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Xzavia Martin

Detroit,MI

Summary

Goal and results-oriented educator with 18 years of experience managing students in many different settings. Motivational leader with superior communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities. Eager to invest in students development, future and academic excellence.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Olympics Coach

Detroit Public School Community District
11.2022 - Current
  • Manage large groups of student athletes and maintaining order as well as organization
  • Manage practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger in team work, confidence, and self-esteem.

ESE Paraprofessional

Detroit Public School Community District
10.2006 - Current
  • Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and administrators about student needs and achievements, enhancing overall educational experience.
  • Assisted in developing behavior management strategies, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.

Consultant

DTE Energy/DPSCD
08.2015 - 03.2020
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency between student interns and department supervisors.
  • Mentored interns, fostering professional growth and building strong team dynamics.
  • Managed multiple deadlines across several departments to meet the needs of multiple clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Merchandising Management

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12.2004

Skills

  • Presentations and public speaking
  • Student Engagement
  • Field trip planning
  • Data evaluation
  • Classroom Management
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Educational support

Professional Skills

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Collaborate with educators an identify current classroom concerns to formulate ideas which will remedy the issues.
  • Kept classrooms and office areas functioning efficiently and maintaining detailed records.
  • Offered data-driven recommendations aligned with overall school and district strategies and prioritized educational improvement.

Leadership:

  • Resolved conflicts and facilitate solutions between students to reach resolutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings.
  • Established a positive classroom environment conducive to learning, contributing to an increase in students morale.
  • Conducted training and implement behavior modeling techniques.

Communication:

  • Optimized student educational strategies with clear direction to improve the quality of students work.
  • Devised strategies to reduce learning difficulties, modernize and revamp procedures to improve classroom operations.
  • Utilized various methodologies to address diverse learning styles, resulting in overall student comprehension.

Timeline

Special Olympics Coach

Detroit Public School Community District
11.2022 - Current

Consultant

DTE Energy/DPSCD
08.2015 - 03.2020

ESE Paraprofessional

Detroit Public School Community District
10.2006 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Merchandising Management

Michigan State University
Xzavia Martin