Over 15 years of education expertise, leadership, networking and problem solving skills
Excellent teaching and instructional skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledgeable of current educational trends and practices
Resourceful in identifying and utilizing available educational resources
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Google Classroom, and other online educational platforms
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Spartanburg School District 2
Behavioral Support Technician
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
Delivered evidence-based behavior curricula to students while maintaining high levels of behavioral and academic expectations for students.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and intervention plans of students.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with students to create safe and supportive environment.
YOUNG Minds Education Consultants, LLC
CEO and Founder
02.2020 - Current
Job overview
Developed key operational initiatives to improve and maintain school's continued growth in the 21st century.
Built productive relationships with school districts to support educational strategies effective for student learning.
Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Spartanburg School District 2
Reading Level Literacy Interventionist
09.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
Conducted ongoing evaluations of literacy improvement action and communicated results to teachers and administrators.
Assessed literacy needs of school by reviewing student data and current curriculum.
Guided teachers to collect and analyze data and developed action plans in response to determined student needs.
Monitored status of students requiring special attention.
Provided planned objectives and instruction for struggling elementary school readers.
Utilized technology to create meaningful lessons that engage students.
Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Capella University
Adjunct Professor - School of Education
08.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
Worked with colleagues and administrators to create robust education programs.
Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
Examined and graded assignments and assessments to report grades to appropriate personnel.
Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Piedmont Community Actions, Inc/Head Start
Family Service Advocate and School Liaison
07.2012 - 12.2020
Job overview
Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development, and education to increase potential.
Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.