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Garren Turner

Minneapolis,Minnesota

Summary

I am dedicated education professional with extensive experience at Minneapolis Public Schools, excelling in program management and behavior management. Proven ability to connect with students, staff, and parents, fostering a positive learning environment. Skilled in training facilitation and conflict resolution, successfully enhancing student engagement and academic success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

District Program Facilitator/CTE Administrator

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, MN
04.2023 - Current
  • Supervised students during off-site visits related to their coursework.
  • Provided guidance and support throughout the duration of the program sessions.
  • Ensured program compliance with local regulations and standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of program attendance and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure successful program delivery.
  • Provided feedback on progress to parents and guardians of participants.
  • Created an engaging learning atmosphere through interactive activities.
  • Monitored progress towards achievement of course objectives and goals.
  • Encouraged active participation from all members in order to maximize learning potential.
  • Organized field trips to enhance educational experiences for participants.
  • Modeled positive attitudes and choices for program participants to improve behaviors.
  • Created environment focused on meeting learning targets, developing skills and stimulating students' interests.
  • Explained program offerings and requirements to participants and answered related questions.

Associate Educator Behavior Resource/Dean

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, Minnesota
08.2016 - Current
  • Assist teachers in the classroom with students that are displaying negative behavior.
  • Supervise the cafeteria during all lunch hours also supervise the cafeteria during breakfast.
  • Supervise all lunch recess activities.
  • I am a member of the School Safety Team.
  • Perform bus duty for after school dismissal.
  • Interact with all students, staff and parents to achieve a safe learning environment.
  • Evaluate students behavior make phone calls to parents and submit student referrals as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws or administrative policies.
  • Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.
  • Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
  • Prepare students for further education by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
  • Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
  • Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
  • Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.

Team Teen Works Supervisor

Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Minneapolis, Minnesota
06.2016 - Current
  • Responsible for the direct supervision of 2 crews of 8-10 youth.
  • Some being high at risk youth. Each crew meets twice a week for 7 hour shifts cleaning various Mpls Parks.
  • Determine training needs of students or workers.
  • Observe and evaluate students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
  • Supervise and monitor students' use of tools and equipment.
  • Prepare reports and maintain records such as student grades, attendance rolls, and training activity details.
  • Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
  • Conduct on-the-job training classes or training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures, or methods of designated subjects.

School Success Program Assistant

Minneapolis Public Schools
Minneapolis, MN
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Monitored progress on project timelines associated with each program activity or initiative.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to provide updates on individual projects and assist colleagues with any issues they may have encountered during their work.
  • Assisted in the coordination of program activities and resources, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and providing administrative support.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures while administering programs.
  • Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow students on academic issues.
  • Adapted to diverse learning environments, including remote and in-person settings.
  • Engaged in classroom discussions, demonstrating critical thinking skills.

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Developement

Iowa State
Ames, Iowa
05.1983

High School Diploma - General high School Studies

Martin Luther King
Chicago, Illinois
06.1981

Skills

  • Document redirection, restorative practices
  • Program management
  • Write assessments
  • Resolve student conflicts
  • Connect with students, staff, and parents
  • Use programs to acquire data on students
  • Student assessment
  • Event coordination
  • Behavior management
  • Team collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Record keeping
  • Training facilitation
  • Task delegation
  • Advocacy

Timeline

District Program Facilitator/CTE Administrator

Minneapolis Public Schools
04.2023 - Current

School Success Program Assistant

Minneapolis Public Schools
01.2021 - 08.2023

Associate Educator Behavior Resource/Dean

Minneapolis Public Schools
08.2016 - Current

Team Teen Works Supervisor

Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
06.2016 - Current

Associate of Arts - Child Developement

Iowa State

High School Diploma - General high School Studies

Martin Luther King

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