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Ellen Estes

Summary

Forward-thinking teacher with love of reading and dedication to educating and helping students succeed. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Title 1 Facilitator

MCPSS- Semmes Middle School
07.2020 - 01.2023
  • Assessed and reported on student reading and math progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
  • Developed a school-wide plan that focused monetary and human resources on identified needs.
  • Developed and implemented extended day academic programs.
  • Facilitated staff training, parenting, enrichment activities, and other duties as assigned from the school and/or district level.
  • Collaborated with the principal and other school and district personnel to plan and implement professional training for teachers, aides, administrators, parents and other community audiences.

Accounts Receivable/Customer Service Representative Supervisor

Estes Heating And Air
06.2017 - 07.2020
  • Communicated with customers to identify and resolve outstanding payments.
  • Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
  • Reviewed accounts on monthly basis to assess aging and pursue collection of funds.
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Resolved escalated customer service inquiries and complaints to maintain satisfaction.

Special Education Teacher/LEA/Department Chair

MCPSS- Various School (Middle/Elem.)
09.2002 - 05.2017

-J.E. Turner Elem. (2002-2007), West Mobile Academy (2007-2009), J.E. Turner Elem. (2009-2011), O'Rourke Elem. (2011-2015), Grand Bay Middle (2015-2017).

  • Evaluated and supervised itinerant teachers and support staff based on student needs.
  • Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation.
  • Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - K-6 Collaborative Education

Troy University
Troy, AL
12.2001

Skills

  • Interactive White Boards
  • Parent-Teacher Relations
  • Student Progress Reporting
  • Special Needs Education
  • Personalized Support
  • Different Learning Styles and Techniques
  • Standardized Test Results Review
  • Instructional Techniques and Strategies
  • IEP Support
  • Leadership and Organization

Certification

Current Alabama Teaching Certificate

Timeline

Title 1 Facilitator

MCPSS- Semmes Middle School
07.2020 - 01.2023

Accounts Receivable/Customer Service Representative Supervisor

Estes Heating And Air
06.2017 - 07.2020

Special Education Teacher/LEA/Department Chair

MCPSS- Various School (Middle/Elem.)
09.2002 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - K-6 Collaborative Education

Troy University
Ellen Estes