- Enjoy participating in various activities for overall physical and mental well-being
- Cooking
- Reading
- Church activities
Lesa Clayton
Desoto
Summary
Dynamic leader and educator with extensive experience in mentoring at-risk youth and advocating for individuals with IDD. Skilled in fostering teamwork, communication, and support among staff to enhance service delivery and client well-being.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Insurance Agent
Independent Agent
03.2018 - Current
- Developed customized life insurance solutions to meet diverse client needs through in person interviews and telesales.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships through consistent follow-up and support.
- Completed annual continuing education courses to be compliant with Texas Department of Insurance, in order to maintain an active license.
Case Manager
Comfort Care Residential Homes
06.2012 - Current
- Developed and implemented training for staff
- Fostered a culture of support, guidance, and leadership for staff members.
- Coordinated care plans with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident well-being.
- Developed individual service plans tailored to resident needs.
- Monitored and assessed client progress, for optimal outcomes.
- Communicated with Service Coordinators regarding client progress or needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with HHSC regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Assisted clients in setting achievable goals.
- Participated in regular professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a safe environment for vulnerable populations by reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, contributing to improved self-sufficiency of clients.
Teacher
Dallas Inde
08.1986 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring and modified lesson plans
- Fostered a positive learning environment, promoting respect and cultural awareness among students.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional best practices and classroom management.
Athletic Director
Dallas Indep
08.2000 - 05.2007
- Cultivated a culture of sportsmanship coupled with hard work, integrity, respect, responsibility, and unity with athletes and coaching staff.
- Oversaw budgeting processes for athletics, ensuring efficient allocation of resources across all sports.
- Arranged transportation for athletes to participate in away games, tournaments and other events.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements and compliance with the UIL state regulations at all times.
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.1986 - 05.2007
- Cultivated positive relationships with athletes, promoting a supportive and motivating environment.
- Developed and conducted rigorous workouts to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Led strategic game planning, analyzing opponent tactics to optimize team performance.
- Mentored coaching staff with emphasis on discipline, respect, integrity and effective communication.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School
Edgewood, TX05-1981
High School Diploma -
Bachelor of Arts - English / Kinesiology
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX05-1986
Associate of Arts - Education
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX05-1983
Skills
- Mentoring At-Risk youth
- Advocating for individuals with IDD
- Insurance policy sales
- Building relationships
- Classroom management
- Social-emotional learning training
Affiliations
School Board Member of From Ordinary to Extraordinary
(FOTE)
American Federation of Teachers (AFT)
Interests
Timeline
Life Insurance Agent
Independent Agent
03.2018 - Current
Case Manager
Comfort Care Residential Homes
06.2012 - Current
Athletic Director
Dallas Indep
08.2000 - 05.2007
Teacher
Dallas Inde
08.1986 - Current
Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Dallas Independent School District, DISD
08.1986 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Edgewood High School
High School Diploma -
Bachelor of Arts - English / Kinesiology
Southern Methodist University
Associate of Arts - Education
Tyler Junior College