Manager School

La’Conyea M. Hickson

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Charlotte, NC 28278

Profile

Experienced professional with a unique combination of planning and organizational skills

along with proficient mathematical expertise, who utilizes creativity and problem solving

to implement prompt, effective results.

Education

Master’s in Educational Leadership. Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, presently

completing thesis assignment; Completion date, December 2013

State of North Carolina Standard Professional II (SP II) License granted August 2011

Elementary Education (K-6), Mathematics (6-9)

Bachelor of Science, Sociology. Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 1995

Leadership Profile

Aug. 2007 ~ June 2011

Title I Mathematics Intervention Teacher ~ Discovery Arts and Technology Academy,

Inkster, MI

Prepared and conducted professional development workshops for instructional

staff grades K-8 in best practices to teach mathematics.

Responsible for building implementation and resources of designed mathematics

curriculum.

Supported CAO with curriculum, disciplinary and basic administrative duties as

needed.

Aug. 2006~ July 2007

Instructional Coach ~ DetroitAcademy of Arts and Sciences, Detroit, MI

Responsible for the curriculum implementation of an18 member teaching team.

Assisted administration with daily operations of middle school campus.

Coordinated district benchmark testing and mandated state assessments.

Aug. 2003~ June 2006

Lead Teacher ~ Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences, Detroit, MI

Responsible for the organizational management of a 6 member teaching team.

Led, coordinated, and supported the implementation of peer coaching.

Monitored academic and behavioral progress of 6th/7thgrade students.

Career History

Aug. 2011 ~ Present

Middle School Math Teacher ~ Reid Park Academy, Charlotte, NC

Prepare thematic units that incorporate real world examples to consolidate

important concepts and encourage student learning.

Cultivate a fun, stimulating learning environment through coherent lectures,

research-based learning strategies, projects, and group exercises.

Utilize various technologies to enhance instruction~ Digital Image Projector, TI-

73 calculators, computer software and websites, and Smart Board Technologies.

Aug. 2002~ June 2006

Mathematics Teacher~ DetroitAcademy of Arts and Sciences, Detroit, MI

Communicated mathematical ideas and concepts to 6-7th grade students using games,

stories and other constructive activities, in an interesting, stimulating, and effective

manner.

Collaborated with instructional team on student curriculum and behavioral

challenges.

Implemented school and state content instruction to ensure student achievement of

school’s academic standards.

Sept. 1999~ Aug. 2002

Kindergarten Teacher~ Beacon International Academy, Detroit, MI

Planned, constructed, and evaluated kindergartners’ cognitive, social, gross and fine

motor development.

Emphasized active learning environments through use of multiple learning centers.

Maintained constructive parental contact through conferences, phone conversations,

and progress notes.

Oct. 1995 ~ Sept. 1999

Case Manager ~ Orchards Children’s Services, Southfield, MI

Developed appropriate and prompt permanency plans for children separated from their

families.

Documented work activities in case records, court reports, and service plans.

Maintained awareness of and ability to refer clients to appropriate referral sources.

Sept. 1995 ~ Jan. 1998

Youth Specialist ~ New Directions Residential Facility, Detroit, MI

Supervised at risk and/or emotionally impaired teens during living activities,

recreation, and educational outings.

Initiated appropriate therapeutic techniques during times of conflict.

Assisted adolescent girls with critical life skills, future planning, decision making,

self-esteem and appropriate social behavior.

Additional Achievements

Grade Level Team Chair, August 2013~ present

Mathematics Department Chair, January 2012~ present

Fashion Club Mentor, January 2012~ June 2012

Co-Founder, P.E.A.R.L.S. Mentoring~ March 2011

Girl Scout Troop Leader, January 2008~ June 2010

Science Fair Coordinator, May 2008, April 2009, May 2010

Program Director, In- School/ After-school Study Skills Center, October 2006~ June 2007

Assistant Coach, Lady Jaguars Basketball Team, October 2005~ December 2006

Chairperson, North Central Association Accreditation Commission, January 2005~ June 2005

Chair, School Improvement Team, August 2004~July 2007

Advisor, National Junior Honor Society, April 2004~June 2007, October 2008~June 2011

Director, “Step It Up” Peer Tutoring Program, March 2004~ June 2004

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