Dennis Taylor II
Fontana,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader and effective communicator with a proven track record at Fontana Unified School District. Excelled in fostering inclusive environments and promoting academic success, particularly for students with special needs. Demonstrated excellence in teamwork, problem-solving, and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance student and athlete performance.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Substitute Teacher
Fontana Unified School District
11.2017 - Current
- Served as a liaison between administration and staff, advocating for teacher needs and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Promoted an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected while challenging themselves academically.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for students with special needs, ensuring academic success and growth.
- Improved classroom management by implementing a positive behavior reinforcement system.
- Led collaborative team meetings focused on analyzing student data, refining curriculum materials, and sharing successful teaching techniques.
- Implemented data-driven instructional strategies to target areas of weakness in student performance and drive improvement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
- Enhanced test-taking experience by implementing efficient administration procedures.
- Streamlined registration processes for students, ensuring timely access to essential testing information.
- Maintained test integrity through thorough adherence to security protocols and guidelines.
- Delivered reliable support during high-volume periods such as midterms or finals weeks – assisting with room setup, technology troubleshooting, or any additional tasks as needed.
- Assisted in the evaluation of existing processes, recommending improvements that ultimately increased efficiency within the department as a whole.
- Ensured accurate test results by effectively monitoring and proctoring examinations.
Football Coach
Fontana Unified School District
11.2017 - 03.2024
- Encouraged sportsmanship and teamwork among players both on the field and during off-field activities.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to exchange ideas, improve practice routines, and share resources.
- Created a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, following through with consequences, and rewarding hard work or dedication to the team.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Redlands, CA04-2021
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Portland State University
Portland, OR06-2016
Skills
- Strong leadership
- Effective management
- Records management
- Maintaining documents and records
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Effective communication
Timeline
Resident Substitute Teacher
Fontana Unified School District
11.2017 - Current
Football Coach
Fontana Unified School District
11.2017 - 03.2024
Master of Arts - Education Teaching And Learning
University of Redlands
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Portland State University
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