Soundra Ward
Blackstone,VA
Summary
An articulate, energetic educator with expertise in secondary education with a formal background in Business Administration and Information Technology. A substantial leader with excellent organizational skills; develops and plans creative and innovative educational content. Highly capable of developing lessons with pursuance to improve curriculum, based on the unique learning needs of students in connection with benchmarks, objectives, and project-based learning techniques using progressive technological tools and online interactive platforms. A highly motivated team player and diligent problem solver prepared to conduct highly effective personal and group training sessions. Enthusiastic personality with a hands-on, creative style. Ready to apply 24 years' experience to a challenging long-term position.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Business and IT Teacher
Manassas Park City Schools
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced students' problem-solving skills by incorporating real-world scenarios in lesson plans.
- Incorporated hands-on activities and project-based learning into lessons, enabling students to apply their knowledge practically.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to students.
Business and IT Teacher
Virginia Virtual Academy
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Enhanced students'' problem-solving skills by incorporating real-world scenarios in lesson plans.
- Boosted student confidence and independence through personalized learning approaches and one-on-one support.
- Increased student engagement with interactive online tools and resources during lessons.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Taught Keyboarding, Computer Solutions, and Digital Input Technology
- Incorporated hands-on activities and project-based learning into lessons, enabling students to apply their knowledge practically.
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Richmond City Public Schools
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Taught Keyboarding, Computer Solutions, and Digital Input Technology
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Taught Computer Solutions (keyboarding, developing business documents, project based virtual learning)
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
T.C. Williams High School
08.2015 - 08.2019
- Students achieved one or more industry certifications in Microsoft (100 or more students) under my instruction.
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2001 - 08.2015
- Taught Computer Solutions (keyboarding, developing business documents, project based virtual learning)
Cooperative Education Coordinator
Henry E. Lackey High School
08.2003 - 08.2005
- Provided in-school instruction and coordination of on-the-job experiences.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and students by organizing informative meetings and distributing regular updates on program progress.
- Supported overall school objectives by aligning educational programs with established standards and goals.
- Developed assessment tools to track student progress throughout the academic year accurately, providing valuable feedback for both educators and families alike.
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE TEACHER
Henry E. Lackey High School
- Taught Child Development II and Fashion Merchandising classes
PEER COUNSELOR
Nottoway County High School
08.2002 - 08.2003
- Worked directly with school leadership to assist as a peer counselor and mediator at student and parent meetings.
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Culpeper High School
08.1998 - 08.2000
- Taught Keyboarding Applications, Note Taking, Business Management & Marketing and Business Information Technology.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations or assigned work to others.
- Organized extracurricular clubs and activities related to information technology, inspiring passion for the subject matter among students.
Education
Master of Science in Management -
University of Phoenix (Online Program), Phoenix, AZ
05.2011
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an endorsement in Secondary Education -
Saint Paul's College, Lawrenceville, VA
05.1998
Educational Leadership -
The George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
2025
Business and Information Technology with an endorsement in Secondary Education -
Postgraduate Professional Virginia Teacher's License
06.2031
Skills
- Academic Advisement
- Lesson Plan Development
- Tutoring and Mentoring
- Beginning to Advanced Teaching Expertise
- Curriculum Development
- MS Office, Teams, Zoom, LMS (Google Classroom, Canvas, Blackboard)
- LMS (course design, technology integration, deliver knowledge, categorize and customize content)
- Workplace Readiness Skills (Soft Skills) Development
- Public Speaking
- Online Teaching
- Administrative Abilities
- Course Materials Creation
- Goal Setting
- Behavior Intervention Plans
- Higher Education Recruiting
Accomplishments
Fairfax County Public School's BETA (Business Education Teacher Association) Outstanding Middle School Business and Information Technology Teacher of the Year Award 2014
Leadership Experience
- LIT (Leadership in Information Technology) Team, 2018 - 2019
- New Teacher Mentor, 2016 - 2017
- Coordinated and Produced School-Wide Electives' Video - Hayfield Secondary School, 2001 - 2015
- CTE (Career and Technical Education) Representative for School-wide Vertical Articulation Team
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, March 2012
- Appointed to interview for SACS-CASI Accreditation - The North Central Association Commission
- Appointed for class observation for SACS-CASI accreditation process
Special Projects And Mentorship
- Fairfax County Public Schools - Tech Adventure Camp Instructor, Summer 2013 - 2015
- Young Entrepreneurs - Steps to Success, 2005
- Fashion Merchandising Expo, 2004
- Drug Policy Board Member, Nottoway County Public School System, 2003
- Mentor for the SCRATCH Program (School Community Reaching At-Risk Truant Children in Hope), 2003
- Mentor for the SCOPE Program for students at elementary and middle school level (Seeing Children of Promise Excel), 2003
- Lead advisor for 7th and 8th grade SGA (Student Government Association), 2001-2002
- Assisted in advising student members of CPP (College Partnership Program), 2001 - 2002
- Project Reach (Advisor) - mentoring program for 7th and 8th grade students, 2000 - 2001
- Sponsored and advised student members of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), 1998 - 2000
- Coordinated the first Annual FBLA Fashion Show that displayed student talents and helped fund other student activities through community business networks. (Culpeper High School and Henry E. Lackey High School), 1998 and 2000
References
References Upon Request
Timeline
Business and IT Teacher
Manassas Park City Schools
08.2023 - 01.2024
Business and IT Teacher
Virginia Virtual Academy
11.2022 - 08.2023
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Chesterfield County Public Schools
08.2022 - 11.2022
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Richmond City Public Schools
06.2021 - 01.2022
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
T.C. Williams High School
08.2015 - 08.2019
Cooperative Education Coordinator
Henry E. Lackey High School
08.2003 - 08.2005
PEER COUNSELOR
Nottoway County High School
08.2002 - 08.2003
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2001 - 08.2015
BUSINESS AND IT TEACHER
Culpeper High School
08.1998 - 08.2000
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE TEACHER
Henry E. Lackey High School
Master of Science in Management -
University of Phoenix (Online Program), Phoenix, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an endorsement in Secondary Education -
Saint Paul's College, Lawrenceville, VA
Educational Leadership -
The George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
Business and Information Technology with an endorsement in Secondary Education -
Postgraduate Professional Virginia Teacher's License
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