BRANDY DAVIS
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Passionate and detail-oriented educator with seventeen years of experience seeking a rewarding position with the opportunity to promote a thriving environment. Ability to utilize research-based strategies to drive achievement. Proven record of consistently exceeding student learning targets. A background in business has contributed to strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Central Primary School
Gonzales, LA
08.2025 - Current
- Developing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to support diverse learning needs
- Teaching several subjects to students across multiple grade levels
- Facilitating small group instruction to address individual learning needs
- Developing and implementing behavior management plans to improve student behavior
- Coordinating schedules for special education paraprofessionals in conjunction with master school schedule
- Partnering with general education teachers from across grade levels and academic departments
- Monitoring student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies
- Promoting self-advocacy and independence in students with disabilities by teaching self-management and decision-making skills
Special Education Teacher
Galvez Middle School
Galvez, LA
08.2018 - 08.2025
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Utilized technology to create engaging lessons
- Performed successful academic and behavioral interventions
- Created IEPs for students
- Continually collaborated with IEP team to assess student growth
- Cultivated connections and rapport to promote student engagement
- Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues
- Maintained accurate records of student progress
Special Education Teacher
Springfield Middle School
Springfield, LA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Taught core subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities
- Monitored student data to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies
- Developed and amended IEPs as needed
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth
Gifted Education Teacher
Polk Elementary School
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Prepared lesson plans and incorporated different modalities
- Fostered curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
- Developed IEPs to target student weaknesses
- Collaborated with parents and staff to identify students' needs, ensuring tailored support and resources
- Successfully increased students' scores on high-stakes tests
Elementary School Teacher
Lowery Elementary School
Donaldsonville, LA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Designed and presented lesson plans using variety of teaching techniques
- Utilized proven strategies to maintain classroom order
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administration
- Provided supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, adapting instructional strategies accordingly
Keeping Youth Trained & Educated (KYTE) Instructor
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Prepared learners to pass the GED/High School Equivalency (HiSET) Exam
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover academic gaps
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills
- Developed detailed daily lesson plans for activities
- Instructed a course in college life and career development
Assistant Principal Intern, Elementary School Teacher
Grand Coteau Elementary School
Grand Coteau, LA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Created lesson plans that correlated with curriculum standards
- Encouraged student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips
- Supervised all aspects of the summer and after school programs
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification
- Designed and implemented a school-wide positive behavior reward system
- Coordinated school events to foster community engagement and involvement
High School Teacher
Evangeline Central High School
Ville Platte, LA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Planned, developed, and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and core educational standards
- Developed communicative relationships with students and parents to support learning
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits
- Taught several subjects to students across various grade levels
Administrative Coordinator
Lowe's Home Improvement
Lafayette, LA
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Received performance award for large monetary recovery from margin loss
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity
- Trained and mentored staff district wide on cash office procedures
- Oversaw vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of orders, contributing to operational continuity
- Ensured compliance with company policies by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of regulations and conducting regular audits of procedures
- Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to achieve project objectives within tight timelines
- Tracked employee time and attendance and processed bi-weekly payroll
- Assisted management with special projects to ensure deadlines were met
- Improved customer satisfaction with conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Analyzed errors and recovered margin loss
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching Degree -
Louisiana College
Pineville, LA12-2010
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree - Management
University of Louisiana
Lafayette, LA12-2008
Applied Associates Degree - Accounting Technology
Louisiana Technical College- Acadian Campus
Crowley, LA05-1999
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- G-Suite application skills
- Engaging slideshow creation
- Data collection and analysis
- Online collaboration tools
- Analytical thinking
- De-escalation techniques
- Trained in CPI
- Multitasking
- IEP development
Certification
- Louisiana Department of Education, 2012
- Level 1 Certification- Educational Leader
- Louisiana Department of Education, 2010
- Level 3 Certification- Teacher
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Central Primary School
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Galvez Middle School
08.2018 - 08.2025
Special Education Teacher
Springfield Middle School
01.2017 - 01.2018
Gifted Education Teacher
Polk Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2017
Elementary School Teacher
Lowery Elementary School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Keeping Youth Trained & Educated (KYTE) Instructor
South Louisiana Community College
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Principal Intern, Elementary School Teacher
Grand Coteau Elementary School
01.2010 - 01.2013
High School Teacher
Evangeline Central High School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Administrative Coordinator
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.1998 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Degree - Management
University of Louisiana
Applied Associates Degree - Accounting Technology
Louisiana Technical College- Acadian Campus
Master of Arts in Teaching Degree -
Louisiana College