HARREKA M. SMITH
Hampton,GA
Summary
Compassionate Education Professional experienced in supporting young children, families, and educational communities. Achieved positive developmental outcomes through individualized learning strategies, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and evidence-based practices. Focused on fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing curriculum development while pursuing advanced studies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRE-K Lead Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
Jonesboro, GA
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Georgia Pre-K standards.
- Monitored student developmental milestones and academic progress through formal and informal assessments, ensuring tailored support for individual learning needs.
- Monitor student developmental milestones and academic progress through formal and informal assessments.
- Collaborated with families, support staff, specialists, and administrators to create a comprehensive support network that enhanced student growth.
- Foster social-emotional development through positive behavior supports and relationship-based teaching.
- Utilized evidence-based instructional practices to engage students and promote developmental outcomes, leading to improved learning experiences.
- Maintain detailed student records, progress reports, and compliance documentation.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings regarding student interventions and support services.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff to enhance instructional strategies.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering skills in classroom management and student engagement.
- Analyzed student performance data to drive instructional improvements and interventions.
- Collaborated with parents and community stakeholders to support student achievement initiatives.
- Established a positive learning environment that promoted student success and well-being.
Kindergarten Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
Jonesboro, GA
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Delivered differentiated instruction that enhanced academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
- Delivered differentiated instruction to support academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.
- Provided targeted support for students needing behavioral and academic interventions, fostering their growth.
- Collaborated with parents and educational teams to develop individualized support strategies.
- Documented student progress and intervention outcomes to inform instructional practices and support student success.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promote early literacy and numeracy skills.
Administrative Operations Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2011 - 08.2022
- Coordinated educational services and support programs for students and families.
- Managed confidential student records and educational documentation.
- Assisted in implementing programs, preparing reports, and communicating with stakeholders to support educational initiatives.
- Coordinated educational services and support programs, enhancing resources for students and families.
- Maintained compliance with district, state, and federal educational requirements, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Coordinated logistics for transportation services, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with safety regulations.
Program Support Associate
Google
Atlanta, GA
07.2009 - 08.2011
- Supported educational initiatives and training programs to enhance project implementation.
- Assisted with data tracking and documentation management to improve stakeholder communications.
- Coordinated projects and maintained reporting systems to ensure timely progress updates.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to support organizational goals.
- Developed training materials for onboarding new support staff, improving knowledge retention.
- Coordinated cross-functional communication to resolve technical issues efficiently.
Healthcare Operations Specialist
Piedmont Healthcare
Stockbridge, GA
05.2006 - 07.2009
- Coordinated patient support services to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support quality outcomes.
- Assisted families in navigating healthcare resources and support systems to enhance access to care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve quality outcomes in patient care.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Developed training materials to onboard new staff, ensuring consistency in operational procedures.
- Led initiatives to improve patient care delivery through effective resource management.
Customer Support Specialist
Wellstar Health System
Georgia
01.2004 - 06.2006
- Coordinated customer support for patients and families, ensuring timely access to services.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Facilitated scheduling and communication for support services, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient experience and service delivery.
- Trained new staff on customer support protocols and system navigation to ensure seamless onboarding.
Administrative Assistant
Georgia Medical Institute
Jonesboro, GA
08.2002 - 01.2004
- Managed office operations, including scheduling, reporting, and records management to ensure smooth daily functions.
- Coordinated communications and provided administrative support to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Maintained confidential documentation and organized records to safeguard sensitive information.
- Developed and maintained filing systems to ensure easy access to documents.
- Managed scheduling and calendar appointments for multiple executives.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota07-2026
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) - Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota05-2025
Master of Early Childhood Education - Elementary Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Clinton, Iowa11-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
Clinton, Iowa08-2009
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Special education
- Teacher training
- Curriculum development
- Educational Assessment Platforms
- Learning Management Systems
- Lesson design
- Curricular activities
- Parent communication
- Parent collaboration
- Child development
- Group instruction
- Parent engagement
- Health and safety
- Instructional strategies
- Student engagement
- IEP support
- Standards development
- Staff development
- Educational leadership
- Data reporting systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Zoom & Virtual Learning Platforms
- Smart Classroom technology
- Student records management
- Activity planning
- Conflict resolution
- Direct instruction
- Performance evaluation
- Student engagement
- Curricula design
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent engagement
Accomplishments
- More than 20 years serving children, families, and educational communities.
- Extensive experience supporting early childhood learners and school readiness initiatives.
- Demonstrated success building strong family-school partnerships.
- Skilled in utilizing data to drive instructional and intervention decisions.
- Strong background in child development, behavioral support, and individualized instruction.
- Committed to fostering positive developmental outcomes for all learners.
Certification
- Alabama Professional Educator Certificate
- Minnesota Professional Educator License
- Early Childhood Education Certification
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
- Microsoft Office Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training
- CPR/First Aid Certification (if applicable)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PRE-K Lead Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
07.2024 - 06.2026
Kindergarten Teacher
Clayton County Public Schools
08.2022 - 07.2024
Administrative Operations Coordinator
Atlanta Public Schools
07.2011 - 08.2022
Program Support Associate
Google
07.2009 - 08.2011
Healthcare Operations Specialist
Piedmont Healthcare
05.2006 - 07.2009
Customer Support Specialist
Wellstar Health System
01.2004 - 06.2006
Administrative Assistant
Georgia Medical Institute
08.2002 - 01.2004
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) - Education
Walden University
Master of Early Childhood Education - Elementary Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Educational Leadership
Walden University
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Early Childhood Development
- Child Growth & Development
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Behavioral Intervention Support
- Positive Behavior Supports
- Family Training & Engagement
- Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Classroom Management
- Developmental Screening
- Early Intervention Support
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Special Needs Education
- Educational Leadership
- Student Success Initiatives
- Program Development
- Team Collaboration
- Compliance & Documentation
- Educational Technology
- Child-Centered Instruction