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Deja Bennett-Allen

Horsham,Pennsylvania

Summary

Versatile Special Education Teacher with focus on individual student needs across academia and emotional development. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons, catering to diverse learning abilities. Proficient in employing constant communication, patience and positive reinforcement in team efforts to deliver exceptional educational tools, fostering academic achievement.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

Kipp Dubois Collegiate Academy
08.2023 - Current
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
  • Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
  • Implemented evidence-based teaching strategies tailored specifically to the unique needs of each child on caseload.
  • Facilitated IEP meetings by using family-centered, strength-based approach.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.

Asset Protection Specialist

Target
08.2020 - 07.2023

Promoted to an Asset Protection specialist that leads mul0ple store teams to solving external theft

Leveraged surveillance and intelligence led techniques to foster safety and security while minimizing company loss.

  • Prepared case reports, preserved evidence,
  • Partnered with law enforcement to apprehend and testify in criminal and civil court actions.
  • Became a district trainer


Education

Master of Education in Special Education - Special Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
12.2021

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinking
  • Leadership

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

Kipp Dubois Collegiate Academy
08.2023 - Current

Asset Protection Specialist

Target
08.2020 - 07.2023

Master of Education in Special Education - Special Education

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Deja Bennett-Allen