Honor Society® member
Tashalyn Oneil-Harris
Elementary Language Arts Specialist at Alief ISD
- Lamar University
- Educational Leadership
- Class of 2017
- Houston, Texas
Member since June 2016
About
I am a graduate student at Lamar University. I enrolled in the program in the fall of 2015. I thoroughly enjoy learning and broadening my understanding of leadership and hope to become a impactful leader of students in the local community of Houston, Texas. As a product of an impoverished community, I understand the influence that a teacher can have on a student who doesn't see a way out. Though I can and have made a difference in the classroom, I believe that so many more lives could be changed as a building leader.
Education
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Prairie View A & M University
Interdisciplinary Studies
2000 – 2007
Honors and awards
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Kappa Delta Pi
Kappa Delta Pi is a honor society for educators nation wide. Students who excel in the fielf of education are selected to become a part of this great organization and network with other leaders in the field.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
I intend on becoming an assistant principal within the next 2 years. A long-term goal would be to eventually become a principal of a local Title 1 school within my community.
- Graduate school interests
I most enjoyed the practicum activities that allow me to experience many responsibilities of a school principal. The most interesting course that I've completed was on School Law. I realized that there was so much about school law that I was misinformed or uninformed about. As a graduate student I have also enjoyed the suggested readings that broaden my understanding of the expectations of a campus leader.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy spending time with my family most. Quality time spent at home or traveling is what interest me most. I also enjoy reading professional text as well as for entertainment. I am also a member of the Zumba club in my community and feel exhilarated after a session of dancing and fun. Playing or teaching music is something else that brings me comfort and is a huge stress reliever.
Experience
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Elementary Language Arts Specialist
Alief ISD
Aug 2014 – Aug 2016
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Elementary ESL Teacher 4th Grade
Alief ISD
Aug 2013 – Aug 2014
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Elementary ESL Teacher 3rd Grade
Alief ISD
Aug 2012 – Aug 2013
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Elementary ESL Teacher 2nd Grade
Alief ISD
Nov 2007 – Aug 2012
Volunteering
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Music Instructor
Lone Star Choppaz
Nov 2004 – Jul 2016
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
Additional information
Organizations
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorportated
