Experience

Mercer University

• Macon, Georgia, United States

• Fatherhood Program Coordinator

  • Jan 2023 - Present



Bibb County School District

• Macon, Georgia, United States

• Teacher

  • Aug 2021 - Jan 2023

  9th/10th grade Literature teacher 9th/10th grade Literature teacher



Cirrus Academy Charter School

• Early Childhood Educator

  • Jul 2017 - Jul 2021

  As an Early Childhood Educator for Cirrus Academy Charter School, I observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health, in addition to, planning and conducting activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time. This in turn, provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. I adapt my teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests, in conjunction with instructing students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. I also confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. Furthermore, I meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs. My successes in this position include but not limited to: • Appointed to the School Improvement Team. • Appointed the PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Success) Team. • Awarded Teacher of the Month in September 2018 and December 2019.



Bibb County Board of Education

• Paraprofessional

  • 2016 - 2017

  As a Paraprofessional for the Bibb County Board of Education, the primary purpose of my position was to assist with the oversight and coordination of specialized developmental care for Pre-K students. In my daily work environment, I assisted with activities and plans consisting of elements of mathematical and letter concepts, language development, art, music, science, health, and physical education. In order to stimulate creative learning, I formed a pleasant and inviting atmosphere equipped with appropriate activities that included music, movement, finer play, dramatic plays, songs, art, cutting, block play, sensory play, and storytime. I routinely assisted with parent involvement activities and encouraged parents’ involvement. My other task includes but not limited to: •Maintaining reasonable rules of conduct that encourage self-discipline and responsibility. •Upholding a safe and orderly environment. •Establishing routine of the school and classroom procedures in which assigned, and a professional appearance as an example to students. •Remaining at school the entire school day, unless otherwise instructed to leave by building principal.



Fort Valley State University

• Counselor Intern

  • 2015 - 2016

  As a Counselor Intern for Fort Valley State University, I designed health outreach programs for clients/students, addressing any emotional needs, and used clinical interviews/assessments to discern their needs and track their progress. Daily, I prepared a safe, predictable, and highly structured environment for clients/students. Working alongside a collective of other Counselors, we fostered the development of personal health. Moreover, I assisted with providing an open space for clients/students that promoted healthy behaviors and lifestyle choices. My other task included but not limited to: • Answer and pre-screen incoming phone calls of all potential clients. • Maintain records of new and existing cases in the database. • Schedule, set-up, and complete client orientations. • Compile, record, and evaluate client data to verify completeness and accuracy. • Answer applicants' questions about program procedures. • Respond to internal messaging and email inquiries of program services.



Boys & Girls Club

• After School Program Intern

  • 2015 - 2015

  As an After School Intern for The Boys and Girls Club, I was responsible for assisting with the overall supervision and daily functions of the classroom by encouraging the enhancement of academic, problem solving and critical thinking skills of club members. Daily, I worked closely with superiors, leaders of the community, and various community organizations to ensure that all club members graduated from high school on time, and were college/career ready. I also ensured that all class bulletin boards were current and provided the parents with an overview of the material taught in class and upcoming events. My other tasks included but not limited to: • Helping students with homework and checking homework. • Researching, planning, and conducting student enrichment activities. • Taking and recording students’ attendance daily. • Completing and filing daily, weekly, and/or quarterly reports.