Pheadre G. Smith
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Enthusiastic professional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the workplace.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Coordinator
Caddo Parish Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers and administrators to develop instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Streamlined teaching processes by analyzing student performance data and recommending appropriate instructional strategies.
- Implemented data-driven approaches to instructional coordination, leading to more targeted interventions for struggling students.
- Supported teachers through regular check-ins and classroom observations, offering constructive feedback for professional growth.
New Teacher Coach
Caddo Parish Public Schools
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Coached teachers on how to maintain inclusive learning environments to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environments.
- Assisted teachers with developing lessons using Tier 1 curriculum
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing clear expectations, routines, and consequences for students.
Classroom Teacher
Caddo Parish Public Schools
08.2006 - 08.2018
- Fostered team collaboration between students
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Scheduled appointments with parents to discuss student progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA07.2020
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA12.2017
Alternative Certification Program 1-5
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA05.2002
Skills
- Teacher Support
- Classroom management
- Written Communication
- Relationship-Building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Multitasking abilities
- Verbal and written communication
- Detail-oriented
Accomplishments
- Red Apple Award 2010
- Teacher of the Year Midway Elementary 2018
- District Finalist Teacher of the Year Elementary Division 2018
Affiliations
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
Caddo Association of Educators
Mt. Olive Baptist Church Greenwood, LA
Certification
Louisiana Teaching Certificate Elementary 1-5
Reading Specialist
State Mentor Teacher
Timeline
Instructional Coordinator
Caddo Parish Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
New Teacher Coach
Caddo Parish Public Schools
08.2018 - 07.2022
Classroom Teacher
Caddo Parish Public Schools
08.2006 - 08.2018
Masters of Education - Educational Leadership
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Alternative Certification Program 1-5
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Louisiana Teaching Certificate Elementary 1-5
Reading Specialist
State Mentor Teacher
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