Innovative lead educator consistently rewarded for success in instructional planning and building relative content into curriculum. Experience in creating an inclusive learning environment that stimulates academic success by promoting critical thinking, innovation, nurturing curiosity, supporting diversity and serving the whole student. Support student success by fostering relationships with students and parents. Effectively use resources and teach content passionately. Organized problem-solver skilled at logically approaching educational issues and devising forward-thinking resolutions to promote student and organizational advancement.
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LeAna Davis
Southfield,MI
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Detroit Country Day SchoolBeverly Hills, MI
6th Grade English Lead Teacher & Planner
06.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics in collaboration with English Department Chairperson and Partner Teacher for 120 6th grade students.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Assessed student comprehension through regular quizzes, tests and assignments.
- Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool, such as Smartboard.
- Arranged materials and instructional plans to implement immersive activities delving into literary and grammar concepts.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
Detroit Country Day SchoolBeverly Hills, MI
6th/7th Grade English Teacher
10.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Instructed classes of up to 20 students on principles and strategies of literature analysis and grammar.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through assessments and graded assignments.
University Preparatory Academy Middle SchoolDetroit, MI
Lead Teacher - 7th & 8th Grade
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Oversaw work of 10 person team of teachers focused on educating more than 150 students.
- Motivated teaching staff to continually improve strategies and maximize student learning by assisting teachers to increase productivity.
- Observed and recorded teacher methods to suggest improvements and increase student interest.
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures.
- Coordinated field trips locally & abroad for both content and grade level classes along with developing and implementing detailed itineraries for student safety.
- Effectively partnered with Dean of Culture to support training programs to develop teacher teams into increasing overall success.
University Preparatory Academy Middle SchoolDetroit, MI
English Language Arts Teacher
08.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Implementing grade level curriculum for 70-80 students
- Using assessments to drive instructional practice
- Boosted overall student progress by 40% as measured on standardized testing within one year by focusing instruction on district power standards
- Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum
- Participating in several student activities including, After School Tutoring, Summer Enrichment, Junior National Honor Society and Summer School, dedicating over 10 hours per week outside regular school hours
- Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues
- Teamed with other faculty members and parents to outline IEPs for gifted, talented and special education students, addressing diverse teaching approaches for special learning requirements
- Identified students struggling with material and made arrangements to meet one-on-one during study hall or other time periods to provide additional instruction in one-on-one environment
- Completed additional training to launch and maintain virtual platforms for online teaching including Google Classroom, CommonLit. PearDeck, Padlet, FlipGrid and others
Regeneration ChurchDetroit, MI
Administrator
01.2009 - Current
Job overview
- Manage and supervise monthly/annual community outreach functions which include booking & organization of vendors, travel/itinerary scheduling, recruiting & training volunteers
- Supervise over 10 departments to meet needs of church membership & staff
- Provide basic accounting and bookkeeping functions; handled A/P & A/R; provided telephone support; trained volunteers and church staff
- Managed payroll, transactions, invoicing and budgeting
- Managed agendas and calendars, boosting productivity and improving organizational initiatives
- Interpreted management directives to define and document administrative staff processes
Hamtramck AcademyHamtramck, Michigan, United States
Creative Writing Teacher and Reading Interventionist
01.2017 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects for students in grades 6th through 8th
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs through one-on-one and small group pull outs for reading intervention with use of AimsWeb Progress Monitoring
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks while teaching them to adapt growth mindset
- Completed with enthusiasm additional tasks as assigned including: organizing Induction Ceremony for National Junior Honor Society, planning and securing speakers for Career Day and graduation as well as sitting on planning committee for 8th grade promotion exercises
- Coordinated with Dean to address discipline issues
LyftMetro Detroit, MI
Driver
06.2016 - 02.2017
Job overview
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
University Preparatory Academy Middle SchoolDetroit, MI
Student Teacher Intern
08.2016 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Maintained accurate and complete records for 85 students as required by law, district policies and administrative regulations
- Attended staff meetings each month and served on English Language Arts Department Committee
- Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning
- Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests
- Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals
- Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards
- Taught three periods of English Language Arts for seventh grade each day
- Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning
- Coordinated with Mentor Teacher to address discipline issues.
- Helped organize social and educational activities for students and their families including parent teacher conferences and sponsoring Learning Lab
- Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills
- Acted as positive role model for students and colleagues.
University Preparatory SchoolsDetroit, MI
Substitute Teacher
04.2016 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Managed classrooms of 20-30 middle school students during absence of teachers.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs
- Created interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning
- Coordinated with Dean of Students to address discipline issues
Specialty Pharmacy ServicesFarmington, MI
Driver
04.2013 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Worked directly with customers to assess damage and incompleteness of orders.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
University Preparatory Middle SchoolDetroit, MI
Pre-Student Teacher
01.2016 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Taught 2 periods of English Language Arts for eighth grade each day
- Created lesson plans in line with state and school curriculum standards
- Created engaging and dynamic lessons with emphasis on improving students' written and verbal communication skills
- Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback
- Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills
- Acted as positive role model for students and colleagues.
Spicus USALansing, MI
English Language Development Tutor
04.2012 - 10.2012
Job overview
- Assisted students with English language grammar usage and mechanics in 10-20 minute lesson time frame via phone tutoring
- Built trusting relationships with students and tutored them in conversational English Language skills
- Managed and conducted phone tutoring sessions for Japanese General Motors executives which entailed conversation and data input simultaneously
Education
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science from Secondary Education English Speech
2016
University Overview
- Recipient of the Kurt and Martha Schmidt Scholarship
- Recipient of the Helen Eugenia Hart Endowed Scholarship
- Attended various educational seminars on student learning and engagement
- Coursework includes Speech and Communication
- Wayne State Student Ambassador for the College of Education
- Member of the Morris Hood Minorities in Education Organization
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional best practices
- Restorative Practices/Problem Solving
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Middle School Education
- Training and Development
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- In-depth knowledge of Michigan state standards
- Project Management Planning & Development
- Staff Management
- Strong written and verbal communicator
- Team Leadership
- Differentiated Instruction
- Classroom management
- National Council of Teachers of English Member
- Planning leadership
Timeline
6th Grade English Lead Teacher & Planner
Detroit Country Day School
06.2021 - Current
6th/7th Grade English Teacher
Detroit Country Day School
10.2020 - Current
Lead Teacher - 7th & 8th Grade
University Preparatory Academy Middle School
01.2019 - Current
English Language Arts Teacher
University Preparatory Academy Middle School
08.2017 - Current
Creative Writing Teacher and Reading Interventionist
Hamtramck Academy
01.2017 - 06.2017
Student Teacher Intern
University Preparatory Academy Middle School
08.2016 - 11.2016
Driver
Lyft
06.2016 - 02.2017
Substitute Teacher
University Preparatory Schools
04.2016 - 11.2016
Pre-Student Teacher
University Preparatory Middle School
01.2016 - 04.2016
Driver
Specialty Pharmacy Services
04.2013 - 05.2016
English Language Development Tutor
Spicus USA
04.2012 - 10.2012
Administrator
Regeneration Church
01.2009 - Current
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science from Secondary Education English Speech