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Brandy M. Foggie

Phoenix

Summary

Seeking full-time or part-time role that leverages communication and collaboration skills to drive organizational success

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Instructional Lead Teacher

Airzona Autism Chater School
10.2020 - Current
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
  • Facilitated peer-to-peer learning opportunities within the classroom environment increasing collaboration among students and deepening understanding of material.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.

Behavioral Health Specialist

Desert Choice School
07.2016 - 05.2019
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic listening and non-judgmental communication, fostering stronger therapeutic alliances.
  • Implemented cognitive-behavioral techniques to address negative thought patterns and promote healthier thinking habits among clients.
  • Used IEP PRO to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support and safety for affected individuals.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing topics such as coping skills, stress management, and relapse prevention, fostering a supportive environment for participants.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices and enhance clinical skills.
  • Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations, and rewarding good behavior.
  • Worked closely with families to provide education about mental health conditions and promote understanding of treatment strategies, strengthening family relationships and support systems.

Teacher Assent

Delta T Group
09.2012 - 05.2016
  • Prepared lesson materials tailored to individual student needs.
  • Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and case workers.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Redirected student behaviors to maintain classroom discipline.
  • Participate in PLC meetings
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Customer Service Rep

Mane Elementz
02.2012 - 11.2012
  • Attract potential customers by answering product questions
  • Maintains customer records by updating account
  • Prepares product or service reports by collecting clients information

Home Health Aid

Aspen Nursing Service
03.2007 - 07.2007
  • Assist patients by providing personal service, such as bathing, dressing and grooming
  • Recording patient information by entries in patients journal notifying any changes
  • Following prescribed dietary and nutrition standards

Intake Specialist

Friends of The Homeless
08.2001 - 06.2003
  • Evaluations and plans of care in addition to perform telephonic follow-ups
  • Communicate in writing or phone with client agents, family ext. of eligibility and regiments
  • Monitor all follow-ups or plans of care need based on plan

Education

High School Diploma -

Marion Franklyn High School
Columbus, Oh
01.2001

STNA - undefined

Columbus Public School
Columbus, OH
08.2005

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Classroom instruction
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Student engagement
  • Mathematics instruction
  • IEP support
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Special needs students
  • Social-emotional learning training

Accomplishments

  • Won “Teacher of the Month” award at Arizona Autism CharterSchool in 2023.
  • Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses. Developed innovative semester lesson plans and practical application exercises for classroom, reversing scores on Physical Science tests from 65% average to 87% average.
  • Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.

Certification

  • Certificate of Completion
  • 11/2011 to 2013 International School of Hair Design Phoenix, Az
  • 12/30/15 to 12/2016 Crisis Prevention and Intervention Phoenix, Az
  • 9/6/14 to 9/2016 CPR and First Aid Phoenix, AZ
  • 03/29/2024 Food Handlers
  • 07/2024-Current QBS / Crisis Prevention and Intervention
  • 06/2023-Current First -Aid/ CPR
  • Enrolled at Autism Partnership Foundation /RBT Certification

Timeline

Instructional Lead Teacher

Airzona Autism Chater School
10.2020 - Current

Behavioral Health Specialist

Desert Choice School
07.2016 - 05.2019

Teacher Assent

Delta T Group
09.2012 - 05.2016

Customer Service Rep

Mane Elementz
02.2012 - 11.2012

Home Health Aid

Aspen Nursing Service
03.2007 - 07.2007

Intake Specialist

Friends of The Homeless
08.2001 - 06.2003

STNA - undefined

Columbus Public School

High School Diploma -

Marion Franklyn High School
Brandy M. Foggie