Marguerite Howard
Tunica,MS
Summary
Student-centered Educator with expertise in Business Administration. Offers 10+ year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSTRUCTOR
Desoto County School District
06.2023 - Current
- Develops syllabi, lesson plans and curricula in accordance with district policies and guidelines general and accelerated Science courses
- Provide online instructions for science courses with assignments and projects furthering understanding of science technology
- Prepares and administers assignments, tests, and exams utilizing e-learning platform for over 100 students
- Creates appropriate assignments encouraging learning, communication skill development, and higher order thinking
- Maintains accurate records of students’ academic standing and promptly provides final grades, attendance, and other information required by administration
- Assigning projects, assignments and tests to evaluate students’ skills and knowledge
- Provides academic advisement to students
- Engages in professional development in support of student learning
- Collaborating with administrators and department team members to analyze district-level assessment methods
- Strong written and verbal communication skills demonstrated by regular communication with students, parents, department team and administrators
- Assist in development of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs
- Cultivates positive and supportive learning environment.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
INSTRUCTOR
Desoto County School District
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and curricula in accordance with district policies and guidelines
- Monitored and assessed student performance and progress for approximately 150 students yearly
- Taught students in classroom and online, managing students’ work output, behavior, and social development
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing wide range of classroom technology and instructional approaches
- Evaluated student performance and course content to facilitate classroom discussions and student learning
- Ensured students met educational standards and school performance goals for respective grade level
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Maintained relationships with parents and guardians informing them of students’ progress
- Collaborated with other instructors, administrators, and faculty members to provide individualized support for each student on regular basis
- Demonstrated leadership through committee assignments, peer review, campus activities, and professional development
INSTRUCTOR
Hernando Middle School
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and curricula in accordance with district policies and guidelines
- Monitor and assess student performance and progress for over 100 students
- Taught students in classroom and online settings, managing students’ work output, behavior, and social development
- Enhanced student learning by utilizing wide range of classroom technology and instructional approaches
- Identified opportunities for improvements and developed new processes and systems affiliated with school’s Alternative Learning Center
- Designed re-teach methods that enabled students to identify areas needing more academic support
- Implemented student-centered curricula promoting student interest and receptive learning
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Collaborated with administrators and team members to review data and develop instructional strategies enhancing student learning
- Communicated frequently with parents to promote optimal student learning environment
- Planned, implemented, and assessed classroom instructional methods consistent with Mississippi School District regulations.
SPECIAL AGENT
U.S. Department of Treasury
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Completed daily cash functions including account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and banking reconciliations
- Conducted technical and analytical review of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions
- Oversaw instruction of over 70 accounting students at University of Memphis with financial crime mock scenarios using variety of forensic accounting techniques
- Developed and maintained relationships with local colleges and universities participating at collegiate career fairs
- Expert in writing arguments outlining claims with clear justification and relevant evidence to include investigative reports, legal briefs, memorandums, and other court related documents
- Fostered and maintained excellent work relationships by partnering with local colleges, businesses, and community organizations.
Career Technical Instructor
Jackson Public School District
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Instructed over 150 students using standards-aligned resources, tools needed teaching students to think critically
- Prepared lesson plans aligned with Mississippi state standards, while promoting self-awareness, career exploration, and planning related to future educational and career goals
- Created problem solving and analytical thinking activities while students simulated mock workplace situations
- Provided counseling and career development expertise and assistance to over 300 students.
- Enhanced student employability by focusing on in-demand skills and providing practical exercises that simulated real-world work situations.
- Evaluated student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
FIXED ASSET ACCOUNTANT
International Business Machines (IBM)
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Technical and operational analysis of capital spending, budgeting, and tracking using advanced accounting application modules, Capital Tracking Facility and Ledger Systems
- Analysis and interpretation of complex data identification of issues and development of alternate courses of action with recommended solutions
- Successful investigation and re-engineering of data flows and processes
- Creation of value added processes to maintain accurate accounts of expenses.
- Supported budgeting efforts by providing detailed reports on fixed asset additions, disposals, and transfers.
Education
Teaching Certification License -
Teach Mississippi Institute
Oxford, MSMaster of Science in Business Administration (MBA) -
JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Jackson, MSBachelor of Science in Accounting -
JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Jackson, MSSkills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Class Instruction
- Understanding of learning styles
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Management
- Online Teaching Experience
- Collaborative Team Player
Specialized Certification
- IRS-Enrolled Agent
- Highly Qualified Educator
- Certified Classroom Management Instructor
- Certified Instructor for Mississippi Virtual/ Online Education
- Certified Business Administration, English, Economics, and Biology Instructor
Additional Career History
- U.S. Department of Treasury, SPECIAL AGENT, Memphis, TN, 2002 - 2017, Completed daily cash functions including account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, and banking reconciliations, Conducted technical and analytical review of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions, Oversaw instruction of over 70 accounting students at University of Memphis with financial crime mock scenarios using variety of forensic accounting techniques, Developed and maintained relationships with local colleges and universities participating at collegiate career fairs, Expert in writing arguments outlining claims with clear justification and relevant evidence to include investigative reports, legal briefs, memorandums, and other court related documents, Fostered and maintained excellent work relationships by partnering with local colleges, businesses, and community organizations
- Jackson Public School District, CAREER TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR, Jackson, MS, 1999 - 2002, Instructed over 150 students using standards-aligned resources, tools needed teaching students to think critically, Prepared lesson plans aligned with Mississippi state standards, while promoting self-awareness, career exploration, and planning related to future educational and career goals, Created problem solving and analytical thinking activities while students simulated mock workplace situations, Provided counseling and career development expertise and assistance to over 300 students
- International Business Machines (IBM), FIXED ASSET ACCOUNTANT, Raleigh, NC, 1997 - 1999, Technical and operational analysis of capital spending, budgeting, and tracking using advanced accounting application modules, Capital Tracking Facility and Ledger Systems, Analysis and interpretation of complex data identification of issues and development of alternate courses of action with recommended solutions, Successful investigation and re-engineering of data flows and processes, Creation of value added processes to maintain accurate accounts of expenses
Certification
Highly Qualified Educator
Classroom Management Certification
Mississippi Virtual/ Online Education Certification
Certified to Teach Business Admin, Economics, and English
References
Byron Williams - Telephone Contact (662) 349-6660; Email Address Byron.Williams@dcsms.org
Kronskie Spears - Telephone Contact (901) 361-3307; Email Address Kronskie.Spears@dcsms.org
Tiffany Robinson - Telephone Contact (901) 848-7095; Email Address Tiffany.Robinson@ci.irs.gov
Timeline
INSTRUCTOR
Desoto County School District
06.2023 - Current
INSTRUCTOR
Desoto County School District
06.2020 - 06.2023
INSTRUCTOR
Hernando Middle School
02.2019 - 06.2020
SPECIAL AGENT
U.S. Department of Treasury
01.2002 - 01.2017
Career Technical Instructor
Jackson Public School District
01.1999 - 01.2002
FIXED ASSET ACCOUNTANT
International Business Machines (IBM)
01.1997 - 01.1999
Teaching Certification License -
Teach Mississippi Institute
Master of Science in Business Administration (MBA) -
JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
Highly Qualified Educator
Classroom Management Certification
Mississippi Virtual/ Online Education Certification
Certified to Teach Business Admin, Economics, and English
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