Burma Green
Chicago,IL
Summary
Reliable employee seeking a position in an academic setting with over 20 years of experience in academia excellent communication and good judgment.
- Motivated Academic Advisor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Successful at guiding students through course registration steps, course selection and academic planning. Expertise in goal setting and active listening.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Back Of The Yards
Chicago, IL
09.2014 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Elementary Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Lawndale, Chalmers
Chicago, IL
02.1993 - 07.2002
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.
Academic and Career Advisor
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
06.2002 - 06.2014
- Facilitated academic and cognitive assessments to provide resource referrals according to individualized needs.
- Maintained student database and electronic records for each student contact.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Educated students on course selection to align with career goals.
Instructor
The Connecting Link And University Of St. Francis
Ventura, CA
04.2007 - 08.2018
- Tested students on materials presented in workshops and classes to assess grasp of material.
- Used learning assessments to regularly monitor student understanding of class concepts and materials.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Student Teacher Supervisor
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
11.2017 - 05.2020
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers and school operations to formulate improvement plans.
Academic Advisor
Living Word Christian Center
Forest Park, IL
09.2005 - Current
- Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Maintained student database and electronic records for each student contact.
Human Resources Specialist
City Of Chicago - City Hall
Chicago , IL
03.1975 - 03.1991
- Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing and position management practices.
- Maximized team knowledge and productivity by training, monitoring and directing employees in application of best practices and regulatory protocols.
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
Education
Completed 30 Hours Toward Master Of Public Admin. - MPA
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, ILDoctor Of Philosophy - Christian Counseling
Northwestern Theological Seminary
Miami Beach, FL04.2018
Master - Nonprofit Management
DePaul University
Chicago, ILMaster - Education Administration
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MABachelor - Interdisciplinary Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, ILWork Availability
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Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
Timeline
Student Teacher Supervisor
Northeastern Illinois University
11.2017 - 05.2020
Substitute Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Back Of The Yards
09.2014 - Current
Instructor
The Connecting Link And University Of St. Francis
04.2007 - 08.2018
Academic Advisor
Living Word Christian Center
09.2005 - Current
Academic and Career Advisor
Northeastern Illinois University
06.2002 - 06.2014
Elementary Teacher
Chicago Public Schools, Lawndale, Chalmers
02.1993 - 07.2002
Human Resources Specialist
City Of Chicago - City Hall
03.1975 - 03.1991
Completed 30 Hours Toward Master Of Public Admin. - MPA
Illinois Institute of Technology
Doctor Of Philosophy - Christian Counseling
Northwestern Theological Seminary
Master - Nonprofit Management
DePaul University
Master - Education Administration
Cambridge College
Bachelor - Interdisciplinary Studies
Northeastern Illinois University
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