Letitia Malone
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Adept at fostering student engagement and classroom management, I leveraged positive student relationships to maximize student success and keep them in the classroom. I used my desire to improve my efficiency as an instructor to build relationships with peers in the district as well network with those outside the district. I am a team player who only has one goal, student success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESI
Yuma, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
YHS Boys Golf Coach
YUHSD #70
Yuma, AZ
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Coached team members on ways to improve swing.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective practice schedules and training routines.
- Maintained open lines of communication with local media outlets, generating positive coverage for the team and its successes.
- Assisted in student-athlete recruitment by evaluating potential candidates and providing recommendations based on skill level and fit within the team dynamic.
- Planned annual golf team banquet, celebrating the achievements of the players and recognizing their hard work throughout the season.
- Coordinated team travel arrangements for both local and out-of-state tournaments, ensuring timely arrival at each event.
- Conducted program in accordance with philosophy of athletics department.
- Collaborated with parents and school administrators to maintain a supportive athletic environment for the students.
PE/Health/Driver Ed/Behind the Wheel/Math Teacher
YUHSD #70
Yuma, AZ
08.2000 - 06.2022
- Followed district and school specific polices
- Maintained attendance and grade book records
- Developed positive relationships with staff
- Developed positive working relationships with students to help them be successful in my classes
- Stayed up to date on new innovations in my field
- Continually sought out training sessions/workshops that would help me be a better teacher
- Willing to try new ideas when I felt it would help my students
- Took on additional roles as needed to help my school community
- Believe that all students can be successful and structured my teaching and remediation around that concept
PE/Health Teacher K-12
Chinle Unified School District
Chinle, AZ
10.1996 - 06.2000
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills among students by encouraging problem-solving exercises and debate-style discussions on relevant health issues.
- Updated course materials regularly to ensure alignment with current state standards and industry trends in health education.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, OR12.1992
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multi-Subject Instruction
- Curriculum knowledge
- Special Needs Support
- Instructional Strategies
- Mathematics proficiency
- Classroom Management
- Relationship building and management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
ESI
08.2022 - Current
YHS Boys Golf Coach
YUHSD #70
08.2021 - 10.2022
PE/Health/Driver Ed/Behind the Wheel/Math Teacher
YUHSD #70
08.2000 - 06.2022
PE/Health Teacher K-12
Chinle Unified School District
10.1996 - 06.2000
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
American InterContinental University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Southern Oregon University