Lakesha Miller
About Lakesha Miller
Lakesha Miller is a Professional Development Implementation Support Specialist at Great Minds and an Education Program Consultant at the Louisiana Department of Education, both roles she has held since 2019. With over 20 years of experience in education, she specializes in empowering educational communities to improve student outcomes through high-yield strategies.
Work at Great Minds
Lakesha Miller has been serving as a Professional Development Implementation Support Specialist at Great Minds since 2019. In this role, she focuses on empowering educational communities by implementing high-yield strategies aimed at improving student outcomes. Her work involves providing training and support to educators, ensuring they have the necessary tools to enhance their teaching practices.
Current Role at Louisiana Department of Education
Since 2016, Lakesha Miller has held the position of Educational Consultant at the Louisiana Department of Education. In this capacity, she works within the Office of School Improvement, where she has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing educational practices across the state. Her expertise in K-12 education and staff development informs her approach to supporting schools and educators.
Education and Expertise
Lakesha Miller has a diverse educational background. She studied at Louisiana College, focusing on Elementary Education and Teaching. She also holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Administration and Supervision from Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College. Currently, she is pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and is enrolled in the Harvard Graduate School of Education's School Turnaround Leader program.
Professional Experience
With over 20 years of experience in education, Lakesha Miller has developed a strong foundation in teaching, leading, and providing coaching. Her skills include Root Cause Analysis and Best Practices research, which she utilizes to build sustainable capacity among teachers and leaders. Lakesha's experience spans various educational levels, allowing her to foster positive growth and culture within educational organizations.