songs to children ages of 4
  • I also used the ABecka
  • CurriculmCombined discipline plan with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress student accountability.Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.

Teacher

Adam Nest
12.2004 - 09.2006
  • I assisted in the kitchen preparing lunch and snack
  • I was also was the preschool teacher and the 4s teacher created a fun, loving environment for children.Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.Designed lesson plans focused on
  • Education
  • Credentials age and level-appropriate material.Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.IDeveloped and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.

Loving Care
08.2001 - 10.2005
  • Loving Care
  • I worked in most of all the rooms , such a the nursery, 2yr 3yr old Latch Key Room I also worked int he kitchen and assisted were was need I did various activities and learning Exercises with the children and assured the overall well-being and the safety of the children.Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions.

Site Packager

01.2001 - 08.2001
  • Sorted and prepared video tapes for shipment
  • Maintained the quality of products for delivery
  • Followed trough with all assigned responsibilities
  • Acted as a team player at all times and assisted others when needed.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, United States
05.2024

Associates - Early Childhood

Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, Wayne, MI
2002

Certificate of Completion ICP A Training Program -

Wayne State University
Detroit, Wayne, Mi
2002

H.S. Diploma - General Studies

Crossman High School
Detroit, Wayne, MI
1999

Skills

  • Knowledgeable of most office equipment and skills in most software application
  • Operated multi- line telephone system with intercom, windows 2000, Xp and
  • Microsoft Office Power Point, Windows Vista Effectively handle multiple tasks
  • Simultaneously and provide proper customer- Service etiquette
  • Public Speaking
  • Child Development
  • Community involvement

Certification

CPR Certified First Aid Child Abuse Certificate

Interests

Volunteer, Fredericksburg Head Started also at Hugh Mercer School Team Mom For A Wolverines Football league 2010

Timeline

Lead Teacher/PM Supervisor

Cradles Of Joy
08.2023 - Current

Merchandiser

ABC Liquor Store
04.2020 - 12.2021

Assistant Teacher / Afther Care Teacher/ P.E. TEACHER

Blake Farm Day School
09.2009 - 05.2011

Assistant

Fire House Embroidery
06.2008 - 11.2008

Cleaning Specialist

Care Free
01.2008 - 06.2008

Seasonal Stock Associate

Kohls
10.2007 - 01.2008

Teacher

Safe and Sound
08.2007 - 10.2007

Teacher

Adam Nest
12.2004 - 09.2006

Loving Care
08.2001 - 10.2005

Site Packager

01.2001 - 08.2001

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Germanna Community College

Associates - Early Childhood

Wayne County Community College District

Certificate of Completion ICP A Training Program -

Wayne State University

H.S. Diploma - General Studies

Crossman High School

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