Highly experienced Educator with over 13 years in field. Proven skills in verbal and written communication and problem-solving combined with unsurpassed work ethic, proactive mindset and detail-oriented approach.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Provided data analysis for 35 students to administration.
Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Provided life skills programming for students with moderate to severe autism.
Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Designed and implemented point system to encourage positive behavior.
Communicated non verbally with children to provide comfort, encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Curriculum Resource Teacher
Charter Schools USA
07.2017 - 06.2021
Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
Quickly adapted training plans for administrators, teachers, and students needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
Developed individualized plans to administrators to reach goals within predetermined timelines.
Interviewed and hired over 20 talented staff to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
Mentored over 50 new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
Employed job analysis in accordance with principles of instructional design to create effective training programs.
Assessed teacher/staff needs to develop effective training plans.
Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
General Education Teacher
Escambia Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2017
Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps for 25 students.
Recommended curriculum choices and created lesson plans to maximize effectiveness of instruction.
Mentored students one-on-one to help those struggling or develop special talents.
Organized inventory and equipment for learning purposes.
Created and administered training calendar.
Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
Stayed abreast of latest changes in field by completing training courses and attending conferences.
Updated class and student documentation for record keeping purposes.
Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
General Education Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
11.2012 - 06.2014
Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs for 5 programs.
Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
General Education Teacher/Recruiter
Charter Schools USA
08.2010 - 11.2012
Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments for over 100 applicants.
Followed up with over 100 notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
Verified applicant references and employment details.
Developed and deepened relationships with college campus representatives to meet with graduating seniors for recruitment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Business
Lee University
Cleveland, TN
12.2007
Skills
Online training experience
Customer Service Training
Classroom expertise
Employee coaching
Google Docs
Microsoft 365
Data analysis
Recruiting
Feedback collection
Schedule Management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Curriculum Resource Teacher
Charter Schools USA
07.2017 - 06.2021
General Education Teacher
Escambia Public Schools
07.2014 - 06.2017
General Education Teacher
Duval County Public Schools
11.2012 - 06.2014
General Education Teacher/Recruiter
Charter Schools USA
08.2010 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Business
Lee University
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