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Damikia Holmes

Fairburn,GA

Summary

Dynamic and purpose-driven leader committed to fostering an inclusive educational environment for students with disabilities. Extensive experience collaborating with school administrators, instructional staff, and families to implement effective support strategies that enhance student success. Proven ability to advocate for the needs of diverse learners while promoting a culture of understanding and empowerment within the school community. Passionate about driving positive change and ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Fulton County Schools
07.2014 - Current
  • Develop and modify lessons and materials to meet individual student needs utilizing special methodology for instruction to support student progress using Georgia Standards of Excellence.
  • Lead and facilitate IEP meetings, eligibility determinations, and transition planning, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
  • Monitor data input/submission for student records, including IEP compliance , FTE, and state-mandated assessments for 15 special education teachers.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district policies regarding IEP development, implementation, evaluations, and re-evaluations.
  • As the Special Education Department Chair, I mentor, provide leadership and coaching support to special education instructional staff in best practices for classroom instruction through lesson modeling, co-teaching, observation, and feedback cycles to improve academic outcomes for students with disabilities.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, and community agencies to support instructional decisions and services.
  • Deliver targeted professional learning sessions to instructional staff, and administrators focusing on inclusive practices, behavior interventions, and instructional strategies.
  • Advocate for resources and support services, improving access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
  • Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in student data, interactions, and mandatory reporting responsibilities.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance classroom engagement and minimize disruptions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Juvenile Program Manager

Department of Juvenile Justice
10.2013 - 07.2014
  • Supervises and plans work for 10 assigned staff.
  • Communicates regularly with staff on progress toward defined goals and/or required results, providing specific feedback and initiating corrective action.
  • Establishes effective working relationships with judges, law enforcement, educational, community leaders, and parents of offenders.
  • Manages Human Resources and employee relations functions; Recruits and fills vacant positions under the guidance of Department and Merit System rules and regulations;
  • Administers a departmentally approved personnel program for assigned staff.
  • Serves on various community and intra-agency committees and forums pertaining to youth services.
  • Monitors area and local services for compliance and quality assurance; Plans, develops, and conduct training program for staff; Establishes program goals, strategies, and priorities.

Juvenile Probation/Parole Specialist II/III

Department of Juvenile Justice
06.2007 - 10.2013
  • Supervisor of assigned teams of 15+ employees in absence of the Manager.
  • Analyze and review pertinent data to ensure appropriate services for a caseload of 40+ clients.
  • Develop and implement positive networks with stakeholders.
  • Write detailed reports to display clients' progress to include specialized recommendations.
  • Conduct formal and informal training presentations for district personnel.
  • Conduct case audits to ensure proper agency standards are implemented.
  • Counsel juvenile probationers or parolees via office visits, employment visits, telephone inquiries, community contacts, and correspondence.
  • Investigate activities of clients to ascertain their level of readjustment to society to include background history, court files, and educational and employment resources.
  • Testify in court concerning matters pertaining to clients to include sentencing, trials, pleas, and violations.

Education

Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership

Thomas University
Thomasville, GA
05.2023

Master of Public Administration -

Strayer University
Morrow, GA
12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
08.2006

Skills

  • Communication Skills (orally and in writing)
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Instructional Leadership
  • IEP Development & Compliance
  • Knowledge of IDEA and Due Process
  • Curriculum Adaptation and Differentiation
  • Collaboration & Team Facilitation
  • Professional Development Delivery
  • Student-Centered Coaching
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Crisis Intervention & Safety Protocols

Certification

State of Georgia Professional Teacher Certification (Current)

ACTIVITIES

Tutoring; Volunteerism and Mentorship (Black Girls Code, Community Service Projects, Books for Africa, Hands-on Atlanta, etc.); Former Math Department Chair; Team Lead; Special Education Department Chair.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Fulton County Schools
07.2014 - Current

Juvenile Program Manager

Department of Juvenile Justice
10.2013 - 07.2014

Juvenile Probation/Parole Specialist II/III

Department of Juvenile Justice
06.2007 - 10.2013

Education Specialist - Teacher Leadership

Thomas University

Master of Public Administration -

Strayer University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Georgia State University

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