BRANDON FORBISH
Gary,Indiana
Summary
Organized Special Education Paraprofessional successful at providing classroom and emotional structure for special needs children required to flourish in academic setting Coordinates well with classroom teachers with supportive strategies for behavior management and lesson accommodations for students.
Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Higher Institute Of Arts and Technology
01.2023 - Current
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Title I Interventionist Grades 3-5
East Chicago Lighthouse Charter Academy
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Assistant Varsity & JV Offensive & Defensive Coordinator
Thornton Township High School
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepared season's offensive playbook and coordinated offensive players and staff during games.
- Reviewed and analyzed gameplay film with players to identify team's offensive tendencies, as well as opponents' defensive tendencies.
Head Varsity Football Coach
Hansberry College Prep
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Gary Westside High School
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
Title I Interventionist
Aspire Charter Academy
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Determined appropriate interventions and planned support milestones.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives and discuss strategies.
Head Varsity Wrestling Coach
Gary Westside High School
03.2001 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
Head Middle School Football Coach Grades
Lake Ridge Middle School
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Assistant Varsity and Head JV Wrestling Coach
Thornridge High School
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Encouraged proper team conduct on trips and during contests.
- Kept accurate records and reports of lost or stolen equipment.
- Assisted head coach as directed.
- Took inventory and submitted list of equipment needs.
Director of In School Suspension
Gage Park High School
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Oversaw students and monitored behavior during activities.
- Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
- Developed and implemented plans to minimize misbehavior and maximize learning in school of students.
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
Head JV Baseball Coach
Thornridge High School
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Coached players on specific position requirements such as pitching and catching.
- Developed plans for trips to play opposing teams.
- Supervised activities and reacted accordingly to injuries and emergencies, communicating with proper medical staff in critical situations.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
Head Varsity Football Coach
Gage Park High School
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Brought the Football Team Back after a 4 year hiatus
- All-Conference Team for multiple team players.
Head Coach
Joliet Ravens Football and Cheer Organization
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Responsible of 21 Youth between the ages of 9-12
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Created Playbooks & created a safe and educating atmosphere for youth
Head Sophomore Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Assessed individual skills and physical abilities to make appropriate position assignments.
- Scheduled and oversaw robust calendar of practices, special events and conference games.
- Upheld highest standards for maintaining nondiscriminatory practices in player selection.
- Collaborated with administrators to establish framework for player participation and awards.
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2010 - 10.2016
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, and meeting with families.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
Head Coach
Calumet City Chargers Football and Cheer Organization
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Responsible of 30 Youth between the ages of 9-12
- Created Playbooks & created a safe and educating atmosphere for youth
Co-Founder
Calumet City Thunderbolts Youth Football & Cheer Organization
12.2007 - 01.2011
- City Chargers Youth Football Organization - Ages 5-14
- Sat on board as Sergeant of Arms
- Help the Chargers join the Southwest Midget League
- Taught Strong Work Ethics, Sportsmanship values of Integrity, Honor, Respect, Loyalty, Courage, and Teamwork
- Taught the fundamental skills of the game of football.
Education
Associate of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Prairie State College
High School Diploma -
Rich Central High School
Chicago, ILSkills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Student records management
- Title I and Special Education instructor
- Differentiated instruction
- Middle school education
- Elementary education
- Secondary education
- Group and individual instruction
- Problem-Solving
- Individual Education Plans IEPs
- Student Records Management
- Progress Evaluations
- Motivating students
- Lesson Planning
- Skills Development
Certification
ASEP Certified (American Sports Educational Program)
Additional Information
- IHSA – , Illinois High School Association Official Licensed and Recognized 18– Years In Baseball Licensed and Recognized -18 Years In Football Licensed and Registered - 14 Years In Softball Licensed and Registered - 12 Years In Wrestling
Affiliations
IHSA – Illinois High School Association Official Licensed and Recognized:
Baseball
Football
Softball
Wrestling
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Higher Institute Of Arts and Technology
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Varsity & JV Offensive & Defensive Coordinator
Thornton Township High School
06.2022 - 11.2022
Head Varsity Football Coach
Hansberry College Prep
07.2021 - 10.2021
Title I Interventionist Grades 3-5
East Chicago Lighthouse Charter Academy
07.2020 - 12.2022
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Gary Westside High School
07.2020 - 10.2020
Head Middle School Football Coach Grades
Lake Ridge Middle School
07.2019 - 10.2019
Assistant Varsity and Head JV Wrestling Coach
Thornridge High School
11.2018 - 02.2019
Title I Interventionist
Aspire Charter Academy
09.2018 - 06.2020
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2018 - 10.2018
Head JV Baseball Coach
Thornridge High School
02.2018 - 06.2018
Head Varsity Football Coach
Gage Park High School
01.2017 - 10.2017
Director of In School Suspension
Gage Park High School
01.2017 - 10.2018
Head Sophomore Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2016 - 10.2016
Head Coach
Joliet Ravens Football and Cheer Organization
06.2015 - 01.2017
Head Coach
Calumet City Chargers Football and Cheer Organization
08.2011 - 01.2014
Assistant Varsity Football Coach
Thornridge High School
06.2010 - 10.2016
Co-Founder
Calumet City Thunderbolts Youth Football & Cheer Organization
12.2007 - 01.2011
Head Varsity Wrestling Coach
Gary Westside High School
03.2001 - 11.2019
ASEP Certified (American Sports Educational Program)
Associate of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Prairie State College
High School Diploma -
Rich Central High School
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