Lansing USD469 Employee Spotlight: Joell Pierre, Paraprofessional/Coach
Our "Employee Spotlight" series aims to showcase the unique personalities, talents, and stories that contribute to the success of our district. This section celebrates the incredible individuals who make our Lansing USD469 community thrive.
Joell Pierre, Paraprofessional/Coach
Question: How long have you worked for Lansing USD469?
Answer: 1 year
Question: Can you tell us a bit about yourself and the role you have within the school district?
Answer: I am a senior at the University of North Alabama where I am majoring in business management. I look forward to getting my masters in Educational Administration, so that I can become a vice principal or principal of school at some point. My role within the school is to help out where some students may need a little bit of support in the classroom, to assure that they keep up with the rest of the class.
Question: What do you enjoy most about your role and the work you do in the school district?
Answer: What I enjoy most about the role is being able to have a life-lasting impact on the students in a positive way to show and teach them things that they may not learn otherwise.
Question: What is something unusual about you that most people don't know?
Answer: I have never broken a bone.
Question: Could you share a particularly heartwarming or memorable experience you've had while working with students or colleagues?
Answer: Walking into the lunchroom and hearing a majority of students say "Hey, coach Pierre! Come here," and want to talk to me and tell me about their day.
Question: When you're not working, what hobbies or activities do you enjoy?
Answer: I enjoy playing and watching sports(basketball, football, soccer , rugby,), and I also enjoy playing video games.
Question: What piece of advice would you like to offer to students to help them succeed and make the most of their educational journey?
Answer: One piece of advice I would offer to students to help them succeed and make the most of their educational journey is to stay organized and manage their time effectively. By creating a schedule and setting goals, students can prioritize their tasks and ensure they have enough time for studying, attending classes, completing assignments, and participating in extracurricular activities. Additionally, staying organized by keeping track of deadlines, maintaining a neat study space, and using tools like planners or digital calendars can help students stay on top of their work and reduce stress. Time management and organization skills are crucial for academic success and can also help students develop valuable life skills for the future.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Positive Culture - Develop incentives to assist in recruitment/retention of all staff.