EBONY DODD
Dallas
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven educator and case manager with 3 years of experience supporting students' academic, social, and emotional success. Proven ability to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and advocate for students with diverse needs. Skilled in classroom instruction, behavior management, and family engagement. Dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive learning environments and ensuring all students receive the resources and opportunities they need to thrive academically and personally.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manger
Child Protective Services
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
4th Grade Math Teacher
International leadership of Texas
11.2021 - 08.2024
- To plan and inform lessons for classroom instruction.
- Evaluate student success by developing test
- Provide accurate feedback on given assignments
- Build rapport with students and parents
Teacher Aide
International leadership of Texas
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Performs any combination of duties in the classroom to assist teaching staff
- Distributes teaching materials to scholars such as laptops, charges, workbooks, etc.
Teacher Aide
Uplift Education
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Performs any combination of duties in the classroom to assist teaching staff
- Distributes teaching materials to scholars such as laptops, charges, workbooks, etc.
- Other duties as assigned
Evening Care Staff
Friendship-West Baptist Church
08.2012 - 12.2020
- Coordinated activities that reflect the mission of Friendship-West and helped children learn and explore their interests and passions
- Provided prompt and professional care for children’s physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs according to the developmental level of the child
- Communicated necessary information to the child, co-workers, supervisor, parents, and staff pastor as needed and directed by the supervisor in charge
- Assisted children with homework and prepared snacks/meals for children, adhering to dietary restrictions
Social Work Intern
FYI Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Observed and assisted licensed social workers and applied my academic training to a real-world setting
- Assisted young adults transitioning out of the foster care system
- Provided clients with many different resources such as tuition waivers, housing, and financial assistance
- Hosted professional and life development training to enhance client’s life skills
Camp Counselor
Youth World
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Planned, organized, and led age-appropriate activities for children
- Facilitated and encouraged participation in camp activities
- Modeled good behavior for campers as it related to sportsmanship, manners, and respectfulness and identified teachable moments and capitalized on them
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2020
Skills
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office applications
- Recognizing emotional exhaustion
- Support for high-risk populations
- Effective classroom management
- Adaptable to change
- Empathetic communication
- Problem-solving skills
Affiliations
- Member, Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity November 2017
- Member, Social Work Student Association August 2017
- Member, National Association of Social Work March 2020
Timeline
Case Manger
Child Protective Services
08.2024 - Current
4th Grade Math Teacher
International leadership of Texas
11.2021 - 08.2024
Teacher Aide
International leadership of Texas
08.2021 - 11.2021
Teacher Aide
Uplift Education
12.2020 - 08.2021
Social Work Intern
FYI Center
01.2020 - 05.2020
Camp Counselor
Youth World
06.2017 - 08.2019
Evening Care Staff
Friendship-West Baptist Church
08.2012 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Lamar University
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