Lededria Baker
Educator
Theodore,AL
Summary
. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher ( W.H. Leinkauf and Florence Howard)
Mobile County Public School System
08.2009 - Current
- Who excels in cultivating and maintaining positive and productive relationships with all educational constituencies including parents, students, administrators, and the community
- Strong instructional leader with significant education experience and solid foundation in best practices for all content areas
- Skilled educator who continues to expand knowledge of current best practices through professional development and builds a network of diverse colleagues.
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
- Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
District Curriculum Writer
Mobile County Public School System
, AL
- Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Monitored curriculum and school practices for adherence to state educational laws.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
School Wide DIBELS Cooridnator
W.H. Leinkauf Elementary
, AL
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Manage testing environment to mitigate outside variables and increase accuracy.
- Drafted reports to detail findings from testing phases.
- Trained and developed new testing team members and provided continuous mentoring.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
- Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
Summer Bridges Coordinator
W.H. Leinkauf
, AL
04.2015 - 07.2015
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
Math Interventionist
W.H. Leinkauf
, AL
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.
- Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
- Helped modify general education curriculum to accommodate students with mild to moderate learning disabilities.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
Education
Specialist of Education - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
08.2014 - 05.2016
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
08.2012 - 05.2014
MASTER OF READING AND INSTRUCTION CURRICULM - Reading Teacher Education
Grand Canyon University
12.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Alabama
08.2003 - 12.2008
Skills
Relationship building and management
Group and individual instruction
Creative problem solving
Verbal and written communication
Adaptable
Instructional technology
Differentiated instruction
Organization and Time Management
Excel, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Software Proficiency
Self-Motivated
Training and Development
Accomplishments
- Teacher License
- Earned "Teacher of the Month" for dedication to students.
- ISTE member
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Additional Information
- CONTACT ME
Timeline
School Wide DIBELS Cooridnator
W.H. Leinkauf Elementary
08.2015 - 05.2016
Summer Bridges Coordinator
W.H. Leinkauf
04.2015 - 07.2015
Specialist of Education - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
08.2014 - 05.2016
Math Interventionist
W.H. Leinkauf
08.2014 - 08.2015
Master of Elementary Education - Elementary Education
University of West Alabama
08.2012 - 05.2014
MASTER OF READING AND INSTRUCTION CURRICULM - Reading Teacher Education
Grand Canyon University
12.2009 - 05.2011
Teacher ( W.H. Leinkauf and Florence Howard)
Mobile County Public School System
08.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Alabama
08.2003 - 12.2008
District Curriculum Writer
Mobile County Public School System