Denise L. Phillips
Jones,USA
Summary
Dedicated and student-focused professional with a proactive approach to supporting diverse learning needs. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills. Experienced in managing multiple responsibilities, maintaining detailed records, and collaborating with educators and families to promote student growth and achievement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2023 - Current
- Special Education Teacher English 1, 2, 3, 4, OK History, World History, US History, Civics, Government and Life Skills
- Using technology in the classroom with students.
- Maintained a well-managed classroom.
- Contacting parents as necessary during the week.
- Created and attended IEP meetings as necessary.
- Created lesson plans to meet IEP requirements for the students in the class.
- OTEP Mentor Teacher 2025-2026 school year
- Sunie Killam, Principal
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy
Midwest City, OK
12.2018 - 06.2023
- Special Education Teacher English 1, 2, 3, 4 and Resource Room
- Create and present online lessons to students
- Maintained a well-managed classroom.
- Contacting parents and students as necessary during the week.
- Created and attended IEP meetings as necessary online
- Created lesson plans to meet IEP requirements for the students in the class.
- LeAn Sanders, Principal
Special Education Teacher
Jones High School
Jones, OK
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Special Education Teacher Communications, Study hall, regular education teacher English I.
- Using technology in the classroom with students.
- Maintained a well-managed classroom.
- Contacting parents as necessary during the week.
- Created and attended IEP meetings as necessary.
- Created lesson plans to meet IEP requirements for the students in the class.
- Curtis Moses, Principal
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2013 - 06.2017
- Special Education Teacher English 1, 2, 3, 4 and Tech Now
- Department Chair for Special Education Department
- Using technology in the classroom with students.
- Maintained a well-managed classroom.
- Contacting parents as necessary during the week.
- Created and attended IEP meetings as necessary.
- Created lesson plans to meet IEP requirements for the students in the class.
- Assigned caseloads, monitored completion dates for IEPs and re-evaluations, and assisted teachers as necessary with various tasks
- John Wilson, Principal
Education
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership & Academic Curriculum in English
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma05-2023
BA - English Literature
University of Oklahoma
Norman, Oklahoma12-2007
Skills
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans (IEPs)
- Small group instruction
- IEP implementation
- Transition planning
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Time management
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
07.2023 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma Virtual Charter Academy
12.2018 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
Jones High School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Special Education Teacher
Oklahoma City Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2017
BA - English Literature
University of Oklahoma
Master of Science - Instructional Leadership & Academic Curriculum in English
University of Oklahoma