Joseph Higgins
Douglas,United States
Summary
Results-oriented professional with experience preparing concise and accurate technical data documents. Expert at delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines, collaborates with cross-functional teams for accuracy and clarity of technical content. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Handles working under pressure in a variety of different environments. Excellent communication skills and extensive experience working with co-workers and outside affiliates. Leadership experience in meetings, schedules, planning and executing goal driven outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Interventionist
Converse County School District #1
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in intervention program.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Mediated conflicts through structured sessions.
- Trained teachers and staff on how to spot students in need of help and refer for services.
- Supervise 4 co-workers at any given time.
Elementary School Teacher - 5th Grade
Converse County School District #1
08.2012 - 05.2022
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
Painter
College Pro Painters
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Education
Masters - Special Education K - 12
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY08.2012
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Cheyenne, WY06.2008
Skills
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Analytical Approach
- Individualized Education Plans
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Proposal Writing
- Fundraising
- Multitasking Strength
- Documentation
- Goal Drivin
- Progress Tracking
- Program Management
- Report Writing
- Scheduling
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Empathy and Compassion
- Community Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Communication
- Client Relationship Management
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Nominated Teacher of the Year 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2022
- Dean's List - 2011 University of Wyoming
- Dean's List - 2012 University of Wyoming
- Assistant Legion Baseball Coach 2013-2018
- Assistant Youth Group Leader 2015-2018
- Pi Kappa Alfa Fraternity - President of Initiation Class 2009
- Pi Kappa Alfa Fraternity - Recruitment Chair 2010
- Pi Kappa Alfa Fraternity - Continuing Educator - 2011
- Pi Kappa Alfa Fraternity - Risk Manager - 2012
References
Wes Campbell - Converse County School District #1 Principal - 307.351.1068 - Past Supervisor
Brent Notman - Converse County School District #1 Principal - 307.351.0273 - Past Supervisor
Trista Willis - Converse County School District #1 Paraprofessional - 307.351.0903 - Past Co-worker
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Converse County School District #1
08.2022 - 05.2024
Elementary School Teacher - 5th Grade
Converse County School District #1
08.2012 - 05.2022
Painter
College Pro Painters
06.2011 - 09.2011
Masters - Special Education K - 12
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Wyoming
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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