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Shakeria Milligan

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

With a proven track record at L.E.G.A.C.Y. US, I excel in designing transformative mentorship programs and fostering educational environments that promote student growth. My expertise in curriculum development and ability to nurture positive mentor-mentee relationships highlight my hard and soft skills, significantly enhancing academic and social-emotional development.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

L.E.G.A.C.Y. US
03.2023 - Current
  • Design and establish a comprehensive mentorship program tailored to the needs of middle and high school girls, emphasizing self-esteem, leadership, career readiness, academic achievement, and social-emotional development.


  • Create structured activities, workshops, and events that promote personal growth, positive peer interactions, and leadership skills.
  • Build and manage a team of volunteer mentors, providing guidance, training, and ongoing support to ensure effective and supportive mentor-mentee relationships.
  • Establish one-on-one mentorship relationships with participants, guiding them through academic challenges, personal development, and goal-setting.
  • Facilitate group mentoring sessions and workshops on topics such as self-confidence, career exploration, conflict resolution, and healthy relationships.
  • Manage the day-to-day logistics of the mentorship program, including scheduling meetings, coordinating events, and maintaining records of student participation and progress.
  • Fundraise and seek grants or sponsorships to secure financial support for the program’s growth and sustainability.

Teacher

Duval County Public School District
07.2022 - Current
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06-2022

Skills

  • Ability to design engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities
  • Expertise in creating positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom environments that encourage student participation and behavioral growth
  • Proficient in using formative and summative assessments to track student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
  • Experience in designing, implementing, and leading a youth mentoring program from the ground up, including setting goals, defining structure, and creating meaningful activities
  • Skilled in building strong, supportive relationships with mentees, offering guidance on academic, social, and emotional challenges
  • Ability to recruit, train, and manage a team of volunteers or staff mentors, providing them with the tools and support needed to mentor effectively
  • Expertise in creating and maintaining partnerships with local organizations, schools, and parents to strengthen program impact and expand resources

Certification

  • Elementary Education Certification (PreK-3)
  • CDA
  • ESOL Endorsement

Organizations

L.E.G.A.C.Y. US

National Council of Negro Women 

Blue Zone Approved Schools

American Cancer Society 

Timeline

Owner

L.E.G.A.C.Y. US
03.2023 - Current

Teacher

Duval County Public School District
07.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Education Administration

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Phoenix

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