Loukisha Walker

                                     LO UK ISHA WALK ER
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    CAREER OBJECTIVE                                                                        CONTACT

    In addition to my expertise in leadership development, I possess                               (

    communication and interpersonal skills that enable me to collaborate
    effectively with individuals at all levels. I am adept at building
    relationships, fostering teamwork, and inspiring others to reach their
    full potential. My strong problem-solving abilities, strategic mindset,
    and data-driven approach allow me to identify areas of improvement
    and implement targeted interventions to drive organizational growth.


    SKILLS

         Organizational Leadership                Mentoring
         Staff Development                        Team Collaboration

         Process Improvement                      Performance Improvement
         Program Implementation                   Group and Individual
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    EXPERIENCE

    Principal
    JUL 2013 - PRESENT | DeKalb County School District (Dr. Ronald E. McNair High School), Stone Mountain, GA

         Successfully manages and leads a team of 100+ administrators, teachers, and support staff in the development and
         implementation of school policies and procedures.
         Facilitates, designs and implements programs and scheduling to meet student needs.
         Develops positive and collaborative relationships with families and other stakeholders.
         Creates an effective system for collecting, monitoring and analyzing student data that improves school-wide
         performance.
         Leads instructional programs that promote high expectations and access to rigorous and relevant learning.
         Provides timely and constructive feedback on classroom instruction to develop teacher practice.
         Foster team spirit to build staff morale to help drive improved student performance.
         Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with multiple community partners to increase access to
         resources for teachers, students and families.
     Ensures compliance with state and district education regulations while implementing best practices from current
     research findings.
     Develops strategic plans for improving academic achievement among all student groups by coaching and
     collaborating with academic and support personnel.
     Manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines set by district personnel.
     Manages conflict constructively to foster a positive learning environment.
     Provides instructional leadership through professional development sessions, classroom observations, and teacher
     feedback.
     Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills by resolving conflicts between faculty members, parents, and students in
     a timely manner.
     Utilizes data-driven decision-making methods to identify areas of improvement within the school environment.
     Engages in ongoing collaboration with teachers to develop meaningful instruction plans tailored to meet individual
     learner needs.
     Analyzes student performance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in instructional programs and curriculum.
     Develops, applies and monitor outcomes of Comprehensive School Improvement Plan.

Assistant Principal
JUL 2006 - JUL 2013 | DeKalb County School District

     Provided leadership in the implementation of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.
     Facilitated collaboration among staff members to foster a positive learning environment for students.
     Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
     Coordinated use of campus facilities for organizing regular activities and special events.
     Maintained accurate records of student attendance data and other relevant information related to student progress.
     Oversaw daily operations of the school including scheduling classes, activities; maintaining order in hallways,
     classrooms; monitoring lunchroom behavior; supervising afterschool activities.
     Analyzed test data from various assessments used by the school system to assess student progress.
     Relayed operational progress to principal for raising concerns and reporting successes.
     Provided support services for at-risk students including counseling referrals and academic intervention plans.

Math Teacher
JUL 1998 - JUL 2006 | DeKalb County School District, Stone Mountain, GA

     Engaged parents in the education process by providing regular updates on student progress.
     Ensured compliance with state educational standards for mathematics courses.
     Employed differentiated instruction techniques such as cooperative learning groups or project-based learning
     activities.
     Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
     Attended professional development workshops related to mathematics education standards.
     Assessed student performance through both formal and informal methods.
     Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
     Fostered a positive classroom environment by encouraging active participation from students.
    EDUCATION

    Doctor of Education (Ed.D) in Organizational Leadership
    MAY 2016 | Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Educational Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction Management w/ Administration
    OCT 2004 | Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Master of Science (M.S.) in Management and Administration Educational Programs
    AUG 2003 | Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Education - Mathematics
    JUN 1998 | Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA, US


    CERTIFICATIONS

         L-7 Educational Leadership                                     T-7 Mathematics


    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    -Coaches, mentors and trains emerging leaders for career advancement
    -Facilitated a GADOE webinar on "Implementing an Effective Data Analysis Protocol"
    -Conducted Professional Learning session for DCSD principals
    -Region VII Principal of the Year 2019-20




    REFERENCES

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    References available upon request