Eleanor J. Garrett-Grimsley
Arlington,TX
Summary
Results-focused educator offering ten years of experience supporting youth from all backgrounds through formative years. Thoughtful facilitator of student academic and behavioral success through simultaneously holistic and clinical approach to overcoming obstacles. Enhances students' readiness for learning through identification and resolution of challenging situations. Delivers constructive solutions to promote students' personal growth while maintaining commitment to legal and ethical principles and practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Diagnostician
Arlington Independent School District
Arlington, TX
02.2019 - Current
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Participated in disciplinary review process to determine how emotional and behavioral disabilities relate to behavioral incidents.
Educational Diagnostician/Section 504 Facilitator
Texas Leadership Charter Academy
Arlington, TX.
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Section 504 Instructional Accommodations Plans (IAPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Participated in disciplinary review process to determine how emotional and behavioral disabilities relate to behavioral incidents.
Educational Diagnostician
Coppell ISD, Brock Intervention Services
Coppell, TX.
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Compiled and interpreted students' test results along with information from teachers and parents to diagnose conditions and assess eligibility for special services.
- Applied knowledge of ethnic, linguistic, cultural and socioeconomic diversity for evaluation, planning and instruction.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Participated in disciplinary review process to determine how emotional and behavioral disabilities relate to behavioral incidents.
Resource & Inclusion Special Education Teacher
Northwest ISD, Northwest High School
Justin, TX
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with mild-moderate disabilities in the co-taught setting.
- Taught English Language Arts and Reading in self-contained instructional resource classroom.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Resource & Inclusion Special Education Teacher
Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, Harwood & Central JHS
Bedford, TX
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with mild-moderate disabilities in the co-taught setting.
- Taught English Language Arts and Reading in self-contained instructional resource and behavior intervention classrooms.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
Student Teacher, Special Education Inclusion
Dallas ISD, School Community Guidance Center DAEP
Dallas, TX
06.2011 - 07.2011
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase classroom instructional and behavioral success.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Student Teacher, Special Education
Challenge-Journey Program, Linda Tutt High School
Sanger, TX
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to students with emotional and behavioral disorders to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of behavioral and academic needs to accomplish various tasks.
- Had one-on-one sessions with struggling students to increase positive behavior choices and individual student success.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices when working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
Irving, TX
09.2008 - 08.2010
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
Dallas, TX
02.2007 - 09.2008
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
Dallas, TX
02.2006 - 02.2007
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Constantly expanded personal knowledge of coffee styles and varieties.
- Completed over successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of each shift.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Engendered customer loyalty by remembering personal preferences and allergy information.
Music Minister
Pleasant Retreat United Methodist Church
Tyler, TX
01.2003 - 02.2004
- Planned, organized and led music ministry during worship service by motivating congregational participation and providing direction to choir members and musicians.
- Provided inspiring and motivational music ministry during worship services, programs and events to uplift, encourage and entertain people with positive messages and values.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Tarleton State University
Fort Worth, TX05.2024
Graduate Academic Certificate - Educational Diagnostician
University of North Texas
Denton, TX01.2015
Masters of Education - Special Education - Behavioral Disorders
University of North Texas
Denton, TX08.2012
Graduate Academic Certificate - Transition Specialist
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2012
Graduate Academic Certificate - Behavior Intervention Specialist
University of North Texas
Denton, TX05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance (Voice)
Rice University
Houston, TX05.2002
High School Diploma -
Van High School
Van, TX06.1998
Skills
- Positive behavior supports and interventions
- Individualized education programs
- Functional behavior assessments and behavior plans
- Individual and family support
- Faculty training and support
- Youth and adolescent development
- Organization and time management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
Affiliations
Student Member, Texas Counseling Association
Professional Member, Texas Educational Diagnosticians Association
Professional Member, Association of Texas Professional Educators
Timeline
Educational Diagnostician
Arlington Independent School District
02.2019 - Current
Educational Diagnostician/Section 504 Facilitator
Texas Leadership Charter Academy
07.2017 - 02.2019
Educational Diagnostician
Coppell ISD, Brock Intervention Services
02.2015 - 06.2017
Resource & Inclusion Special Education Teacher
Northwest ISD, Northwest High School
01.2014 - 02.2015
Resource & Inclusion Special Education Teacher
Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, Harwood & Central JHS
08.2011 - 06.2013
Student Teacher, Special Education Inclusion
Dallas ISD, School Community Guidance Center DAEP
06.2011 - 07.2011
Student Teacher, Special Education
Challenge-Journey Program, Linda Tutt High School
08.2010 - 05.2011
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
09.2008 - 08.2010
Shift Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
02.2007 - 09.2008
Barista
Starbucks Coffee Company
02.2006 - 02.2007
Music Minister
Pleasant Retreat United Methodist Church
01.2003 - 02.2004
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Tarleton State University
Graduate Academic Certificate - Educational Diagnostician
University of North Texas
Masters of Education - Special Education - Behavioral Disorders
University of North Texas
Graduate Academic Certificate - Transition Specialist
University of North Texas
Graduate Academic Certificate - Behavior Intervention Specialist
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance (Voice)
Rice University
High School Diploma -
Van High School