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LAYLA DUKES

Killeen,Texas

Summary

Proactive and caring worker with four years of experience, combining strong communication skills and keen observational abilities. Skillfully manages day-to-day activities while actively seeking opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Developed essential skills in effective communication, patience, and adaptability through classroom experiences. Seeking to transition into a new field, leveraging a solid foundation in creating engaging and supportive environments. Dedicated to fostering growth and collaboration in any new role. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Prek Teacher

Haynes Elementary - KISD
08.2024 - Current
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Haynes Elementary - KISD
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, communicating regularly about student progress and classroom happenings.
  • Enhanced students'' mathematical abilities through hands-on activities and real-world examples.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners, fostering a growth mindset and boosting confidence in their abilities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and improve teaching effectiveness.

BMU Aide II

Killeen Independent School District
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • While working in the BMU program, I assist the teacher in academics, worked individually with the students, and documented their IEP goals
  • While working here, I was also assisting in managing the student's behaviors and triggers

CASTLE 1 Aide II

Killeen Independent School District
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • While working in the CASTLE program, I assisted the teacher in any academic teaching, taking the students to specials, picking them up from the bus, and dropping them off
  • I was in charge of managing the student's behavior and assisting in any emotional breakdown

Bank Teller

Fort Hood National Bank
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • While working as a bank teller, I was in charge of the cash vault, opening customers' accounts, monitoring customers' accounts, calling about changes, and creating money orders and Western Union orders
  • While working here, I was also responsible for withdrawing and depositing sums of money

Education

Master of Science - Counseling

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Education

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
07-2023

Skills

  • Assessment strategies
  • Progress reporting
  • Mathematical concepts
  • Social skills development
  • Student records management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Classroom organization
  • Parent communication
  • Supply management
  • Effective listening

Timeline

Prek Teacher

Haynes Elementary - KISD
08.2024 - Current

Teacher - 2nd Grade

Haynes Elementary - KISD
08.2023 - 05.2024

BMU Aide II

Killeen Independent School District
08.2022 - 07.2023

CASTLE 1 Aide II

Killeen Independent School District
11.2021 - 05.2022

Bank Teller

Fort Hood National Bank
06.2021 - 11.2021

Master of Science - Counseling

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Liberty University
LAYLA DUKES