LESA M. KINES
Educator
Dallas,Texas
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mesquite High School
01.2023 - Current
- Providing support to the instructional program within assigned school with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision and instruction of special needs students, severely special needs students; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs
- Classroom management; developed educational curriculum; utilized behavior modification techniques; evaluated educational progress; group/individual counseling with students as well as parents, mentored; maintained compliance with license of school
Recreational Assistant
01.2010 - Current
- Assists the Manager (Supervisor II, IV) in coordinating, planning, administrating, supervising and conducting recreational and cultural programs at a comprehensive community recreation center
- Primary responsibilities make camp an experience, not a destination, lead a variety of activities, including games, sports, arts, life skills, and educational activities in a variety of settings, maintain a high level of stamina and charisma when overseeing the activities and attending to the temperaments of youth, assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers, maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff, be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior, and contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Seagoville High School
01.2009 - 01.2023
- Providing support to the instructional program within assigned school with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision and instruction of special needs students, severely special needs students; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs
- Classroom management; developed educational curriculum; utilized behavior modification techniques; evaluated educational progress; group/individual counseling with students as well as parents, mentored; maintained compliance with license of school
Part-Time POS Associate
Kohl’s Corporation
Mesquite, Texas
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Responsible for greeting customers and processing customers’ purchases accurately and efficiently at the point-of-sale
- Maintains a neat, clean and organized register
- Seasonal
Special Education long-term Substitutes Teacher
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Provided and create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students, Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment, Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student, Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan, For long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher’s past lesson plan
Summer School Officer Clerk
F.D. Roosevelt High School
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Basic computer skills, knowledge of word processing, office machinery and business software
- Customer service experience data entry, sorting and answering emails, answering phones and monthly payroll
- MSOffice, GroupWise, ORACLE and Excel knowledge
School Monitor
Madison High School
Dallas, TX
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Utilized behavior modification techniques; evaluated educational progress; group/individual counseling with students as well as parents; mentored; maintained compliance with license of school
Juvenile Detention Officer I
Dallas County
, TX
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Provided direct supervision of youth in detention to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all youth in detention; provided individual/group counseling; ability to work during crisis to make sure that the safety of all youth are met; documentation of daily activities; utilized appropriate restraint techniques; conducted inspections, drills, room checks and physical searches of youth; developed educational programs/activities
- Part-Time Summer and Night
Skills
- Activity coordination
- CPR training
- Event management
- Flexibility
- Safety awareness
- CPR certified
- Activity instruction
- Emotional support
- Communication
- Team leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Customer service
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Computer proficiency
- Camp operations
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Reliability
- Field trip supervision
- Arts and crafts
- First aid certification
- Youth behavior management
- Verbal and written communication
- Organizational skills
- Time management abilities
- Youth mentoring
- Adaptability
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Analytical thinking
- Activity oversight
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Education
Master of Education in Special Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 11.2010 - 06.2014
Business of Administration - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ 06.2007 - 08.2010
Timeline
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Mesquite High School
01.2023 - Current
Part-Time POS Associate
Kohl’s Corporation
01.2014 - 01.2017
Master of Education in Special Education - Special Education
Grand Canyon University
11.2010 - 06.2014
Recreational Assistant
01.2010 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Seagoville High School
01.2009 - 01.2023
Special Education long-term Substitutes Teacher
01.2009 - 01.2016
Business of Administration - Business
University of Phoenix
06.2007 - 08.2010
School Monitor
Madison High School
01.2006 - 01.2009
Summer School Officer Clerk
F.D. Roosevelt High School
01.2004 - 01.2011
Juvenile Detention Officer I
Dallas County
01.2001 - 01.2010
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