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Chelsea Emond

Chicago,IL

Summary

Passionate and hardworking educator with solid record of accomplishment in attaining and surpassing targets during 12-year career. Stay on top of trends in education to maintain modern, efficient systems meeting needs of diverse students. Solid relationship-builder with decisive approach to solving operational problems.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Dean of Specialized Services

Chicago Bulls College Prep
2015.07 - 2023.08
  • Directed and managed a cross-functional team of 20+ education professionals in providing quality specialized services to over 300 students.
  • Collaborated with students, families, faculty, and staff, families and students to identify and address student needs.
  • Prepared and administered budget of $10,000 for department, classroom, and individual student needs.
  • Guided and supported faculty and staff in professional development of new policies and programs for both the specialized services department and Network wide initiatives.
  • Assisted and collaborated with multidisciplinary school leadership team to make sure best practices were met.
  • Spearheaded campus 'Staff Joy' initiatives to foster community and celebration.

Learning Specialist

Chicago Bulls College Prep
2015.07 - 2021.06
  • Managed heavy caseload of 20+ students Individual Education Plans, delivering personalized educational, emotional, and behavioral support and guidance to students for positive learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with content specialists to create differentiated lesson plans, documents, and assessments for biology, chemistry, environmental science, math, and reading.

Overnight Counselor

Friends of Youth
2014.06 - 2015.05
  • Managed administrative duties for the only Emergency Homeless Shelter on the Eastside of Seattle.
  • Facilitated alternative learning modules to assist clients in achieving their GED.
  • Lead transitional sessions on life skills for homeless emerging adults (e.g., opening a bank account, job searches, finding housing).

Biology Inclusion Teacher

Holly Springs High School
2012.07 - 2014.06
  • Certified Teaching Endorsement for Biology 7-12 (181) and Mild/Moderate Disabilities K-12 (221); Alternate Pathway to Teaching through Teach for America.
  • Effectively provided academic curriculum and classroom management for students enrolled in Biology I, leading to over 85% of students passing their state test.
  • Mentored and led first year teachers on effective lesson planning, curriculum instruction, management strategies, and experiences during the first year of teaching.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
05.2012

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Stakeholder Relationship Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Managing Files and Records

Timeline

Dean of Specialized Services

Chicago Bulls College Prep
2015.07 - 2023.08

Learning Specialist

Chicago Bulls College Prep
2015.07 - 2021.06

Overnight Counselor

Friends of Youth
2014.06 - 2015.05

Biology Inclusion Teacher

Holly Springs High School
2012.07 - 2014.06

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Vermont
Chelsea Emond