This document provides a summary of Lakisha Parker's qualifications and experience as an educator specializing in technology and robotics instruction. Over her 20-year career, she has taught thousands of students in classrooms, online courses, and virtual environments. She holds a Master's degree and has received numerous certifications in computer science and engineering. Her experience includes designing technology curriculum and implementing robotics programs for K-12 students.

1. Lakisha Parker
LakishaParker@msn.com
(646) 842-0750
SUMMARY: Providing upstanding education in a positive, creative environment that dramatically increases technological
improvements. Efficiently improving clients training through engaging, adaptive programs and lessons. Implementing innovative
instruction to novice through advanced users in classrooms, auditoriums and virtual environments which improved their productivity
with ease. For over 20 years, taught, instructed and trained thousands of clients in schools, corporations and government sectors.
EDUCATION: MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY- open-courseware online
Design and Development of Educational Technology, 2014
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX - Online
Masters Degree in Information Systems, 3.3 GPA, 2008
THE COLLEGE OF NEW ROCHELLE - New York, NY
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts, 3.4 GPA, 2002
XINCON TECHNOLOGY SCHOOL - New York, NY
Microsoft Certified Engineer Program, 2000
Microsoft Office Professional Program, 1999
A+ Technician Program, 1998
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:
Robotics Instructor, Contracted, Boys and Girls Harbor
New York, NY, 2014 -2014
Devised a plan for middle school students to compete in LEGO Robotics League Competition. Trained and supervised assistant
teachers and counselors. Taught how to design and collaborate during logical creation of robots. Taught technology fundamentals.
Volunteer Robotics Instructor / Mentor, First Robotic League
New York, NY, 2009 - 2014
Interviewed by the Daily News and NY1 in 2010 when team won Regional Championship. Commended by the Yankees in 2010
for mentoring team. Commended on Con-Ed’s web-site in 2010 for involvement in ambassadors program. Gave guidance to over
100 youths. Provided assistance with engineering projects at Columbia University. Worked Columbia Engineering and Mechanics
director to design and collaborate creation of robots.
Freelance Computer Consultant, TyTech
New York, NY, 1999 – 2014
Performs system maintenance and troubleshooting. Assembles and builds complete computer systems. Uses Peachtree, Quick Books
Exchange, and GroupWise. Utilizes programming skills and languages to create web-sites. Utilizes C family, Java, HTML, RUBY
and JavaScript programming languages.
Volunteer Robotics Instructor, PS 34
New York, NY, 2012 - 2013
Proposed, introduced and implemented a Robotics program using curriculum standards to a school principal. Introduced a
hand-on experience of robotic creation to young children. Enlightened children from various aspects of life. Worked with students
to engineer, design and collaborate creation of LEGO robots. Taught kindergarten to second grade children how to use WeDo
and Scratch programming languages.
Instructor, Contracted, St Paul’s School of Nursing
New York, NY, 2011 – 2012
Created lesson plans and course materials. Taught Psychology, Medical Billing, Medisoft, Dentrix, Meditouch, Microsoft
Windows 7 and Office 2010 classes. Resolved issues amongst students. Problem- solved with technology.
Program Coordinator, Contracted, Henry Street Settlement Afterschool Program
New York, NY, 2011-2012
Created after school lessons and rubrics for elementary students. Supervised and provided staff management. Implemented strategies
for fund raising and more than doubled candy sale profit. Organized an office for better efficiency. Generated letters to
organizations for fund raising, staff and parents. Kept records of student and staff information. Provided training to staffers. Created

2. electronic databases that were interactive and easy to use. Utilized technical writing and Adobe Photoshop to update Henry Street
web-site.
Lakisha Parker
Microsoft Office Instructor, Contracted, Research Foundation, CUNY
New York, NY, 2008 – 2009
Taught students in Hunter College how to use Microsoft Office and internet for personal progress, job searches and job functions.
Taught computer programming. Taught ESL students technology in Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Croatian and multiple other
languages. Math was taught through Excel, writing techniques through Word, problem solving techniques through all applications,
history through research projects and science/ technology through research projects. Instructed organization skills, study skills and
note taking techniques. Taught students how to create web pages. Instructed ESL, GED and college level students. Evaluates and
increases student performance. Created syllabi, lessons, rubrics, production manuals and WRAP sheets. Maintained student’s records
and progress. Initiated assistance to instructors of other classes and supervised two classes at once. Trained over 30 individuals in
most classes and taught multiple classes during the day. Taught updated general interview strategies and also catered to students
vocations.
Technology Instructor, PSCH
New York, NY, 2005- 2006
Organized conferences, seminars and webinars at over 31 sites. Managed staff in the production of conference material, learning
material, creation of office forms and presentations. Hosted audiences of over 300 individuals. Collaborated with the MIS Director
and Upper-Management. Utilized CRM skills in order to generate new students and tripled prior student attendance. Assisted network
specialist and programmer on a daily basis. Worked with the IT team on projects. Travelled 100% sites and multiple departments
daily. Created small programs in order to teach staff. Set up and used shadowing sessions using Windows XP, Novell Netware or
Citrix. Troubleshoot, configured and repaired terminals and Dell desktop computers. Managed and maintained Server Backup System
tapes. Provided remote lessons or e-learning lessons. Learned PSCH’s proprietary programs to teach. Taught staff skills necessary
improve work efficiency. Implemented new procedures for our new programs. Assisted in generation of Company Newsletters. Used
VISIO to create diagrams. Used MS Project and utilized project management techniques while working on various teams. Performed
mass mail merge and program merge for customized correspondence using Word, Excel and Outlook. Worked closely with the
assistant director and gave assistance for projects. Created what’s New training and support curriculum for Windows XP
software migration. Provided logical migration of files, information and data from Lotus Notes Email to Microsoft Outlook.
Installed Operating systems and Programs. Conducted system repair. Provided desktop support for in- house software and entire
computer systems. Worked at help-desk for network, hardware, software and communication support. Assisted with network and
server maintenance. Created and binded instructional books about in-house software. Developed software programs
specifically for Human Resource and Accounting departments.
Computer Instructor, Contracted, BBCS (Human Resource Administration)
New York, NY, 2003 – 2005
Developed an interactive student attendance program using Visual Basic for Applications. The attendance program was used as
a model for all educational sites and uploaded to the web-site for other educators. Proposed, designed and implemented a new class
structure which incorporated new pre-employment workshops. Organized Job Readiness workshops. Remodeled classroom
program. Managed Teachers Assistant and Teachers Aide. Facility members were taught. Launched and managed a pre-
employment project. Researched material for courses. Taught classes in Microsoft Office to WeCare and PRIDE students and staff.
Instruction was provided for at least 90 individuals per week. Computer skills of over 450 individuals were increased. Increased
computer class registration from 8-11 students per class to maximum seating (31 students per class). Improved student
compliance and increased attendance from below 60% up to 97%. Created simple step by step lessons which made learning easier.
Supplied current computer training material which increased learning and learning retention. Created production manuals.
Responsible for developing all instructional training materials.
Group Leader, Contracted, University Settlement Afterschool Program
New York, NY, 2001 – 2003
Managed counselors. Provided lessons and lesson plans for elementary and middle school students. Organized activities for youth.
Guided and motivated students. Supervised other staff members. Interacted with teachers for student updates. Collaborated with
teachers to increase student performance.
Computer Instructor, Contracted, Middle School 52 Afterschool Program
New York, NY, 2000-2001

3. Nearly doubled classroom attendance in most classes. Created challenging projects. Increased classroom productivity with limited
computers, supplies and programs. Instructed students to manipulate various programs independently. Supervised and trained staff
such as Teachers, Teacher Assistants and Counselors.