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Tesha Adams

THIBODAUX,LA

Summary

Dedicated professional and aspiring leader with 30 plus years of experience developing and implementing curriculum and managerial practices. Analytical problem solver and effective communicator seeking a position that offers professional challenges utilizing innovative strategies in managerial responsibilities.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrollment and Testing Coordinator;

Virtual Academy Of Lafourche
Thibodaux, LA 70301
07.2022 - Current
  • Managed K-8th grade enrollment
  • Managed online curriculum for K-12th grade students and staff
  • Managed and coordinated Louisiana State Testing for K-12th grade students and staff
  • Managed and coordinated National testing for 9-12th students and staff
  • Coordinated and presented professional training of virtual programs
  • Managed and trained K-8th students and staff involving virtual programs
  • Developed online trainings for directors and staff
  • Use statistical data to improve virtual programs for students and staff

Teacher

St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
Thibodaux, LA 70301
08.2017 - 06.2022

Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.

  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives
  • Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops
  • Supported and supervised educators with curriculum mandates and instruction
  • Supported and supervised educators with classroom management and curriculum instruction
  • Collaborated with other teachers to coordinate social activities and field trips in alignment with curriculum
  • Trained educators and office personnel in the implementation of interactive software
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues
  • Revised curriculum and alternate approaches in training other educators

Teacher

St. James Parish School Board
Lutcher LA, 70071
06.2011 - 08.2017

Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.

  • Participated in student recruiting sessions and other marketing efforts that required teacher representation
  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs
  • Developed curriculum for grades 3-8 in math and science
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs
  • Cooperated with parents to support students' learning
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons in an effort to increase student understanding
  • Collaborated with a team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help
  • Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under-privileged students
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities
  • Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
  • Assisted with the organization and administration of standardized testing
  • Developed IEPs with and without BIPs
  • Served on School Affiliation Board and revised the institute's policies and rules
  • Served on School improvement Committee
  • Improved 7th and 8th Grade test scores by 18 points
  • Encouraged Talented and Gifted students with special academic interest in pursuing higher academic goals

Teacher

Lafourche Parish School Board
Thibodaux, LA 70301
11.1992 - 07.2011
  • Served as Department Head
  • Mentored new teachers
  • Mentored Nicholls State University Education Majors
  • Served on School improvement Committee
  • Served on SBLC Committee
  • Served on interview Committee
  • Assisted administration with referrals
  • Served as sponsor and coach of extracurricular activities
  • Developed and revised math and ELA programs to improve test scores
  • Served on LASIP committee for Nicholls State University
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
  • Observed and evaluated teacher performances according to the state and parish mandates
  • Reviewed school curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons in an effort to increase student understanding.
  • Worked with facilitators to align state curriculum with parish curriculum
  • Trained teachers on using Cooperative learning strategies
  • Served as Project Read teacher
  • Awarded Teacher of the Year

Education

Masters, Ed. - Educational Leadership

Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA
2014

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA
1992

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Communication
  • Curriculum Development
  • Problem Solving
  • Organization
  • Teacher Supervision and Support
  • School Data Analysis
  • Self-Motivated
  • Mentor
  • Parent and Community Interaction
  • Management
  • Enrollment Coordinator
  • Testing Coordinator

References

Gerard Rodrigue

Principal, St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School

200 Banker Dr.

Thibodaux, LA 70301

985-414-4124

gerard.rodrigue@htdiocese.org

Edmond Adams

Director, Virtual Academy of Lafourche

Thibodaux, LA 70301

985-414-1234

Jennifer Prejean

SLBC Coordinator, Virtual Academy of Lafourche

Thibodaux, LA 70301

985-859-5863

jprejean@valcharter.org

Timeline

Enrollment and Testing Coordinator;

Virtual Academy Of Lafourche
07.2022 - Current

Teacher

St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2022

Teacher

St. James Parish School Board
06.2011 - 08.2017

Teacher

Lafourche Parish School Board
11.1992 - 07.2011

Masters, Ed. - Educational Leadership

Nicholls State University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Nicholls State University
Tesha Adams