LaKeisha Weber is an experienced educational leader and training coordinator. She has a Master's in Educational Leadership and has worked as both a science teacher and assistant principal. Currently, she is a Training Coordinator at Tesla where she develops training programs to support production goals. She has strong skills in curriculum development, instructional design, and using learning management systems.

1. LaKeisha S. Weber, M. A.
Phone: (504) 427-1365 | Email: LaKeisha.S.Weber@Gmail.com | Reno, NV | LaKeishaSWeber.wordpress.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and accomplished educationalist and production trainer well versed in the design, development, and
facilitation of innovative learning and training programs in the education and manufacturing sectors. Professional
background reflects ability to manage teams within a range of organizations. Exceptional presentation and
facilitation skills using various methods including face-to-face and learning management systems. Progressive
thinker recognized as an inherent leader and change initiator.
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Curriculum Development
 Educational Leadership
 Classroom and Virtual Learning
 Data-Driven Assessment
 Instructional Design
 Staff Development/Coaching
 Blogging and Podcasts
 Project-Based Learning
 Learning Management Systems
 Scholarly Writing and Research
 Training and Development
 Public Speaking
 Conflict Resolution
 Team Building
 Needs Analysis
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, BlackBoard Learn, IBM SPSS, Moodle, WordPress, Social Media, iMovie, Keynote,
Atlassian Confluence and JIRA, SharePoint Online
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA New Orleans, LA
Master of Arts in Educational Leadership January 2013 – May 2016
Relevant Course Work: Organizational Leadership, Curriculum Progression, Education Law, Research Methods,
Supervision of Instruction, Multicultural Education, Management of Personnel and Finance, Instructional Technology
XAVIER UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA New Orleans, LA
Master of Arts in Teaching January 2011 – December 2012
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY Hammond, LA
Bachelor of Science in Biological Science August 2006 – May 2008
TEACHING CERTIFICATIONS
Louisiana #576082 Educational Leadership Level 1
Louisiana #537466 Biology-Special Education-Reading Specialist-Teacher Leader
Georgia #1625981 Educational Leader 1-Special Education General and Science Curriculum-Biology
EXPERIENCE
TESLA, INC Sparks, NV
Training Coordinator Jan 2018-Present
 Facilitate training to manage and maintain production processes with emphasis on safety, quality and productivity
at Gigafactory 1.
 Partner with Production Management to develop training plans to support M3 battery production goals.
 Train new hires and current associates to uphold the integrity of manufacturing instructions.
 Create, update, and sustain the training matrices for all Production Teams.
 Enforce in-depth understanding of quality requirements and applies continuous improvement strategies on the line.
 Learn new process skills, keeps up to date with the latest revisions of process operations, and administers area
training to allow for employee versatility.
 Audit production areas to ensure that the training requirements are being followed according to the manufacturing
instructions.
 Increase production team effectiveness through internal TTT (train the trainer) and QIS (quality in station) courses.
 Ensure training records are ISO 9001 compliant.
 Track, assign, coordinate and create training reports using a learning management system (LMS) and project
management software.
 Evaluate and continuously improve training methods to increase employee productivity.

2. AMITE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Amite, LA
Assistant Principal July 2017 –Jan 2018
 Manage dual-enrollment, homebound education, and Jump Start Graduation Pathways.
 Model, implement, and assess progressive educational strategies for a staff of over 70 teachers,
paraprofessionals, custodians, paraprofessionals, clerical personnel, and others as assigned.
 Uphold federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy.
 Foster teamwork and collegiality through monthly teacher collaboration meetings.
 Cultivate a supportive school climate conducive for student, teacher, staff, parent, and community success.
 Weigh teacher and staff effectiveness in accordance with Compass and/or the National Institute of Excellence in
Teaching (NIET) evaluation rubrics.
 Use conflict management strategies to create and maintain strong professional working relationships.
 Cultivate a supportive school climate which upholds open communication between teachers, students, parents,
staff, and the community through positive feedback loops.
 Assist principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
 Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs.
 Performs other related duties as required by the building principal; supervise operations in principal’s absence.
LOUISIANA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD Hammond, LA
Unit Supply Specialist (92Y) Aug 2000 – Mar 2018
 Train and mentor lower enlisted soldiers and monitor their work progression towards mission readiness.
 Receive, inspect, inventory, load/unload, store, issue and deliver military supplies and equipment.
 Performing quality control, property management, and repair parts management
 Maintains automated supply system for tracking supplies and equipment.
 Secures and control sensitive military items.
ST. TAMMANY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Slidell, LA
Science Teacher Jun 2015 –July 2017
 Design, develop, and supervise group and individual differentiated instructional programs.
 Generate formative and summative assessments to verify mastery of learning objectives.
 Instruct using various methodologies, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions and hands-on experiences.
 Streamlined the use of a learning management system (Moodle) to support best educational practices.
 Develop the capacity of staff members through teacher mentorship.
STELLA WORLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Westwego, LA
Science Teacher Oct 2014 – Jun 2015
 Counseled and liaised with parents and school/district personnel on the subject of student achievement.
 Collaboratively designed and planned science lessons with staff and teacher leaders.
 Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
SARAH T. REED SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Orleans, LA
Science Teacher/Special Education Department Head Oct 2010 – Jun 2014
 Content Areas: Physical Science, AP Environmental Science, Chemistry, and Biology I & II
 Integrated project-based learning into science curriculum focused on the evolution of 21st century skills.
 Consulted with school leadership regarding the discipline and progress of students with disabilities.
 Lead and managed a team of special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
 Establish professional relationships with educational and community agencies and programs
AWARDS AND PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
 Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges Alumna 2014
 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
 Kappa Delta Phi International Honor Society in Education
 Army Commendation Medal (2013, 2014, & 2015)