LaKisha E. Scott
Washington, DC 20011
acxrje@r.postjobfree.com
Education
Bachelor of Arts
Communications
Trinity University
Washington, DC
June 2003
High School Diploma
Paul Laurence Dunbar Senior High School
related Skills
●Communication
●Problem Solving
●Adaptability
●Collaboration
●Strong Work Ethic
●Time Management
●Critical Thinking
●Self-Confidence
●Handling Pressure
●Leadership
●Creativity
Work Experience
June 2016-present
1st Grade Assistant Teacher
Worked with the Lead Teacher in the planning and management of a classroom.
Supported the planning and teaching of students for the core subjects of reading, math, science, social studies.
Supported the classroom by record-keeping attendance and meal roster information for all students.
Assessed student progress regularly and using data to plan for instruction.
Worked with the Lead Teacher, special education service providers (speech, PT,OT), ELL teacher and other Assistant Teacher(s) or Teaching Fellow(s).
Created a classroom culture and environment that develops and nurtures the emotional, cognitive and social abilities of the students, implementing Responsive Classroom techniques.
Responded to students’ behavior appropriately and successfully.
Engaged parents and families in their student’s learning and acting as an ambassador for the school in the community.
Contributed productively to the school as a whole using technology and other resources.
March 2014-June 2016
Bridges Public Charter School
Washington, DC
Dedicated Aide
●Assisted students with self-care tasks
●Provided one-to-one instructional support for students with disabilities.
●Provided special education services as described in student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Feb. 2013-March 2014
St. Coletta of Greater Washington, Inc.
Washington, DC
Special Education Paraprofessional
●Worked with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills introduced.
●Supervised students outside of the classroom.
●Assisted with classroom management and monitoring of student behavior.
April 2008-Nov. 2010
Liaison Capitol Hill
Washington, DC
PM housekeeper, Laundry Attendant, Assistant to Supervisor
●Cleaned hotel rooms in a timely and efficient manner according to the standards set forth.
●Assisted Supervisor with completing administrative tasks.
●Direct liaison with hotel guests and worked diligently to provide effective customer service to guests.
May 2007-March 2008
Trinity University
Washington, DC
Staff Writer
●Created columns with accurate and up-to-date information regarding student events, club meetings, special guests, financial aid, and class schedules.
●Worked with a team to collaborate creative ways to inform students of campus news and events.
●Edited, upgraded and maintained website of College’s faculty expertise.
March 2006-April 2007
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Washington, DC
Newsletter Writer and Administrative Assistant
●Input monthly events into the database and created monthly newsletters.
●Performed duties including copying, faxing, drafting, correspondence, filing and prepared documents for annual fiscal report.
●Assisted with youth services by planning trips, scheduling activities and tutored youth during after school program.
March 2006-April 2007
Metropolitan Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation
Washington, DC
Marketing Support Specialist
●Co-Facilitated fundraiser development marking agendas.
●Organized the media and press releases through effective management.
●Managed and successfully completed time sensitive deadlines.
July 2004-January 2006
Elise Whitlow Stokes Public Charter School
Washington, DC
Classroom Advisor
●Created lesson plans to meet on scholars’ academic goals.
●Provided a holistic learning experience that promoted success academically and behaviorally.
●Modeled appropriate and high expectations for staff and scholars.