Dr. Makeda Watkins
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) at Aspen University- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Aspen University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
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Sep 2022 - Present
Working on your steps to induction into the nation's largest and only accredited leadership honor society. Working on your steps to induction into the nation's largest and only accredited leadership honor society.
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Desoto County Schools
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Title I (MTSS) Educator
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2021 - Present
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Classroom Teacher
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Aug 2019 - Present
Compassionate and dedicated third-grade teacher with a profound passion for fostering minds during a vital period of their lives. My qualifications include:Bachelor's Degree in Elementary EducationMaster's Degree in EducationEducational Specialist in Elementary EducationEducational Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership (K-12)Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning with a specialization in K-12 Educational LeadershipI am licensed to teach and lead schools in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. Additionally, I have actively participated in The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) chaptered in by Aspen University, completing the Foundations and Advanced Leadership Certifications, a rigorous leadership training program. As a testament to my leadership skills, I was selected by campus administration to serve as the first Doctoral Student Organization (DSO) Senior Class President.Furthermore, I hold Total Well-being Certifications: Meditation, Ayurvedic Health, and Wellness Coaching. My commitment to creating a positive and engaging learning environment stems from my profound ability to inspire and lead others toward a shared vision of growth and transformation. My journey, marked by challenges turned into assets, has instilled in me a unique understanding of compassion, empathy, and the significance of fostering a supportive environment for growth. Through hard work and unwavering support, I successfully guide my family by showcasing resilience and the ability to overcome adversity. Driven by the belief that life is a conscious experience, I use reason and discipline to dispel ignorance and foster unity.In both personal and professional settings, I leverage my experiences to showcase exceptional leadership, problem-solving skills, and a fervent dedication to helping others reach their full potential. My enduring belief in unity and the power of positive change fuels my passion for teaching and creating a lasting impact for ALL. Show less
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Elementary Educator
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Elementary Educator
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Shelby County Schools
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Elementary Educator
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Jul 2017 - Present
When you say yes to others be sure you are not saying no to yourself.
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Educator
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Jul 2017 - Present
2nd grade teacher
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General Librarian and Music Teacher
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Jul 2016 - Jun 2017
PreK-8th grade teacher PreK-8th grade teacher
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Elementary School Teacher
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Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
1st grade teacher 1st grade teacher
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Treasurer
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Apr 2015 - Aug 2016
Parents Teachers and Students Association Parents Teachers and Students Association
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Memphis City Schools
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United States
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Promise Academy Charter School
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Nov 2013 - Jun 2014
1st grade teacher 1st grade teacher
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S.T.A.R. Academy Charter School
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Jul 2010 - May 2011
2nd grade teacher 2nd grade teacher
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Education
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Aspen University
Doctor of Education in Leadership and Learning with a specialization in K-12 Educational Leadership, K-12 Leadership -
The University of Mississippi
Educational Specialist, Educational Leadership and Administration, General -
The University of Southern Mississippi
Education Specialist, Education Leadership -
Delta State University
Educational Specialist, Ed.S, Elementary Education -
Delta State University
Master's degree, Elementary Education -
Olé Miss
Elementary Education, Elementary Education and Teaching -
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Education, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies