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Tralana Stinson
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Miami,FL
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with over 13 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Instructional Coach
Reading, Miami Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
09.2010 - Current
- Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center -Created coaching plans which included focused goals, measures of success to drive teaching and learning cycles, to support teachers.
- Engaged classroom teachers in coaching cycles to develop teacher efficacy that ensured curriculum alignment, reflective instructional practiced based on data, to improve student learning.
- Devised a comprehensive reading plan around the Florida Comprehensive Assessment test to aligned to reading clusters to prepare students for end-of-the-year assessment, resulting in a increase in students reading ability.
- Provided professional development and modeled best practices focused on literacy and reading.
- Collected and analyzed student test data to determine appropriate placement.
- Developed and spearheaded a program tailored towards improving instructional design and delivery to over 115 teachers, coordinating training sessions, coaching, mentoring on best practice methods and use of technology in instructional delivery.
- Meets with parents to discuss pupils' academic, social and behavioral progress
- Maintains attendance and grade records as required by school
- Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and in-service classes
- Performs related work as required or as assigned by the supervising administrator or his/her designee
- Collaborate with Special Education Teacher for ESE student and Individualized Education Program.
- Provide one-on-one reading coaching to designated students in third - fifth grade; meeting with students for 30 minutes at least twice per week at a designed time.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students.
- Developed staff members' attitudes, skills, and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Met diverse student population needs by planning and implementing lessons with wide variety of teaching strategies.
- Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
- Serves as the school's activities information director.
- Served as the eighth grade coordinator for 2 years, interacting/aliasing with different complex stakeholder structures inclusive of Administrative, Faculty, Community, and Student bodies.
- Assist in compiling and coordinating school and community projects.
- Supports and directs the annual Unit Way student campaign.
- Assists in the planning of Open House/Back to School Night.
- Maintains the financial responsibility, in conjunction with the school treasurer, of all clubs and organizations.
- Assists in organizing field trips by ensuring that all M-DCPS policies and procedures are followed.
- Organizes and directs assemblies and direct pep rallies.
- Organizes school award presentations including grade level awards, end-of-the-year awards ceremony/banquet, and honor roll/principal's honor roll recognition.
- Works with the School Site Volunteer Coordinator to develop a plan to effectively utilize the school's volunteer resources and to train all volunteers on the requirements to be a field trip chaperone.
- Assist with coordinating and supervising arrangements for all school dances/proms.
Tutor
Goulds Optimist Club
Miami, Florida
06.2013 - 08.2017
- Greater goulds optimist club summer program – miami, -Implemented each program in a developmentally appropriate manner focusing on individual discovery and guaranteeing a fun, memorable, and educational experience for each camper through the use of computers
- Provided students academic assistance with the use of software programs i-Ready, Riverdeep, Starfall, etc
- Establishes and maintained cooperative working relationships with campers and the staff of Fit-to-Play Summer Camp
- Provided students with a description of business and a business plan
- Help students to establish different marketing strategies (Business cards, fliers, etc.)
- Provided students with the correct way to present a business plan with the use of a Power Point Presentation.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Conducted tutorial services for students to provide academic support in computer programming.
- Implemented listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process.
Teacher
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
10.2006 - 08.2009
- Richmond Perrine Optimist Club -Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
- Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs
- Maintains effective and efficient record keeping according to Dade County Public Schools regulations
- Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools, as measured by Dade County Public Schools district/school survey results
- Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
- Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet Florida standards.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Attended and facilitated IEP meetings for students and families.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
SENIOR STAFF ASSOCIATE
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
MIAMI, FL
02.2000 - 10.2006
- Responsible for maintaining and managing the service all university food service and equipment
- Process invoices, expense forms, check requisitions, payroll, and purchase orders
- Maintain student meal plan accounts through an automated tracking system
- Troubleshoot students and parents complaints concerning the meal plans and laundry services
- Perform weekly audits on vending and laundry facilities throughout campus
- Process orders for new equipment for the hurricane food court and dining halls
- Supervise student employees and monitor student workload
- Liaison with outside vendors for the university
- Maintain calendar and meetings for the vice president of auxiliary services
- Provided administrative support for the director and assistant director of equality administration
- Maintain documentation for open/filled faculty, research, and administrative/professional positions
- Assist in ensuring open positions are posted in accordance with university policies and procedures and equality administration guidelines
- Maintained departmental records of account transactions in the department of accounts payable.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
- Coached staff on daily performance and conducted evaluations to constructively address concerns.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Interpreted requirements and reviewed projects to assess compliance.
- Communicated with internal and external individuals to acquire information concerning certifications.
- Navigated documentation to identify qualifications.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
- Collected detailed notes on investigations and other communication to adhere to legal requirements and enhance recordkeeping.
- Confirmed data and licensing information through investigations and notified violators of required changes to bring operations into compliance.
- Kept informed regarding pending industry changes, trends or best practices.
- Collected payment from customers, provided documentation and changed accounts to reflect current statuses.
- Took notes on field examinations and specific case details, updated databases and produced reports outlining results of investigations.
- Completed field checks to verify licenses and permits for various business.
- Entered into record-keeping systems appropriate data needed to create new records or update existing ones.
Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership
Saint Thomas University
Opa-locka, FL 09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of science (B.S) - Business Professional Management
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL 01.2002 - 05.2005
Elementary Education Certification (K-6 - undefined
05.2005 - Current
Skills
Group tutoring
Elementary education
Reading level analysis
Great active listening skills
Instructional planning skills
Excellent communication abilities
Verbal and written communication
Differentiated instruction
Group and individual instruction
Project Management
Online tutoring
Homework assistance
Report preparation
Auditing experience
Examination scoring
Data verification
Data presentation skills
Teambuilding
Problem-Solving
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking
Enrichment program development
Event planning experience
Event Coordination
Schedule Management
Inventory ordering
Recordkeeping skills
Understanding of budgeting
Activity Organization
Organizational skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Affiliations
Aug 2014 - Present
United Teachers of Dade - Steward
Aug 2014 - Present
EESAC (Educational Excellence School Advisory Council) - Member Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
Sep 2010 - Present
AFL-CIO - The American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations - Member
Sep 2010 - Present
American Federation of Teachers - Delegate
Sep 2010 - Present
Florida Education Association - Member
Sep 2010 - Present
National Education Association - Delegate
Aug 2014 – August 2015
Paraprofessional of the Year Committee - Member
Sep 2010 - Present
United Teachers of Dade - Member
Aug 2018 - Present
A. Phillip Randolph Institute
Additional Information
- 2
Accomplishments
- Aug 2014 - Present - United Teachers of Dade - Steward
- Aug 2014 - Present - EESAC (Educational Excellence School Advisory Council) - Member Gateway Environmental K-8 Learning Center
- Sep 2010 - Present - AFL-CIO - The American Federation of Labor- Congress of Industrial Organizations - Member
- Sep 2010 - Present - American Federation of Teachers - Member
- Sep 2010 - Present - Florida Education Association Delegate/Member
- Sep 2010 - Present - National Education Association - Delegate
- Aug 2014 – August 2015 - Paraprofessional of the Year Committee - Member
- Sep 2010 - Present - United Teachers of Dade - Member
- Aug 2018 - Present - A. Phillip Randolph Institute - Member
Software
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft OneNote
Certification
Elementary Education Certification K-6
Timeline
M.D. - Educational Leadership
Saint Thomas University
09.2021 - Current
Tutor
Goulds Optimist Club
06.2013 - 08.2017
Instructional Coach
Reading, Miami Dade County Public Schools
09.2010 - Current
Teacher
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
10.2006 - 08.2009
Elementary Education Certification K-6
05-2005
Elementary Education Certification (K-6 - undefined
05.2005 - Current
Bachelor of science (B.S) - Business Professional Management
Nova Southeastern University
01.2002 - 05.2005
SENIOR STAFF ASSOCIATE
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
02.2000 - 10.2006