Demetrius Young
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Educational Interventionist bringing 13 plus years of experience in curriculum development, restorative justice & behavior management, and advocacy planning. Talented at identifying interventional methods and creating learning opportunities for all ages and diverse grade levels. Dedicated and dynamic with passion for driving student progress, staff effectiveness, and learning innovation. Aiming to leverage my skills successfully in the field of Psychology with specializations in academic, Social-Emotional Intervention and Restorative Justice within but not limited to the school setting.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social-Emotional Learning Instructor - SEL
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
Chicago, IL
09.2017 - Current
- Provide supportive Instruction and Practical exercises in the area of: Self-awareness ~ Self-management ~ Social awareness ~ Relationship skills ~ Responsible ~ decision-making
- Meditation Techniques
- Middle School Soap Box Healing Forum, Created & Instructed Curriculum.
- Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
- Participated in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to reduce learning barriers.
- Collaborated with other educators to develop innovative approaches to instruction.
Program Development Coordinator
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
Chicago, IL
10.2014 - Current
- Established, Developed, and Implemented the Marquette School of Excellence BEMORE NJHS Chapter
- Coordinate and Create Volunteer/Community Outreach programs
- Created and facilitate 'Fill A Tote for Hope Homeless Campaign'.Grit2Eat Gardening, PYM - Powerful Young Men Mentoring; Developed, Trained and facilitated
- Collaborated with faculty members to update existing curricula to meet changing needs.
- Developed and implemented curricula for new courses in alignment with educational standards i.e. Schoolwide Social Justice Curriculum K-8th
- Provided guidance and support to teachers as they implement new curricula into their classrooms for small group Intervention.
- Encouraged collaboration among colleagues when developing or revising course material.
- Cultivated relationships with external organizations to ensure access to resources needed for developing effective curricula and community engagement.
Youth Intervention Specialist Lead Program Liaison
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
Chicago, IL
08.2014 - Current
- Facilitating training for, and managing other interventionists
- Developed behavior plans to address challenging behaviors in the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents and guardians to ensure student success.
- Utilized technology tools to provide differentiated instruction that meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Facilitated professional development for teachers and staff for current best practices provided within the small group instruction
- Collecting data and report to administration, teachers, and parents for analyzing data to inform instruction and track student progress
- Provide tier 1 intervention for growth acceleration. Provided tier 2 and tier 3 interventions through small groups or individually to strengthen the reading and behavior skills of students.
- Formally trained to use the Fountas and Pinnell LLI Program, Certified Wilson Language Learning System Instructor and Licensed Read180 Instructor ~ Reading Intervention Programs
- Provided direct instruction in areas such as behavior management, communication, social skills, and academic support.
Instructional Leadership Team & LLC Board Member
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 09.2023
- Review school-wide budgets and determine suitable allocations - LLC Board Member Function
- Encouraged, empowered and motivated team to accomplish objectives.
- Enhanced personnel management strategies for better morale and retention.
- Supported successful budget planning and administration by proactively monitoring expenditures as an LLC Board Member.
- Design innovative curriculum, activities and enrichment's for tier 1 students.
- Assisted in the development of strategic plans for the academic and attendance school growth.
- Established protocols for resolving conflicts between staff and students.
- Initiated projects that promoted innovation within the grade levels.
- Supported senior leaders in developing annual plans based on school year data.
- Identified areas of improvement within the team's processes and procedures.
Special Education Classroom Assistant II (SECA)
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
Chicago
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Assist Special Education teacher in reinforcing efforts with children with various disabilities (includes physical, learning, behavior disorders, emotional and mental impairments) in accordance with each student’s Individual Education Program (IEP)
Education
Master of Arts - Developmental Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Nonprofit Organizational Leadership & Administration
TRINITY INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Deerfield, IL01-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Academic instruction
- Classroom Management
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Student Counseling
- Innovative teaching methods
- Collaborative Team Player
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Public Speaking
Certification
- Licensed Minister - Christian Biblical Faith
- Certified Wilson Language Learner Instructor
- Certified Paraprofessional - State of Illinois
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Instructional Leadership Team & LLC Board Member
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
09.2018 - 09.2023
Social-Emotional Learning Instructor - SEL
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
09.2017 - Current
Program Development Coordinator
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
10.2014 - Current
Youth Intervention Specialist Lead Program Liaison
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
08.2014 - Current
Special Education Classroom Assistant II (SECA)
Chicago Public School - Marquette School of Excellence
07.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Developmental Psychology
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Nonprofit Organizational Leadership & Administration
TRINITY INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Some College (No Degree) - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Purdue University
- Licensed Minister - Christian Biblical Faith
- Certified Wilson Language Learner Instructor
- Certified Paraprofessional - State of Illinois
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