IMANI PORTER
Conyers,GA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in education, my passion for building relationships, teamwork, and problem-solving drives me to excel. Drawing from a unique blend of personal experiences, education, and professional background, I possess the ideal qualities to thrive as a recruiter. Dedication is evident in successfully recruiting clients for my tutoring business and effectively managing my own LLC. Confident that these skills and experiences make me an excellent fit for the recruiter role at Epic Special Education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher (Remote)
Epic Special Education Staffing
07.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Colleton County School District
- Colleton County School District
Virtual Private Tutor, College Entrance Support & Educational Consultant
Virtual SOULutions by Imani LLC (Remote)
05.2020 - Current
- Provided lesson planning and pacing support to helping educators analyze data and apply it to instruction.
- Analyzed and restructured educational programs to comply with board regulations.
- Facilitated professional learning communities among faculty members, fostering a collaborative environment that promoted ongoing growth and development.
- Updated school curriculum to integrate technology and enhance quality of student education.
- Reviewed curricula materials ensuring alignment with state standards while optimizing effectiveness for diverse student populations.
- Advocated for evidence-based instructional approaches that would foster a culture of continuous learning among both staff and students.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and inform instructional planning.
Special Education Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools (Remote)
08.2000 - 05.2022
- Creating and implementing tailored educational plans for students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and student needs
- Conducting assessments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to identify goals and strategies for each student's academic and social development
- Scheduling and leading meetings for the purpose of collaborating with parents, guardians, clients, and colleagues to discuss student progress, concerns, and strategies for improvement
- Developing and implementing strategic plans to improve academic outcomes, student engagement, and overall school performance
Education
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Spring Hill College
06.1999
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Communication Skills
- Technology Integration
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
- Special Education: Multi-categorical, 03/2024, South Carolina State Board of Education
- SRT Special Education General Curriculum (P-12), 06/2021, State of Georgia Professional Standards Commission
- Situational Leadership Certification, 04/2017, Building Leaders Practicum: Nova Southeastern University
- SRT Elementary Education (P-5), 07/2001, State of Georgia Professional Standards Commission
Roles And Responsibilities
- Creating and implementing tailored educational plans for students with disabilities, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and student needs.
- Conducting assessments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to identify goals and strategies for each student's academic and social development.
- Scheduling and leading meetings for the purpose of collaborating with parents, guardians, clients, and colleagues to discuss student progress, concerns, and strategies for improvement.
- Developing and implementing strategic plans to improve academic outcomes, student engagement, and overall school performance.
Degree
MBA
Timeline
Special Education Teacher (Remote)
Epic Special Education Staffing
07.2023 - Current
Virtual Private Tutor, College Entrance Support & Educational Consultant
Virtual SOULutions by Imani LLC (Remote)
05.2020 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Rockdale County Public Schools (Remote)
08.2000 - 05.2022
Master of Business Administration - Leadership
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Spring Hill College
- Special Education: Multi-categorical, 03/2024, South Carolina State Board of Education
- SRT Special Education General Curriculum (P-12), 06/2021, State of Georgia Professional Standards Commission
- Situational Leadership Certification, 04/2017, Building Leaders Practicum: Nova Southeastern University
- SRT Elementary Education (P-5), 07/2001, State of Georgia Professional Standards Commission
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