Experience

West Bolivar Elementary School
• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Inclusion Teacher

  • Aug 2019 - Present


Capella University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Education Candidate

  • Oct 2014 - Dec 2020

  During my time in this role I pursued and attained a foundational doctorate-level education in Curriculum and Education by successfully completing all coursework stipulated within a rigorous program. I conducted in-depth research and explored a variety of topics impacting higher education and delivered a comprehensive research capstone.Some key achievements in this role:• Utilized superior project management skills to balance multiple priorities while adhering to varying deadlines, requirements, and objectives• Degree awarded 2020.• Research capstone: Improving Academic Advising Strategies to Retain First Year Students.• Notable courses: ED7712 Classroom Assessment in Education; ED8600 Effective Online Course Design, Delivery, Facilitation and Assessment; EDD The How-To of Becoming an Action Researcher; ED 7106 Curriculum Development. Show less

• Graduate Teaching Assistant

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  Throughout my tenure in this capacity I expertly conducted a range of instructional and grading actions to support Professors with the execution of all curriculum for doctorate-level students. I instructed classes, delivered lectures, and oversaw peer discussions under direct supervision of the professor. I observed students, assisted with student evaluations, and generated timely feedback to support students with the achievement of all learning goals.Some key achievements in this role:• Acted as a key driver in the successful achievement of an 80%+ score and total pass rate for all 25 students enrolled in the course• Notable courses: Found Theory and Practice in Doctoral Study and Classroom Assessment in Education. Show less



Mississippi Valley State University

• Higher Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Instructor, First Year Experience Seminar

  • Sep 2014 - Jul 2019

  While acting in this role I empowered students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to excel within academic careers as an instructor for the First Year Experience Seminar for undergraduate students. I tracked and evaluated the learning progress of each individual student by delivering routine examinations and assessing outcomes, records, and performance. I developed syllabi and lesson plans and administered course content. I proactively explored solutions to improve student engagement and implemented various learning techniques, additional resources, and interactive experiences to strengthen learning comprehension. Some key achievements in this role: • Remained at the forefront of industry mastery by actively pursuing continued professional development, specialized training, and education-related conferences, workshops, and seminars • Fortified and enhanced curriculum by playing a key part in the design and development of all materials in close collaboration with a highly-engaged faculty. • Partnered closely with students to mentor and advise on professional development, potential career trajectories, and strategies to enable the achievement of all short- and long-term educational objectives. • Perpetuated a 100% pass rate for all students enrolled in the seminar. • Designed the First Year Experience Seminar Syllabus. Show less



Tallahatchie County Correctional Facilit

• Instructor, Adult Basic Education

  • Dec 2008 - Sep 2014

  During my time with this organization I educated a diverse population of incarcerated adult learners within a traditional classroom on a variety of fundamental subjects including Math, Reading, Writing, English, Social Studies, and Science. I developed lesson plans and syllabi while leading efforts to enhance curriculum and strengthen course content. I established clear objectives for learning comprehension for each course and documented all pertinent information regarding student progress. Some key achievements in this role: • Sourced and identified optimal resources to support instruction including textbooks, equipment, and other materials • Played an instrumental role in the successful graduation and diploma award for all 30 students enrolled in each GED certification course. • Drove student engagement by fostering a collaborative and interactive classroom environment that promoted student involvement and teamwork among peers. • Tracked student progress by delivering routine examinations and assignments. • Formulated and implemented curricula for Math, Reading, English, Science, and Social Studies that aligned with the GED-level learning objectives for each course. Show less