K JI
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
Optimize learning and engagement with neuro-diverse students to accomplish tasks, solve problems and manage conflict. Perceptive educator leading multiple neurodiverse students. Multi-talented in all subjects: math, science, reading, and language. Expert at restating lesson information, tutoring, applying rules, and assessing needs.
Team-minded and diligent in behavior management and redirection. Proven leader at effectively planning to meet neurological abilities, and evaluating tests and assignments. Skillful in promoting student engagement with neurological readiness and engagement. Utilizing binaural beat music and individualized attention engaging in social-emotional and mind-body-ready tools.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Services Educator
St James School
Arlington Hts, United States
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Implemented transformation procedures for student services to increase student success.
- Learned new EF skills and applied to daily interactions.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
Business Analyst
Toshiba Medical Research Institute
Vernon Hills, Illinois
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Led cross-functional teams to analyze and understand enterprise-wide operational impacts and opportunities of technology changes.
- Weekly meetings with business counterparts in Japan headquarters to establish favorable business relationships and support mutually beneficial interests.
- Analyzed key aspects of business to evaluate factors driving results.
- Supported leadership team with reporting, analysis, and business presentations to inform divisional strategies
- Assessed impact of current business processes on users and stakeholders and evaluate potential areas for improvement
Business Operations Manager
Frankel Media Group
Chicago & San Francisco, IL
12.1995 - 05.2001
- Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
- Reviewed company's strategic plans and developed departmental goals and standards to support vision.
- Worked in tandem with teams and Pepsico Leadership Teams to better understand business process and initiate improvements, helping company achieve financial and productivity goals.
- Recruited, hired, mentored and trained 50+ staff on business procedures, policies, duties and customer care methods.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Client Service Manager
Corbett Health Connect
Chicago, IL
12.1994 - 11.1995
- Exceeded team goals and collaborated with staff members to implement customer service initiatives.
- Introduced higher standards for customer service and increased efficiency by streamlining operations.
- Monitored metrics and developed actionable insights to improve efficiency and performance.
- Completed special projects by using effective decision making, critical thinking and time management skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Cognitive Psychology And Psycholinguistics
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05.2019
Accounting For Business
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL03.1998
Bachelor of Arts -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1993
Skills
- Progress reporting; Research for better practices
- Language/Reading/Math/Science instruction
- Decision Making and detail-oriented
- Educational Materials Development
- Audio-Visual Demonstrations
- Teacher and Administrator Collaboration
- Progress Tracking and Reporting
- Curriculum Design
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Documentation and Reporting
- Conflict Resolution
- Learning difficulties experience
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Direct instruction & social emotional skill strategies
- Lesson plan implementation with full smartboard utilization
- Behavior improvements & IEP compliance
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Teaching Method Adaptations & Exploratory Learning
- Organizational and Planning Skills & Problem Solving
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Accomplishments
- Frankel Buddy Award for Marketing Excellence.
- Successful strategic alliance with senior team Dave Phillips and Nick Adame at Frito-Lay on financial productivity initiative.
- Frankel Spirit Award on accuracy and efficiency on financial budgets and transformation project.
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute - Change Project Management Methods '01
Certification
- Licensed CNA - 2019
- Substitute License - 2018
Timeline
Student Services Educator
St James School
08.2021 - Current
Business Analyst
Toshiba Medical Research Institute
08.2008 - 03.2009
Business Operations Manager
Frankel Media Group
12.1995 - 05.2001
Client Service Manager
Corbett Health Connect
12.1994 - 11.1995
Associate of Science - Cognitive Psychology And Psycholinguistics
William Rainey Harper College
Accounting For Business
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts -
Arizona State University