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LaRhonda K. Lewis

Fresno

Summary

Certificated educator with over ten years of experience. I am a highly qualified and a very caring educator who holds Generalist credential. I am actively completing my Education Specialist degree, while interning as an Education Specialist. Extensive experience that qualifies me to support students in Special Education in meeting their IEP goals. Dedicated to supporting a safe classroom environment to ensure that Special Education students will successfully reach their IEP goals. Committed to providing an orderly atmosphere, calm environment, safety and structure in classroom while teaching children how to adapt to surroundings.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Specialist (Intern)

Washington Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Incorporated curriculum materials that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to share best practices and implement effective teaching strategies across the school.
  • Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by integrating problem-solving tasks and real-world applications into lessons.
  • Provided individualized support for students with special needs, adapting instructional approaches to meet their unique learning requirements.
  • Established a positive classroom environment, fostering mutual respect and open communication among students.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by regularly assessing student progress and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.

Kindergarten/TK Teacher

Kepler Neighborhood School
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • Planned, structured and implemented engaging educational activities for all students based on program curriculum and educational standards.
  • Assessed and monitored student’s progress: BPST & NWEA each test session 80% students or higher demonstrated growth.
  • Engaged and supported students in small groups to foster progress in individual learning while further developing their skills and knowledge which supported student achievement improving. (Data driven instruction).
  • Supported daily routines and practices with students while maintaining practical classroom management in nurturing environment.
  • Collaborated with parents and families to support students learning outside of classroom.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.

Teacher Director

Fresno EOC Head Start, Yosemite
05.2019 - 10.2021
  • Provides guidance and support to staff to ensure that educational services, goals and objectives are continually provided to each child for their educational development.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

Teacher

Fresno EOC Head Start, Franklin
07.2017 - 05.2019
  • Ages 3-5
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Preschool Teacher Director

Clovis Unified School District, Weldon Elementary School
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Responsible for operation of center for compliance with regulations and for communications with licensing agency.
  • Planned, supervised and implemented program in accordance with state guidelines.
  • Provides safe, nurturing, positive experiences for children.
  • Kept daily attendance and other records as required pursuant to State guidelines.
  • Supervises and provides guidance to State Preschool Aide as appropriate.
  • Included parent volunteers in daily classroom activities.
  • Provided opportunities for parent education and involvement.
  • Implemented effective, developmentally appropriate curriculum.
  • Participated regularly in professional growth and development opportunities.

Preschool Teacher

Reading and Beyond Preschool
10.2015 - 07.2016
  • Engaged in daily routines, practices with children while maintaining practical classroom management.
  • Coordinated and created lesson plans aligned with learning foundations.
  • Implemented rigorous lessons based on children’s interest.
  • Assessed and monitored learning progress of children using DRDP 2015 (Desired Results).
  • Engaged and supported children in small groups to foster progress in individual learning (Data driven instruction).
  • Maintained children’s portfolios and anecdotal notes.
  • Prepared documentation for and completed parent conferences.

Head, Pre-Kinder Teacher

George Truett Elementary School
08.2013 - 04.2015
  • Partnership with, Head Start (Ages 3-5).
  • Engaged in daily routines, practices with students while maintaining practical classroom management.
  • Assisted students in self-help as needed.
  • Coordinated and created lesson plans aligned with curriculum (Data driven instruction).
  • Implemented rigorous lessons in seven domains of development for Pre-Kinder students.
  • Assessed and monitored learning progress of students using LAP-3.
  • Engaged and supported students in small groups to foster progress in individual learning (Data driven instruction).
  • Assisted with children’s portfolios.

Teacher

Dallas Unified School District, Roger Q. Mills ES
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Coordinated and created lesson plans aligned with required content: TEKS
  • Assessed and monitored student’s progress (25 students).
  • Engaged and supported students in small groups and tutoring to foster progression of individual learning (Data Driven).

Teacher Assistant Special Education

Dallas Unified School District, Thomas Jefferson HS
01.2012 - 08.2012

• Lead teacher: I assumed the responsibility of implementing lesson plans in the teacher’s absence
•Assisted High School Students assigned with daily assignments according to IEP goals.
•Coordinated and created assignments accordance with each student’s IEP.
•Responsible for gastric tube feeding of a student.
•Assisted assigned student with lunch.
•Assisted students with self-care.

Education

Master of Arts - Education Specialist

Alliant International University
San Diego, CA
05.2024

Masters of Science (M.S - Early Childhood Studies, Cultural Diversity

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
03.2017

Bachelor of Science (B.S - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Fresno, CA
06.2008

Skills

  • Communicative Listener
  • Collaborative
  • Adaptability
  • Empathy
  • Patient
  • Mindful classroom manager

Timeline

Education Specialist (Intern)

Washington Unified School District
08.2023 - Current

Kindergarten/TK Teacher

Kepler Neighborhood School
10.2021 - 06.2023

Teacher Director

Fresno EOC Head Start, Yosemite
05.2019 - 10.2021

Teacher

Fresno EOC Head Start, Franklin
07.2017 - 05.2019

Preschool Teacher Director

Clovis Unified School District, Weldon Elementary School
08.2016 - 07.2017

Preschool Teacher

Reading and Beyond Preschool
10.2015 - 07.2016

Head, Pre-Kinder Teacher

George Truett Elementary School
08.2013 - 04.2015

Teacher

Dallas Unified School District, Roger Q. Mills ES
08.2012 - 08.2013

Teacher Assistant Special Education

Dallas Unified School District, Thomas Jefferson HS
01.2012 - 08.2012

Master of Arts - Education Specialist

Alliant International University

Masters of Science (M.S - Early Childhood Studies, Cultural Diversity

Walden University

Bachelor of Science (B.S - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
LaRhonda K. Lewis