Experience

IDEA Public Charter School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• High School Teacher

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Implement curriculum and create performance tasks aligned to the Common Core StandardsDesign and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standardsUse interim assessment data to enhance curriculum and inform instructional practicesParticipate in professional learning communities, grade-level activities, and school-wide functionsCommunicate and collaborate effectively with students, families, and colleaguesHave extensive content knowledge including how to differentiate and level questioning.

• Secondary Self-Contained Teacher

  • Aug 2017 - Present

  • Implemented effective teaching practices for the purpose of facilitating communication, language, academic achievement, behavior management, and social skills for each student. • Planned and provided clear and intentional focused instruction based upon individual student IEP goals using state standards, subject matter content and district curriculum. • Recognized individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs for the purpose of promoting individual achievement. • Developed appropriate IEPs for students including FBAs, BIPs, and Post-Secondary Transition Plans. • Utilized multiple student data elements for assessing student progress, modifying instruction, administering the required State Alternative Assessment, and improving student learning. • Maintained and processed accurate records/documents as required by State and Federal regulations and district policy, including annual IEPs, IEP progress data and progress reports. • Collaborated and consulted with general education teachers for purpose of providing specially-designed instruction (SDI), accommodation, and modifications in order for students to access the general education curriculum. • Participated in and facilitated various meetings to address student goals and needs, and to fulfill the required laws and policies. Meetings included school and department, manifestation determination, eligibility, evaluation, and placement. • Fostered and managed a safe, positive learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective student behavior and success.



Mt. Vernon High School

• Fairfax, Virginia

• Student Teacher (Intern)

  • Sep 2016 - Present

  • Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences • Develop schemes of work and lesson plans • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities • Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs • Instruct and monitor students in the use of teaching materials and equipment • Observe and evaluate student's performance and development maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies and school regulations • Prepare required reports on students and activities manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school • Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary



Peace Fellowship Church

• Youth Minister

  • Apr 2005 - Aug 2016

  Youth Ministry Mission Statement: To reach the youth of the church and community with a program that will develop them as disciples of Jesus Christ. To provide a safe Christian environment that encourages youth to share ideas, emotions, and needs, and to develop a faithful Christian life. To assist youth in keeping their vows to serve with prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. RESPONSIBILITIES •Work with the youth (Middle and High School), their families and the congregational leadership to develop a clear and well-articulated vision for shared youth ministry. •Plan and lead regular activities for High School and Middle School youth •Lead the youth in spiritual practices, including exploring their own faith and caring for one another. •Assists and coordinate youth lead Sunday worship once a month. •Recruit and supervise adults volunteers •Advocate for and involve youth with the congregations. •Participate in youth ministry professional development as funding permits. •Created outreach programs, activities and events (evangelism). •Created an atmosphere where youth & young adults develop relationships with adults who are praying, caring and investing in their lives. •Befriended several “un-churched” youth & young adults with no strings attached. •Cultivated relationships with other youth & young adult ministers.



Maya Angelou Schools/See Forever Foundation

• United States
• Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• DC History Teacher

  • Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  • Develop instructional plans that provide cognitively engaging learning opportunities that ensure all students construct knowledge to achieve mastery of the stated learning objectives at a high level • Provide activities and content that are consistently organized to be personally meaningful and relevant for alternative students.• Create learning experiences and assignments that demand students think in multiple ways about complex problems that requires them to apply knowledge and skills.• Designing and delivering curricula for DC History, aligned to Common Core Standards, develop student knowledge and skills documented with content and interdisciplinary curriculum maps• Create a student-centered classroom environment engage student interest with diverse resources, promote student leadership• Work closely with parents and caregivers to support student progress• Collaborate on content and grade level/interdisciplinary teams and job-embedded professional development to share promising practices for teaching and learning• Creating a professional growth learning plan and working with instructional leaders to assess progress and professional growth

• Teaching Assistant

  • Aug 2014 - Jun 2016

  Teaching Assistant, assists the special education teacher in the self-contained classroom. This may include preparing instructional materials, collaborate with the special education teacher to develop lesson plans, working with and leading student groups, assist with student behavioral management, and conducting administrative tasks. The Teaching Assistant will work very closely with the special education teacher in self-contained classroom and will carry out their responsibilities under the supervision of the Director of Special Education. Responsibilities: • Assisting the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. • Providing general support and one-to-one assistance for pupils. • Support students with their learning, playing and social development. • Assist with the preparation of a comfortable learning environment. • Produce accurate and up-to-date records and reports as required.• Meet parents at Parent Evening’s & updating them on a child’s progress. • Monitors a student’s performance throughout the year. • Plan learning activities & school trips with lead teachers.• Assist in implementing Individual Education Programs for students. • Providing extra support to students with special needs.



Terrific, Inc.

• washington d.c. metro area

• Data Management

  • May 2013 - Sep 2013

  Maintain, monitor, analyze, document, and improve the quality of our Data base System, for agency compliance for Grantors Meet deadlines and provide regular progress reports to managers and stakeholders. Assist the Senior Social Services Program Director to monitor compliance with performance monthly benchmarks and invoicing. Prepare and keep current database documentation, data maintenance process Collaborate with division staff, database administrators, and other customers to ensure data integrity, and consistency,



Family Matters

• Australia
• Human Resources Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Data Management Specialist

  • Jan 2010 - May 2013

  Maintain, monitor, analyze, document, and improve the quality of our Data base System, for agency compliance for Grantors Meet deadlines and provide regular progress reports to managers and stakeholders. Assist the Senior Social Services Program Director to monitor compliance with performance monthly benchmarks and invoicing. Prepare and keep current database documentation, data maintenance process Collaborate with division staff, database administrators, and other customers to ensure data integrity, and consistency,



ANN INC (Ann Taylor | LOFT | Lou & Grey)

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Mar 2012 - Jun 2012

  • Greeted customers and determined their needs and wants • Discussed type, quality and number of merchandise required for purchase • Recommended merchandise based on individual requirements • Advised customers on utilization and care of merchandise • Provided advice to clients regarding particular products or services • Explained the use and advantage of merchandise to customers • Answered customers’ queries and concerns • Showed the live working of merchandise • Quoted prices and discounts as well as credit terms, trade-in allowances, • Prepared sales contracts and accepted payment through cash, cheque and credit card • Assisted in display of merchandise • Maintained sales records for inventory control



Y.O.U.R Community Center

• Site Coorinator

  • Aug 2009 - Dec 2009

  Supervise counselors, counselor aides, youth workers and program participants in following the set of rules and guidelines of the Center. Continually evaluate the program and make necessary and appropriate adjustments to the program. Write an annual report at the end of the year for presentation. Manage and submit data in database system renweb Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget (OMB),Budget Systems Branch Supervise counselors, counselor aides, youth workers and program participants in following the set of rules and guidelines of the Center. Continually evaluate the program and make necessary and appropriate adjustments to the program. Write an annual report at the end of the year for presentation. Manage and submit data in database system renweb Executive Office of the President, Office of Management and Budget (OMB),Budget Systems Branch



Office of Management and Budget

• Student Assistant

  • Nov 2007 - Nov 2008

  Assist with preparing requirements, defining user and application interfaces, developing workflow descriptions, identifying the system data groups and functions, designing the screens and reports, and identifying external interfaces for other systems Assist with quality assurance, testing and benchmarking of new versions of budget systems software Develop/modify user training documents. Serve as a help desk assistant for the Max Federal Community. Serve as one of the Branch's timekeepers. Higher Achievement Program



Center Aide

• Program Assistant, Assistant Center Director

  • Mar 2006 - Nov 2007

  Orchestrate interview, recruit, and train volunteer teaching mentors: outreach to existing and new neighborhood and university partnerships to recruit and train between 60 and 90 volunteer mentors by the opening of After-School Academy. Develop and maintain systems for record-keeping and communication: serve as the primary contact for all volunteer teaching mentors during After-School Academy and up to 4 teachers during Summer Academy. Ensure that mentors and teachers are supported as they uphold Higher Achievement's rigorous standards of culture and curricula. Manage all scheduling of volunteer teaching mentors. Administer support and assistance as needed to mentors and teachers: conduct observations of mentoring and classroom sessions. Perform evaluations and perform classroom observations.



Higher Achievement

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assistant Center Director

  • Mar 2006 - Sep 2007

  The ACD is an integral component of the Higher Achievement Program. ACD’s works closely with the Center Director to manage the relationships and operations necessary to run an excellent AchievementCenter providing year-round enrichment programming. The ACD works intimately with volunteer teaching mentors, scholars, SummerAcademy teachers, and other Higher Achievement staff. The Academic programming at the neighborhood AchievementCenter operates 25-week After-School Academy during the school year and a 6-week SummerAcademy. AssistantCenter Directors are expected to be at their centers during its hours of operation and in the office outside of these hours to plan and prepare for center operations.



Chico's FAS, Inc.

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sale Associate

  • Jan 2006 - Apr 2006

  •Strive to meets company sales goals by utilizing sales techniques and communicating product knowledge to the customer; recommends merchandise selections or helps to locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires. •Performs various sales and register transactions including ringing purchases, processing of cash or credit payments and counting money. •Maintains an awareness of customers to both increase service levels and reduce security risks; remains current on policies regarding payment and exchanges, customer service, security practices, and other applicable operations. •Maintains knowledge of current sales and promotions; maintains pricing and visual standards. •Builds and maintains a solid customer following through clientele and wardrobing •Maintains standards in merchandise handling



DC Parks and Recreation

• Recreation Specialist

  • Jun 2001 - Mar 2006

  Provided outreach services and recreation activities for marginalized individuals in an urban community. Using a variety of techniques, including arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and community outing and other forms of therapy to improve and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the clients. Partner with community organizations,DCPS teachers, and counselorsto assure the student success. Prepare preliminary summer budget for summer activities for Roving Leader Respond to client requests for assistance by assessing service needs and providing direct intervention, information, and referral services as appropriate. Follow-up on referrals in order to assess outcomes and provide additional services as required. Maintain close professional relationships and liaisons with neighboring schools, recreation center, and local service organizations in the target area (ward 2). Developed and maintain a resource file of available social service agencies and assistance providers in the target area for use in referring clients for needed services.