DEUNDREA FORD-HARRIS
Litchfield Park,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional with a strong internal drive to consistently deliver excellence. Experienced in education and clinical research development, with a proven track record as a tactical team builder. Articulate medical/education-based educator highly motivated to achieve success. Skilled in strategic planning and service-centered relationship management, eager to pursue a fulfilling career as a Special Education Teacher. Brings over 5 years of experience in special education, 8 years in the medical field, 2 years in sales, and 10 years in speech therapy and related services within school-based settings. Diverse range of expertise includes working in various medical settings such as hospitals, clinics, and CROs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education
Soliant Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in special education and behavior management.
- Provided ongoing support for families navigating special education services both within the school system and outside resources.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall special education service delivery, resulting in increased student success rates.
Special Education Teacher -Contractor
Cross-Country Education- Litchfield School District
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical, and social development
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
VICTORY COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted administrative tasks to support Special Education Department operations.
- Led classroom activities tailored to varied learning needs through small group sessions and one-on-one interactions.
- Implemented individualized instruction frameworks to support holistic student progress.
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers
- HR-related duties including (hiring, credentialing, recruiting, payroll/billing approval, and in-service meetings)
Special Education Teacher
DYSART UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical, and social development
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers
Special Education Teacher
LEARN IT SYSTEMS
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs
- Developed individual educational plans (IEP) designed to promote educational, physical, and social development
- Fostered relationships with students to increase engagement, and periodically reported student progress to parents/guardians and school leadership
- Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers
Clinical Research Coordinator II
HONORHEALTH
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Streamlined protocols by effectively managing schedules related to Neurology and Spine clinical activities.
- Conducted clinical research trials following Good Clinical Practice.
- Led trials through all phases, ensuring compliance with deadlines and budget limitations.
- Ensured adherence to patient care guidelines.
- Coordinated with sponsors and researchers to ensure efficient, regulation-compliant trials.
- Screened healthcare data to determine participant eligibility for study protocols.
- Recruited volunteers for studies by phone and EHR
- Conducted informed consent presentations and maintained documentation
- Adhered to standards in all areas, including data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting
- Obtained informed consent of research subjects or guardians
- Protected sensitive patient data in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and privacy regulations.
Clinical Research Coordinator
XENOSCIENCE INC.
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved
- Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing
- Collaborated with sponsors and investigators to carry out efficient and fully compliant research trials
- Assessed records of each patient, reviewed databases, and checked referrals to locate potential research study participants
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making, and health teaching
- Maintained HIPAA compliance across all patient data handling, systems, and training
- Served as liaison between management, clinical staff, and the community
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented the progress of individuals participating in clinical trials
Patient Service Research and Recruitment
SYNEXUS
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Contributed to research data pool by collecting and organizing information from medical research sources
- Kept equipment cleaned and maintained to optimize performance
- Maintained inventory, equipment, and materials and kept organized records
- Conducted lab and field work to collect and prepare subject samples
- Ordered supplies, stocked work areas, and prepared materials for research purposes
- Supported principal investigators during research trials
- Screened potential subjects to determine suitability for active studies
- Screened participants for enrollment into the research study, administering relevant tests and surveys
- Managed critical paperwork such as informed consent forms and personal waivers
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
FUTURES EDUCATION
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Detailed interventions taken and student progress in written reports
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations
- Communicated students' individual and group performance to lead faculty
- Implemented diverse therapy techniques, including articulation and language-based skills
- Assisted Speech Pathologist with determining, planning for, and achieving individual treatment goals
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SOLIANT HEALTH
01.2007 - 05.2013
- Evaluated treatment goals and student progress on a continuous basis
- Taught alternative speech methods to those needing support and advocated for exclusivity across the organization
- Completed documentation according to compliance requirements
- Helped update curriculum according to student requirements by working alongside teachers and administrators
- Supported student treatment plan and key objectives by involving families in the therapy process
Education
Masters Of Health Informatics - Health Informatics
Creighton University
Omaha, NECERTIFIED PHARMACEUTICAL SALES REP -
NAPSRx
Washington, DC01.2019
POST-BACHELOR SPECIAL EDUCATION - MILD TO MODERATE
RIO SALADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Tempe, AZ01.2018
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCES
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01.2017
CERTIFICATE - CLINICAL RESEARCH Coordinator
Clinical Research FastTrack
Scottsdale, AZ01.2016
MASTER OF SCIENCE - PUBLIC HEALTH
American Military University
Charles Town, WV01.2009
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY
The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX01.2005
Skills
- Treatment documentation
- Goal setting and planning
- Early intervention understanding
- Treatment planning
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Record keeping
- Lesson planning
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Oral and written communications
- Data collection and analysis
- Data extraction
- Analytics
- Databases
- Web applications
- Research and development
- Human Resource
- Virtual training
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Lab testing
- Documentation and materials
- Schedules and milestones
- Product and service knowledge
- Computer expertise
- Time management ability
- Policies and procedures
- Prospecting skills
- On-site product demonstrations
- Pharmaceutical Sales knowledge
- Energetic self-starter
- Microsoft Office competency
- Customer- and service-oriented
- IEP and goal writing skills
- Classroom management skills
Certification
- CPR certified through the American Heart Association
- Current IATA certification
- Current GCP certification
- Current SLPA Arizona certification
- Current Pharmaceutical sales certification
- Current Special Education License
- Current Health Teacher certification
Timeline
Special Education
Soliant Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher -Contractor
Cross-Country Education- Litchfield School District
02.2022 - 05.2024
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
VICTORY COLLEGIATE ACADEMY
01.2021 - 02.2022
Special Education Teacher
DYSART UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
07.2019 - 12.2020
Special Education Teacher
LEARN IT SYSTEMS
11.2018 - 05.2019
Clinical Research Coordinator
XENOSCIENCE INC.
02.2017 - 02.2018
Clinical Research Coordinator II
HONORHEALTH
01.2017 - 08.2018
Patient Service Research and Recruitment
SYNEXUS
06.2016 - 02.2017
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
FUTURES EDUCATION
08.2014 - 05.2015
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
SOLIANT HEALTH
01.2007 - 05.2013
CERTIFIED PHARMACEUTICAL SALES REP -
NAPSRx
POST-BACHELOR SPECIAL EDUCATION - MILD TO MODERATE
RIO SALADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - HEALTH SCIENCES
American Military University
CERTIFICATE - CLINICAL RESEARCH Coordinator
Clinical Research FastTrack
MASTER OF SCIENCE - PUBLIC HEALTH
American Military University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY
The University of Texas at Dallas
Masters Of Health Informatics - Health Informatics
Creighton University
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