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I teach Physical Education to Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grade students. As the PE teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects to students with different learning modalities and abilities. I assess student performance throughout the school year or semester and conduct parent/teacher and individual student conferences.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

As a community liaison I developed and implemented an effective family and community engagement strategy at the school level. I recruit and maintain partnership relationships with identified constituencies in support of the school and address parent complaints as needed. I developed a knowledge base of available resources inside and outside the school system that supports students, parents and school staff. I partnered with local businesses for school donations. I participate in decision making on fiscal management, school values and a creation of a safe, respectful and fair school environment. I developed materials including, but not limited to brochures, pamphlets, and presentations, regarding the school to public, prepared and made available for all school outreaches. I taught Physical Education to 6th, 7th and 8th graders. As the PE teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects to students with different learning modalities and abilities. Assessed student performance throughout the school year or semester and conducted parent/teacher and individual student conferences. As the athletic director I created a master sports calendar that includes conference and non-conference games/events for both middle and high school boys and girls. I purchased equipment with money allotted to the middle and high school athletic budget. I collect, maintain and inventory all equipment in the program. Communicate all information regarding the athletic program to school, parents, and community. Coordinate gym use for practices and games and give final clearance for the use of either the gym or the athletic field. Take care of travel arrangements. Hire all officials. Secure game workers for athletic contests, chain crews, announcers, clock operators, score keepers, line judges, etc. Be in compliance to all district policies, administrative rules, procedures, and codes relating to and participation in DCSAA athletics.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

This position required me to develop and maintain relationships with families and ensure that they receive comprehensive services through their participation in the program. These services include health and social services, disabilities, early childhood education and care services, and a range of parent development training. I was responsible for about 60 families ranging from single moms to homeless. I participated in the evaluation of Head Start and Early Head Start services to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and review the applications for eligibility (Head Start, Early Head Start, OSSE and USDA) to identify completeness and accuracy. I research policies and standards for children from birth to age three. Track eligibility information for Head Start Program Information Report and other reporting as required by program standards. Monitor, evaluate, research and collect data on essential educational issues. Identify and evaluate children with high needs and recommend early learning programs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

This position required me to assists schools in development and implementation of an effective family and community engagement strategy at the school level. I also identified training opportunities that address school needs and ensure the training opportunities are provided to schools' personnel, families, and partners on policies, procedures, and processes. I assisted in recruiting and maintaining partnership relationships with identified constituencies in support of the schools and addressed parent complaints as needed. Assist in the creation of a knowledge base of available resources inside and outside the school system that support parents/guardians. Assist in the presentation and delivery of workshops and information sessions. Assist in the development of outreach strategies to effectively engage parents/guardians in the activities of the Parent Resource Center and schools. Maintain appropriate record of clients and identified needs, including filing field reports and logs.

Takoma Park, Md

I had the responsibility to manage staff and contractors and maintain the facility. Supervised, scheduled and inspected the work of paid staff, volunteer staff and contractors. I inspected the gym, weight-room and dance room to include lighting systems, audio and visual systems and other infrastructure on a scheduled rotational basis. Develops and implements site-specific maintenance programs in accordance with Park Authority standards. Participates on various committees and teams to develop and further the objectives of the Park Authority. I monitored expenditure tracking and day-to-day operations of the Recreation Center. I assisted in managing, hiring and supervising program staff. Developed program goals and objectives, design and implement activities to meet the objectives.

Bowie, Md

I taught Intro to Business, Career Development, and Marketing to 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th graders. As a teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects to students with different learning modalities and abilities. I used a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects to gain student involvement. Administered class trips, lectured and discussed concepts, preparing material for presentations, grading tests and conducting progress reports and record keeping student activities in accordance with laws and school policies. Assessed student performance throughout the school year or semester and conducted parent/teacher and individual student conferences. I coached girl’s indoor and outdoor track and field. I developed and established a high-quality program founded on sound Track and Field principles, strong team values, and the ethics of hard work, commitment, loyalty, honesty, respect and sportsmanship. Participated in the selection and development of Track and Field staff which includes all coaches and support staff. Managed and develop all levels of the program. I developed off-season training programs and summer opportunities for player performance improvement. Purchased equipment with money allotted to Track and Field in the High School Athletic Budget. Collect, maintain and inventory all equipment in the program. Communicate all information regarding the Track and Field program to school, parents, and community. Supervise expenditures of the monies generated by fundraising activities and deposited in Track and Field account.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

This position allowed me to exercise responsibility and discretion in the areas of student supervision, discipline and attendance. I had frequent and visible contact with students, parents and staff members. I had to meet and confer with parents and school personnel in developing alternative solutions to student attendance and discipline problems and concerns. I provided leadership in curriculum revision process and assisted in the textbook adoption process as assigned. I participated in decision making on fiscal management, school values and a creation of a safe, respectful and fair environment. I administered leadership and guidance to staff and outside officials in planning, developing and carrying out educational programs. I assessed students presenting a diversity of educational handicaps including; emotional disturbance and learning difficulties. I administered formal and informal classroom observation and supported the principal on how to improve family and community engagement. I acted as a liaison for the school among parents, teachers, and community leaders. I utilized experience and knowledge of development theories, principles and practices. I advised program directors, school leaders and staff on policies, program needs and national trends on educational regulations and procedures. Developed, tested, and applied innovative techniques and new approaches to meet goals. Created and administered disciplinary procedures (Suspension, Tardy Hall, Detention, etc.)

Washington D.C. Metro Area

This position allowed me to exercise responsibility and discretion in the areas of student supervision, discipline and attendance. I had frequent and visible contact with students, parents and staff members. I had to meet and confer with parents and school personnel in developing alternative solutions to student attendance and discipline problems and concerns. I provided leadership in curriculum revision process and assisted in the textbook adoption process as assigned. I participated in decision making on fiscal management, school values and a creation of a safe, respectful and fair environment. As a teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects. I used a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects to gain student involvement. My other duties included chaperoning classes and trips, lecturing and discussing concepts, preparing material for presentations, grading tests and conducting progress reports and record keeping student activities in accordance with laws and school policies. I coached boys and girls indoor and outdoor track and field. Developed and established a high-quality program founded on sound Track and Field principles, strong team values, and the ethics of hard work, commitment, loyalty, honesty, respect and sportsmanship. Participated in the selection and development of Track and Field staff which includes all coaches and support staff. Managed and develop all levels of the program. I developed off-season training programs and summer opportunities for player performance improvement. Purchased equipment with money allotted to Track and Field in the High School Athletic Budget.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I taught all subjects to 3rd graders (Math, Science, Social Studies, etc.) at Friendship Public Charter. As a teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects. I used a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects to gain student involvement. As technology became an increasingly large part of education, I was practically required to teach computer skills to the children I taught on the primary level. My other duties included chaperoning classes and trips, lecturing and discussing concepts, preparing material for presentations, grading tests and conducting progress reports and record keeping student activities in accordance with laws and school policies. Assess students presenting a diversity of educational handicaps including; emotional disturbance and learning. Organize cooperative learning activities, implemented creative curricula utilizing outcome-based education and alternative assessments. Constructed curriculums geared towards the standards to specific age groups and ability levels. Wrote Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and integrated technology into curriculum.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I taught all subjects to 1st and 2nd graders (Math, Science, Social Studies, etc.) at Anita J. Turner Elementary School. As a teacher I put together informative and engaging lesson plans for multiple subjects. I used a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects to gain student involvement. As technology became an increasingly large part of education, I was practically required to teach computer skills to the children I taught on the primary level. My other duties included chaperoning classes and trips, lecturing and discussing concepts, preparing material for presentations, grading tests and conducting progress reports and record keeping student activities in accordance with laws and school policies. Assess students presenting a diversity of educational handicaps including; emotional disturbance and learning. Organize cooperative learning activities, implemented creative curricula utilizing outcome-based education and alternative assessments. Constructed curriculums geared towards the standards to specific age groups and ability levels. Wrote Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and integrated technology into curriculum.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Family And Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education

Educational Leadership And Administration, General