Kawana Willis
Lawrenceville
Summary
Well-qualified and resilient professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fourth Grade Interrelated Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by implementing innovative teaching strategies and incorporating real-world examples.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans which included hands-on activities, resulting in increased student engagement and retention.
- Enhanced student performance through regular assessments, personalized feedback, and tailored instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, leading to a more effective learning environment for all students.
- Promoted a positive classroom culture by establishing clear expectations and fostering strong relationships with students and their families.
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County School System/Corley Elementary
07.2022 - Current
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Increased academic skills of students with moderate to severe learning difficulties.
- Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools/John Lewis Elementary
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County/Central Gwinnett High School
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
02.2008 - 08.2018
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students
- Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Leasing Consultant
Davis Development Company
05.2012 - 11.2013
- Helped clients find leases to suit needs such as handicapped access, pet-friendly locations and one-story configurations
- Verified tenant incomes and other information before accepting lease applications
- Marketed diverse properties to prospective clients and consistently exceeded target closing rates
- Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZBachelor of Science - Marketing
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- Detail Oriented Strategic Thinker
- Application Review and Document Analysis
- Marketing and Sales
- Account management
- Relationship Building and Customer service skills
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Adaptable and Professional
- Contract Negotiation
- Collaborative Team Player
- Training and Education
- Document Preparation and Records Management
Certification
12-2010
Certified GPSC Special Education Teacher
Timeline
Fourth Grade Interrelated Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County School System/Corley Elementary
07.2022 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools/John Lewis Elementary
08.2019 - 07.2022
Special Education Teacher
Gwinnett County/Central Gwinnett High School
08.2018 - 08.2019
Leasing Consultant
Davis Development Company
05.2012 - 11.2013
Special Education Teacher
Dekalb County Schools
02.2008 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Special Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
University of New Orleans
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