ARNOLD J. MAGEE JR.
Antioch,IL
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restorative Intervention Specialist
Connections Day School
01.2017 - Current
- Certified CPI instructor
- Interact with students with various learning and emotional diagnosis’ (ASD, OCD, ODD, ADD and ADHD)
- De-escalation of students in emotional and behavioral crisis
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers and therapists around student social and emotional needs
- Train staff in recognizing social and emotional needs of the students
- Attend meetings and assist in developing IEPs and FBAs
- Train program assistants and RIS in using restorative techniques
- Train staff in developing and using SEL skills
- Facilitate Restorative interventions and help students to explore their SEL needs
- Review with student the end results of their choices
- Support Staff and Students when it comes to using the “Steps” associated with SEL.
WPS Safety Officer
Waukegan Public Schools
11.2009 - Current
- Escorted Students to Dean and Principal’s offices
- Monitored Students in Hallways and Cafeteria
- Performed perimeter checks and ensured students safety before and after school on grounds
- Performed various duties as deemed necessary by school administration and ESS
- De-escalation of students
- Trained to perform District Certified Restraints.
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Connections Academy East
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed students with various Learning and Behavioral diagnosis’ (ASD, OCD, ODD, ADD, and ADHD)
- Certified CPI instructor
- Managed student transportation issues
- Facilitated morning check-in and afternoon dismissal issues
- Redirection and de-escalation of students reporting to BIS office
- Escorted students to BIS
- Stressed Pre-teach concepts associated with the “Circle of Courage”
- Supported staff in the administration of BIS visits and detentions
- Facilitated students during BIS visits and assess their behavioral and sensory needs
- Assisted teachers and staff to understand the nuances of using the “Program”
- Instructed students in how to make the best choices
- Supported students and staff when it comes to using and applying the “Steps” of our “Program”.
Coaching Co-Curricular Activities
Waukegan Public Schools
10.2001 - 01.2016
- Head Freshmen Football Coach, Waukegan High School (August 2011 - 2012)
- Assistant Freshman Football Coach, Waukegan High School (2009 - 2010)
- Girls Basketball Coach, Jack Benny Middle School (2008 - 2009)
- Track Coach, Abbott Middle School (2008)
- Assistant Track Coach, Waukegan High School (2001-2005 and 2011- Present)
- Assistant Track Coach, North Chicago High School (Spring 2008)
- Assistant Track Coach, North Shore Breeze, Zion Illinois (2005 - 2007)
- Assistant Sophomore Football Coach, Waukegan High School (2000 - 2003)
- Youth Football Coach, Zion, Illinois (1994)
- Assistant Football Coach, Deerfield, Illinois, (1989 - 1991) with Leslie Frazier/Mike Singletary.
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
South Campus School
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed student transportation issues
- Facilitated morning check-in and afternoon dismissal issues
- Redirection and de-escalation of students reporting to BIS office
- Escorted students to BIS
- Stressed pre-teach concepts associated with the “Circle of Courage”
- Applied use of approved CPI Holds when necessary
- Supported staff in the administration of BIS visits and detentions
- Facilitated students during BIS visits and assess their behavioral and sensory needs.
Program Assistant
Connections Day School
01.2013 - 02.2014
- 1x1 teachers’ aide
- Was responsible for redirecting students that require additional support
- Assisted students according to their IDP’s with MAP testing
- Assisted with arrival and student checks at the start of the day
- Was responsible for helping students understand the “Circle of Courage”
- Was responsible for deescalating students using CPI techniques
- Acted as back-up for BIS personnel
- Was responsible for pre-teaching to students important terms and proper interactions
- Assisted students to understand course work and assist faculty with grading assignments and making copies and addressing point sheets.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Childhood & Adolescence Disorders
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona11.2020
Skills
- Collaborative Teamwork
- IEP development
- Understanding of special education
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
- ASEP Coaching Certification
- CPI Instructor Certification
- Certified Paraprofessional
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Restorative Intervention Specialist
Connections Day School
01.2017 - Current
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
Connections Academy East
07.2015 - 01.2017
Behavioral Intervention Specialist
South Campus School
02.2014 - 07.2015
Program Assistant
Connections Day School
01.2013 - 02.2014
WPS Safety Officer
Waukegan Public Schools
11.2009 - Current
Coaching Co-Curricular Activities
Waukegan Public Schools
10.2001 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Childhood & Adolescence Disorders
Grand Canyon University
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