Simone Jackson-Rodgers
Dallas,TX
Summary
Engaging instructor and coordinator with a proven record in performance improvement and safety training. Recognized as National Safety Council Professional Truck Driving Instructor of the Year. Coached clients on business strategies, driving profitability and operational efficiency across departments.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Orientation Coordinator
Landstar Transportation Logistics
Ft. Worth, TX
07.2012 - Current
- -Received National Safety Council Professional Truck Driving Instructor of the Year Award, Indianapolis, IN
- -Designed and implemented the use of materials for client calculations of their weekly business revenue.
- -Coached thousands of clients on business strategies to enhance profitability.
- Made independent decisions to support and improve team objectives.
- -Instruct clients on federally regulated safety requirements, and hazardous materials handling procedures.
- -Engaged with diverse cultural groups to promote collaboration and understanding in communities.
- -Handled sensitive client data with strict adherence to confidentiality protocols. and maintain confidentiality.
- -Successfully managed numerous tasks concurrently to meet tight timelines. successfully to meet established timeframes and deadlines.
- -Developed and led strategic activities to foster cohesiveness across departments and networks.
- -Conduct webinars for clients on using business planning, and finance tools
Certified Substitute Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas, Texas
03.2009 - 09.2011
- -Instruct students in the absence of the classroom teacher.
- -Engaged students through hands-on activities and tailored instruction.
- -Managed classroom environment using positive reinforcement strategies to foster student engagement.
- -Created conducive classroom environment that supported diverse learning needs and enhanced student engagement.
- -Work cooperatively with campus administration and staff.
- -Recorded student progress for teacher review by students for the classroom teacher.
- -Maintain established routines/schedules and procedures of the school and classroom.
Certified Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas, Texas
06.1995 - 10.2008
- -Plan, prepare and deliver instructional lessons to students.
- -Assess, record and report on student development and progress.
- -Chart and analyze student progress using technology systems.
- -Prepared and presented data and testing information in formal presentations to inform stakeholders and guide instructional decisions.
- -Communicated with parents regarding student progress and concerns, consulted, and cooperated with school staff, and parents/guardians.
- -Design and manage communications using tools that facilitate information updates.
- Evaluated teaching and learning strategies to ensure compliance with state mandates.
- -Integrate appropriate instructional materials with technology.
- Led the grade-level teaching team as chairperson.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional Development
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, Texas12-2015
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Austin, Texas05-2011
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Texas05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Woman's University
Denton, Texas05-1995
Skills
- Business strategy
- Client coaching
- Revenue calculations
- Safety compliance training
- Webinar facilitation
- Instructional design
- Training facilitation
- Training planning
- Event management
- Community outreach
- Data analysis
- Data confidentiality
- Process improvement
- Conflict management
- Stakeholder communication
- Microsoft Office
- Web skills
- Email & Text
- Communication
- Public Speaking
- Relationship building
- Collaboration
- Team player
- Client assistance
- Client engagement
- Client-focused strategies
- Client performance assessments
- Records management
- Diverse client base
- Cross-cultural awareness
- Conflict mediation
- Self-motivation
- Time management
- Schedule management
- Task juggling capacity
- Attentive
- Efficient
- Logical thinker
- People manager
- Analytical skills
- Professional development
- Interpersonal communication
- Written communication
- Coaching
- Group cooperation
- Client engagement
- Conflict mediation
- Training facilitation
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Lifetime Texas Teacher Certification, August 1996
- Texas State Court-Appointed Mediator, December 2014
- Adult & AED CPR Certification, Spring 2025- Spring 2026
Community Involvement
Community Service & Outreach Coordinator, -Devise volunteer and outreach programs for nonprofit organizations., -Determine and implement volunteer recruitment campaigns., -Assist in the programming and facilitation of Community Service orientation, -Facilitate awareness of social needs and trends within the community., -Demonstrate a strong understanding of community development principles and practices., -Consult and collaborate with community leaders and citizens for community development and social justice.
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- 2016 National Safety Council Professional Truck Driver Defensive of the Year, 2016
Timeline
Orientation Coordinator
Landstar Transportation Logistics
07.2012 - Current
Certified Substitute Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
03.2009 - 09.2011
Certified Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
06.1995 - 10.2008
Master of Arts - Professional Development
Dallas Baptist University
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Concordia University
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Texas Woman's University