Nakeesha Wells
Marietta,GA
Summary
Driven professional with 20+ years of experience leading Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education, Work-Based Learning, and College & Career Readiness initiatives. Proven success in managing Perkins and local funds, launching multi-pathway programs, building industry partnerships, and improving student outcomes across diverse populations. Experienced in compliance and innovative program implementation. Holds Tier I Educational Leadership Certification.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CTAE Program Oversight & WBL Coordinator
Marietta High School
01.2020 - Current
- Provide district-aligned leadership for CTAE career pathway programs.
- Oversee curriculum implementation across multiple pathways.
- Manage Perkins, local, and state-funded grants in compliance with regulations.
- Coordinate and lead professional development for instructors.
- Coordinate large-scale career readiness events serving 1,500+ students.
- Monitor credential attainment, pathway completion, and placement outcomes.
- Coordinate district EOPA testing and reporting.
Marketing Education Instructor & WBL Coordinator
Campbell High School
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Increased pathway enrollment by 75% through feeder school collaboration.
- Improved EOPA pass rate by 50% within two years.
- Integrated school-based enterprise generating $30K+ annually.
- Supported and mentored 16 department staff members.
- Implemented data-driven, project-based instruction.
Education
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems & Business Education
Tennessee State University
Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Presentation Skills
Data-driven Decision Making
Budget Management
Staff Development
Team Building
Affiliations
- Leadership Team Member
- Local WBL Advisory Board Chair
- CTAE Department Chair & Co-Chair
- EOPA Testing Coordinator
- DECA & FBLA Advisor
- ACTE & GACTE Member
- DECA National Conference Presenter
- District AI Committee Member
- Kiwanis Marietta GEM Recipient
Certification
- Tier I Educational Leadership Certificate
- Business Education (7–12), Marketing Education (7–12), Work-Based Learning
Timeline
CTAE Program Oversight & WBL Coordinator
Marietta High School
01.2020 - Current
Marketing Education Instructor & WBL Coordinator
Campbell High School
01.2015 - 01.2020
Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems & Business Education
Tennessee State University
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) - Teacher Leadership
Thomas University