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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Brittany Scott

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

Dynamic educator, program coordinator, and workshop leader with 15+ years of experience designing and delivering impactful programs in schools, churches, and community organizations. Proven ability to create and facilitate mental health and SEL workshops on self-esteem, anxiety, perseverance, and resilience, reaching hundreds of students and families. Skilled in curriculum design, facilitator training, and building partnerships that expand program reach and impact. Recognized for innovative teaching, professional development expertise, and a commitment to empowering students and communities.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Coordinator

New Life K.N.E.W. Solutions
10.2023 - Current
  • Designed and launched mental health and SEL workshops for schools, churches, and community organizations, reaching 500+ students across multiple districts.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained 15+ facilitators, increasing program capacity by 40% and ensuring high-quality delivery.
  • Built and sustained partnerships with 10+ schools and community organizations, expanding program reach and visibility.
  • Developed evaluation methods to measure workshop effectiveness, achieving a 90% positive feedback rate from students and staff.
  • Facilitated student-centered workshops on self-esteem, anxiety, fear, and perseverance, equipping youth with practical coping strategies.

Hiring Specialist

Ignite Reading
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Served as virtual coach for new tutors, providing constructive feedback and professional development to enhance instructional effectiveness.
  • Recruited and onboarded top talent, contributing to organizational growth and improved student support.
  • Partnered with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and implement targeted recruitment strategies.
  • Maintained accurate applicant records and streamlined hiring processes for efficiency.

Adjunct Professor

Aspen University
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Designed and taught graduate-level courses for educators, focusing on curriculum design and instructional strategies.
  • Delivered lectures, facilitated discussions, and coached future teachers to implement best practices in classroom engagement.
  • Received outstanding student feedback scores for clarity, engagement, and relevance.

Teacher & Instructional Leader

Naperville School District 204
08.2010 - 06.2020
  • Taught elementary students across multiple grade levels, integrating SEL and trauma-informed practices into daily instruction.
  • Coached and mentored 10+ new teachers, improving retention and classroom management district-wide.
  • Led professional development workshops on differentiated instruction and social-emotional learning for district staff.
  • Achieved measurable academic growth in reading and math proficiency, with student test scores improving by 15–20% annually.
  • Selected to present at national conferences on innovative instructional practices.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2008

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University
Chicago, IL
05-2011

Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language

Saint Francis University
Joliet, IL
06-2014

Skills

  • Program management
  • Office administration
  • Proactive mindset
  • Strategic planning

Accomplishments

  • Selected for Charlotte Danielson's “Teaching the Core” Project with Student Achievement Partners.
  • Modeled distinguished instruction showcased on the Teaching the Core national training website.
  • Entrepreneur and author of children’s mental health books.
  • Presenter on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) for schools, churches, and community organizations.

Timeline

Program Coordinator

New Life K.N.E.W. Solutions
10.2023 - Current

Hiring Specialist

Ignite Reading
01.2021 - 01.2023

Adjunct Professor

Aspen University
01.2021 - 05.2021

Teacher & Instructional Leader

Naperville School District 204
08.2010 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction

Concordia University

Endorsement - Teaching English As A Second Language

Saint Francis University

Awards

Recognized in the Danielson National Project for excellence in teaching and instructional leadership., Invited speaker and facilitator for regional SEL and mental health workshops.

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