Brett Howell
Portland,ME
Summary
My name is Brett Howell. I have spent the last 9 years working in education with children in pre-school, elementary school and middle school (Pre-K-8th). My experience includes many years of working as a lead teacher in a before and after care environment as well as working in special education providing behavioral and academic support services to students with IEPs in the public school setting. My long term goal is to be a teacher in the public schools.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Ed Tech III - Breathe Program
Longfellow Elementary School
Portland, ME
10.2023 - 01.2025
- BREATHE is a program with classrooms at various schools in the Portland Public Schools district.
- This program provides specialized services and support to students with IEPs in the Portland Public Schools.
- Responsibilities of a Breathe Ed Tech include helping to support special education students in the PPS. Breathe focuses on behavioral and academic support for students in the designated Breathe classroom as well as in the general education setting.
School Age Care Teacher
First Lutheran Children's Programs
Portland, ME
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Worked in a full time role as a staff member for First Lutheran's before and after school program. Worked collaboratively with a small team of 4-6 other staff members, on average.
- Led a large group of 30-40 students daily. Students enrolled in the program ranged from K-5th grade.
- Tasked with effectively implementing and upholding standard program rules and procedures and state licensing regulations. Daily schedule includes various teacher-led activities and projects (Active games, arts & crafts, science, etc.) as well as supervising large groups in a free play environment.
- Tasked with planning and preparing daily schedule and activities.
- Provided guidance and support in helping students develop social skills, problem-solving abilities, and self-management techniques.
- Monitored classroom environment to ensure a safe, positive atmosphere.
- Formed strong and effective relationships and connections with the students and parents of the program.
- Extremely effective in communication and problem solving. Always positive, respectful, supportive and encouraging in interactions with the students of the program.
Summer Day Camp Counselor
First Lutheran Children's Programs
Portland, ME
06.2015 - 08.2021
- Supervised campers and ensured their safety while participating in activities.
- Instructed campers on how to use equipment safely.
- Enforced rules and regulations related to camper conduct.
- Organized and led recreational activities, such as sports, arts and crafts, music, and field trips.
- Fun and stable presence for the parents and kids of the program.
- Gained experience over this time working with age groups that ranged from kindergarten all the way up through 8th grade.
Youth & Family Ministry Coordinator
First Lutheran Church
Portland , ME
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Organized and led youth group gatherings for First Lutheran Church
- Organized fundraising and philanthropy events for the youth group and congregation of the church.
- Implemented Sunday school teaching schedule and provided materials and support for Sunday school teachers.
- Worked closely with the church pastor on the goals and vision for the youth and family aspect of the church.
Education
BBA - Marketing
University of Maine
Orono, ME05.2019
Skills
- Punctual and Reliable
- Enthusiastic and Energetic
- Elite communicator
- Positive, friendly and supportive
- Effective problem solver
- Building positive relationships and connections
- Team Building
- Networking
- Effective in support of challenging behaviors
Education and Training
other,Orono, ME
Contact
Portland, ME 04103
Timeline
Ed Tech III - Breathe Program
Longfellow Elementary School
10.2023 - 01.2025
School Age Care Teacher
First Lutheran Children's Programs
09.2019 - 06.2023
Youth & Family Ministry Coordinator
First Lutheran Church
09.2019 - 03.2020
Summer Day Camp Counselor
First Lutheran Children's Programs
06.2015 - 08.2021
BBA - Marketing
University of Maine
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