Leyetta Cole
Adjunct Professor
Weldon,NC
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 10+ years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated Child Development Specialist experienced in working with children exhibiting signs of developmental, mental health or behavioral problems. Proactive in addressing concerns in order to better integrate students into school classrooms. Prepared to apply 17 years' experience in the field to a dynamic new position.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Halifax Community College
Weldon , NC
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative online learning environment.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
Child Development Teacher
CADA Head Start
12.2018 - Current
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters
- Assisted and supervised 15 children through entire school day
Teacher Assistant
Halifax County Schools
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher
ESL Teacher
TutorABC
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Observed 5 to 7 children at a time, identify individuals in need of help on ESL development strategies.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
Mobile Teacher/Online Teacher
Legacy Learning Center
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Managing day-to-day performed functions of Home Base Business online
- Establishing strategies for each student each tutoring session
- Taking payments, documenting financial actions,
- Filing invoices and setting monthly budgets
- Tutoring students in Reading Comprehension online/ Mobile Application.
Child Development Teacher
CADA Head Start
08.2016 - 02.2017
- Champion team of teachers while guiding staff on lesson planning and classroom organization to foster positive and healthy center operations
- Oversee ongoing activities program in collaboration with Director [outcome] to ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Lead Teacher Instructor
Halifax Community College
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Care for and teach preschoolers to move from assisted learning to independent learning
- Champion team of teachers while guiding staff on lesson planning and classroom organization to foster positive and healthy center operations
- Oversee ongoing activities program in collaboration with Director [outcome] to ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children
- Assisting members
Independent Consultant
AAA Carolina
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Helping members with roadside assistance.
Lead Teacher Instructor
Halifax Community College
03.2008 - 01.2013
- Care for and teach preschoolers to move from assisted learning to independent learning
- Champion team of teachers while guiding staff on lesson planning and classroom organization to foster positive and healthy center operations
- Oversee ongoing activities program in collaboration with Director [outcome] to ensure implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum for children
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2023
Bachelor's - Educational Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2022
Associate's - Early Childhood Education
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05.2009
High School Diploma -
Miracle Tabernacle Christian School
Weldon, NC06.1996
Skills
- Special Skills:
- Christian counseling
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Child Programs
- Curriculum Development
- Data collection
- Head Start programs
- Mentoring
- Writing Skills
- Data collection
- Administrative Experience
- NAEYC Accreditation
- Assessment
- Teacher Development
- Arts and Crafts Aptitude
Certification
- Minister Licenses (Gateway of Victory Life Changing Ministries International)
- First Aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Administration Credentials Level 2
- Early Educator Certificate Level 11
Timeline
Adjunct Professor
Halifax Community College
02.2024 - Current
Child Development Teacher
CADA Head Start
12.2018 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Halifax County Schools
01.2018 - 11.2018
ESL Teacher
TutorABC
08.2017 - 01.2018
Mobile Teacher/Online Teacher
Legacy Learning Center
01.2017 - 12.2017
Child Development Teacher
CADA Head Start
08.2016 - 02.2017
Lead Teacher Instructor
Halifax Community College
06.2014 - 06.2016
Independent Consultant
AAA Carolina
07.2013 - 04.2014
Lead Teacher Instructor
Halifax Community College
03.2008 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's - Educational Studies
Grand Canyon University
Associate's - Early Childhood Education
Halifax Community College
High School Diploma -
Miracle Tabernacle Christian School
- Minister Licenses (Gateway of Victory Life Changing Ministries International)
- First Aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Administration Credentials Level 2
- Early Educator Certificate Level 11
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