DeSiree Watkins
Conyers
Summary
Caring Teacher with strong communication skills and drive to excite students about learning. Specializing in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve full potential and enjoy learning. Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assist Teacher
Angel's Paradise Higher Learning Academy
Atlanta
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented sign language for early age children
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
LPN Office Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Atlanta
06.2002 - 05.2021
- Recorded patient vital signs and documented medical histories accurately.
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed schedules efficiently.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
Assist Teacher
Bright Horizons
Alpharetta
04.1997 - 09.1999
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional methods.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote student involvement and teamwork.
Assist Center Manager
Angel's Paradise Higher Learning Academy
Atlanta
02.1993 - 03.1997
- Managed daily operations of educational programs for diverse learners.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate classroom coverage and support.
- Developed and implemented engaging curriculum tailored to student needs.
- Oversaw maintenance of safety protocols within the learning environment.
- Facilitated training sessions for teachers on instructional best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and concerns.
- Maintained records of student attendance and performance for reporting purposes.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the center, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, inventory control and customer service.
- Began position as a assistant teacher
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA 09.1999 - 05.2002
Hammond High School
Hammond , INSkills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Curriculum development
- Sign language instruction
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Trained
- Best Practice Award
- Children's Book Award "Oda"
Timeline
Assist Teacher
Angel's Paradise Higher Learning Academy
08.2021 - 01.2023
LPN Office Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
06.2002 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
09.1999 - 05.2002
Assist Teacher
Bright Horizons
04.1997 - 09.1999
Assist Center Manager
Angel's Paradise Higher Learning Academy
02.1993 - 03.1997
Hammond High School