LaTisha Spires
Fredericksburg,Va
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience(33+) 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.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher/PM Supervisor
Cradles Of Joy
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
Merchandiser
ABC
Fredericksburg, VA
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
Logistics Specialist
Fed Ex Ground
Manassas, VA
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations, ensuring safe transportation of goods while avoiding costly fines or penalties due to non-compliance issues.
- Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
Manassas, VA
01.2016 - 02.2016
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
- Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
Assistant Teacher / Afther Care Teacher/ P.E. TEACHER
Blake Farm Day School
Frederickburgy, Va
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 taught physical health and mental health and set up for a dentist to come out and talk about oral hygiene
- Also set up for a nutritionist to come out and talk about healthy eating habits.
Assistant
Fire House Embroidery
Stafford, Va
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
Fredericksburg, Va
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
Stafford, Va
10.2007 - 01.2008
- Stocked items that need to be back on the floor and unloaded the delivery trucks.
Teacher
Safe and Sound
Stafford, Va
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 Curriculum
- Combined 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
Detroit, MI
12.2004 - 09.2006
- Assisted in the kitchen preparing lunch and snack
- Was also 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 age and level-appropriate material
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
Education
Early Childhood -
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MIComputers -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MIGeneral Studies -
Crossman High School
Detroit, MIAssociate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VA05.2024
Skills
- Individualized Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Lesson Plan Implementation
- Classroom Restocking
- Skills Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Safe Learning Environment
- Childcare needs
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Management
- Child Development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Additional Information
CPR Trained
MAT Trained
Timeline
Lead Teacher/PM Supervisor
Cradles Of Joy
08.2023 - Current
Merchandiser
ABC
04.2020 - 12.2021
Logistics Specialist
Fed Ex Ground
02.2016 - 12.2018
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
01.2016 - 02.2016
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
Early Childhood -
Wayne County Community College District
Computers -
Wayne State University
General Studies -
Crossman High School
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Germanna Community College