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Overview
Work History
Education
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Lekia Edwards

Charlotte,North Carolina

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

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2022 - Current
  • · Fostered strong relationshipswith stakeholders and effectively communicatedwith diverse groups to enhance the educational experiencefor learners.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team members to design and refine educational content, significantly elevating the instructional quality and learner engagement for Charlotte Mecklenburg School System.
  • Cultivated robust relationships with key stakeholders through consistent and effective communication, contributing to a collaborative environment and driving collective success.
  • Leveraged advanced management strategies to cultivate an engaging, inclusive atmosphere, enhancing group collaboration and individual participation across diverse demographics.
  • Spearheaded personalized development programs by meticulously tracking individual performance metrics and tailoring instructional strategies to enhance each team member’s skill set, resulting in optimized productivity and goal attainment.

TEACHER COACH FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

Hangzhou Victoria Kindergarten
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Implemented professional development initiatives, mentoring educators to enhance instructional strategies and foster continuous improvement, resulting in a measurable uptick in teaching quality and student performance.
  • Delegated the development and implementation of targeted instructional strategies, tailored to meet diverse individual needs based on analytical insights.
  • Provided mentorship to novice educators, guiding them through initial career challenges and enhancing their professional development. This strategic support played a pivotal role in elevating the institution’s teacher retention rates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align promotional activities with broader corporate objectives, ensuring a cohesive brand experience.
  • Conducted comprehensive shelf reading to ensure precise organization and placement of materials, enhancing the accessibility and efficiency of the corporate library system.
  • Executed diverse multimedia tools and innovative technologies to enhance corporate communication, ensuring engaging and impactful information delivery.

TEACHER

Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2012 - 09.2019
  • Evaluated and refined content to ensure full compliance with national standards, contributing to the organization’s reputation for excellence in educational practices.
  • Administered my expertise in curriculum development and program design to create innovative lesson plans that align with state curriculum standards, thereby meeting and exceeding educational objectives within a corporate environment.
  • Expertise in creating and implementing guidelines that promote a respectful and productive atmosphere.
  • Administered comprehensive assessments to evaluate individual proficiency levels, effectively identifying and categorizing capabilities for tailored instructional support.

Education

Master of Arts - Concentration in Special Education

Concordia University, Portland, OR
12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Johnson C Smith University, Charlotte, NC
05.2012

Skills

  • Management skills
  • Develop comprehensive plans
  • Dealing with Ambiguity
  • Data Management
  • Program Development
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Educator - Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2022 - Current
TEACHER COACH FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS - Hangzhou Victoria Kindergarten
08.2020 - 07.2022
TEACHER - Charlotte Mecklenburg School System
08.2012 - 09.2019
Concordia University - Master of Arts, Concentration in Special Education
Johnson C Smith University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
Lekia Edwards