Leola Young
Rayne
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Lafayette Parish School Board, excelling in effective classroom management and curriculum development. Fostered student engagement through innovative teaching methods and enhanced parental involvement, resulting in improved student performance. Committed to continuous professional growth and cultural sensitivity, ensuring an inclusive learning environment for all students.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Lafayette Parish School Board
Lafayette, LA
08.2014 - 01.2024
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Teacher
St. Landry Parish School System
Opelousas, LA
08.2003 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
Acadia Parish School Board
Crowley, LA
01.1994 - 05.2003
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA08-1992
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Effective relationship management
- Analytical reasoning
- Curriculum development
- Effective public speaking
- Effective technology integration
- Cultural sensitivity
Timeline
Teacher
Lafayette Parish School Board
08.2014 - 01.2024
Teacher
St. Landry Parish School System
08.2003 - 05.2014
Teacher
Acadia Parish School Board
01.1994 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Instrumental Music Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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