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Dudley Owens

Markham,IL

Summary

Versatile educator with a proven track record at PRSD 143.5, adept in special education and emotional support. Excelled in IEP implementation and fostering student engagement, significantly enhancing learning outcomes. Skilled in conflict resolution, ensuring a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Achieved notable progress in student development through innovative teaching strategies.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Education Teacher

PRSD 143.5
08.2023 - Current
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
  • Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.

Science Teacher

PHSD 144
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
  • Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
  • Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
  • Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
  • Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
  • Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.

Paraprofessional

CPS
11.2018 - 08.2022
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
  • Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.

Musician

Self
06.2004 - Current
  • Toured with successful bands, providing professional, punctual backing support.
  • Produced and recorded studio albums for various musical acts and genres.
  • Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
  • Wrote and arranged original compositions for live music performances.
  • Taught private music lessons, adapting tuition to ages and skill levels.
  • Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
  • Composed and arranged music and recorded music in studios for radio, film, or television.
  • Selected music carefully in order to achieve balance of musical styles on program.
  • Performed in 50 shows.

Theatre Performer

Black Ensemble Theather
06.2010 - 12.2023
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Played various instruments professionally, including saxophone, clarinet, and flute.
  • Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
  • Provided musical background for live shows such as ballets, operas, musical theatre, and cabarets.
  • Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
  • Performed in the pit orchestra for 20 productions.
  • Closely followed musical notation and conductor's instructions.
  • Played a variety of music with a broad stylistic range and improvisational flexibility.
  • Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions.

Assistant Band Director

Coolidge Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2015
  • Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
  • Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
  • Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations.
  • Enforced both classroom and administration policies and rules at all times.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
  • Assessed student progress weekly, monthly and quarterly. Took all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Governors State University
Park Forest, IL

Special Education

Blackburn College
Carlinville, IL
01-2025

Skills

  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Cognitive and behavioral development
  • Job readiness training
  • Motivating students
  • Excellent classroom management
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Small group instruction
  • Student counseling
  • Progress evaluations
  • Relationship building
  • Parent communication
  • Student support
  • Special education
  • Emotional support

Affiliations

  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.

Timeline

Special Education Teacher

PRSD 143.5
08.2023 - Current

Science Teacher

PHSD 144
08.2022 - 05.2023

Paraprofessional

CPS
11.2018 - 08.2022

Assistant Band Director

Coolidge Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2015

Theatre Performer

Black Ensemble Theather
06.2010 - 12.2023

Musician

Self
06.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

Governors State University

Special Education

Blackburn College

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