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Dominique N. Phillips

Teacher
Bronx,NY
Dominique N. Phillips

Summary

Resilient Special Education Teacher familiar with challenges associated with teaching special needs children. Remains positive under times of stress or conflict. Works well with classroom teachers to develop accommodations and special techniques for mainstream classroom inclusion.

  • Versatile and dedicated Teacher a with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students.
  • Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience creating innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

New York City Board Of Education

Special Education Teacher
06.2014 - Current

Job overview

  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
  • Provided professional development training to educate faculty and staff on laws and regulations governing special education.

New York City Board Of Education

Teaching Fellow
06.2014 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Participated in an intensive summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement, while simultaneously teaching in a public school under the supervision of a faculty of experienced teachers
  • Engaged in a full schedule of professional development activities, including seminars in instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity training.
  • Provided individual and group instruction to tailor teaching approaches to different student needs.

Harlem Children's Zone

Health Coordinator
01.2010 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Implemented and managed all Healthy Harlem programs, including effective delivery of nutrition education and physical activity programming, parent programming, and behavior modification programming
  • Hired and managed staff implementing Healthy Harlem programs at the after-school program
  • Partnered and coordinated with site staff to ensure accurate tracking and evaluation data and case management support of program participants
  • Engaged and trained site staff in healthy eating/active living practices
  • Attend regular training with other Health Coordinators to share best practices
  • Establish and maintain collaborations with relevant community organizations, schools, and parents
  • Support the Site Director with tracking and assessing healthy eating and active living programs and their progress


New York City Department Of Education

Substitute Paraprofessional
01.2005 - 01.2007

Job overview

  • Guided independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work set up and assigned by the teacher
  • Assisted with the supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
  • Checked notebooks, corrected papers, and supervised testing and make-up work, as assigned by the teacher
  • Assisted the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and ability.

Education

Concordia University
Portland, OR

Master of Science from Educational Technology Leadership
09.2018 - 08.2019

University Overview

  • Dean's List Spring 2018

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY

Master of Science from Special Education
08.2014 - 08.2016

University Overview

Monroe College
The Bronx, NY

Bachelor of Science from Public Health
02.2008 - 08.2012

University Overview

Skills

  • Educational Assistance
  • Assessment Administration
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Google Applications
  • Motivating Students
  • IEPs
  • Positive Interactions
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Timeline

Concordia University
Master of Science from Educational Technology Leadership
09.2018 - 08.2019
Long Island University
Master of Science from Special Education
08.2014 - 08.2016
Special Education Teacher
New York City Board Of Education
06.2014 - Current
Teaching Fellow
New York City Board Of Education
06.2014 - 08.2016
Health Coordinator
Harlem Children's Zone
01.2010 - 06.2014
Monroe College
Bachelor of Science from Public Health
02.2008 - 08.2012
Substitute Paraprofessional
New York City Department Of Education
01.2005 - 01.2007
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