BRANDY N. JONES
Chicago
Summary
Action- oriented graduate student studying geography with an emphasis on community development. Currently seeking an opportunity to utilize skills in initiating and developing strategic relationships with government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and industry. Hardworking Substitute Teacher with skills to step into any classroom environment and support student needs with excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, recordkeeping requirements and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Grades papers and homework and records grades for lead teacher.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Teacher
Trinity United Church Of Christ Child Care Center
11.2023 - Current
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Taught basic education principles while complying with IEP and ARD goals.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
ABA Therapist
ABA Midwest
07.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Implemented behavior intervention plans, increasing positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Addressed client needs by implementing behavior intervention plans.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
Substitute Teacher
Great Lakes Academy Charter School
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement presentations.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Autism Behavioral Therapist
Invo Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Exercised confidentiality to protect client diagnosis and treatment in compliance with HIPAA standards and regulations.
- Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans.
- Facilitated support groups, supporting safe and collaborative environments for clients.
- Observed client behavior and collected, documented and summarized data to formulate treatment plans.
- Supported clients in developing coping skills to help patients manage life challenges and difficulties.
- Maintained clean, safe and organized work environment to facilitate therapeutic treatment.
Substitute Teacher
Rose Educators
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance
- Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
Customer Service Representative
ABN AMRO/ LaSalle Bank
04.1999 - 03.2003
- Handled large volume of incoming calls from LaSalle Bank customers regarding their daily banking needs
- Fulfilled request such as bank statement copies, check copies, stop payments, and pervious transactions on customers' accounts
- Resolved product or service problems by clarifying the customer's complaints; determining the cause of the problem; selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem; expediting correction or adjustment; following up to ensure resolution
- Maintained financial accounts by processing customer adjustments
- Recommended potential products or services to customers by collecting customer information and analyzing customer data
- Prepared product or service reports by collecting and analyzing customer information
- Contributed to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Geography/ Community Development
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL12.2021
Bachelor's degree - Arts
Chicago State University
Chicago, Illinois12.2013
Associates degree - Arts
Harold Washington College
Chicago, Illinois05.2009
Skills
- Results-focused
- Technology savvy
- Analytical skills
- Activity planning
- Individualized care
- Compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Collaboration
- Relationship building
- Project planning
- Group Dynamics
- Needs Assessment
Timeline
Childcare Teacher
Trinity United Church Of Christ Child Care Center
11.2023 - Current
ABA Therapist
ABA Midwest
07.2023 - Current
Autism Behavioral Therapist
Invo Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2023
Substitute Teacher
Great Lakes Academy Charter School
05.2022 - 11.2023
Substitute Teacher
Rose Educators
10.2021 - 05.2022
Customer Service Representative
ABN AMRO/ LaSalle Bank
04.1999 - 03.2003
Master of Arts - Geography/ Community Development
Chicago State University
Bachelor's degree - Arts
Chicago State University
Associates degree - Arts
Harold Washington College
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