Compassionate Special Education Support Specialist experienced in developing inclusive learning environments for diverse needs. Skilled in behavior management and individualized instruction to provide tailored student support. Strong collaborator with educators, dedicated to achieving positive outcomes that enhance student success and well-being.
Work History
Soccer Coach Volunteer
6 Months
Colorado Springs Parks & Recreation | 02.2026 - Current
Identified individual player strengths and weaknesses, tailoring coaching methods accordingly.
Promoted sportsmanship among players through modeling respectful behavior during games and practices.
Mentored new volunteers by sharing valuable coaching insights and strategies for success.
Eagle Leader
11 Years
Team Red, White, and Blue | 08.2015 - Current
Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and support for veterans.
Developed training programs to mentor new leaders within the organization.
Fostered partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach efforts and resources.
Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency in program delivery.
Soccer Coach Volunteer
9 Months
Radcliff Youth Soccer | 08.2023 - 05.2024
Fostered a positive learning environment for youth players through effective communication and encouragement.
Developed and implemented practice plans to enhance player skills and teamwork.
Mentored junior coaches, providing guidance on training techniques and player development strategies.
Coordinated team schedules, ensuring timely communication with players and parents regarding events and practices.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
8 Months
Lawton Public Schools | 07.2019 - 03.2020
Implemented lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs of students in grades K-5.
Facilitated classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
Adapted instructional materials and resources for various educational levels and abilities.
Collaborated with full-time teachers to support curriculum delivery and student engagement.
General Manager
1 Year 1 Month
Barry Fitzgerald’s, LLC | 04.2016 - 05.2017
Directed daily operations to enhance efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
Implemented strategic initiatives, improving overall profitability and customer satisfaction.
Mentored management team, fostering professional growth and enhancing leadership capabilities.
Cultivated relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and improve service delivery.
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Special Security Representative
2 Years 6 Months
Additional Military Duty | 01.2012 - 07.2014
Monitored access control systems to ensure safety and security protocols were upheld.
Conducted routine inspections of facilities to identify potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
Developed and implemented training programs for new security personnel, enhancing team performance.
Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to coordinate responses to security incidents effectively.
Established communication protocols among team members, ensuring timely information sharing during operations.
Audited security procedures regularly, resulting in enhanced compliance with regulatory standards.
Streamlined access control procedures, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced wait times for visitors.
Human Intelligence Collector 35M
5 Years 6 Months
United States Army | 01.2009 - 07.2014
Conducted in-depth interviews to gather intelligence from diverse sources.
Analyzed and interpreted data to inform strategic decision-making processes.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effectiveness.
Developed training materials for junior collectors to improve skills and knowledge.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined intelligence collection methods.
Established relationships with local assets to facilitate information gathering efforts.
Utilized tactical questioning techniques when interacting with detainees or persons of interest leading to actionable intelligence.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social Sciences
Cochise College | Sierra Vista | 05-2018
w/Honors
Associate of Applied Science - Intelligence Studies
Cochise College | Sierra Vista | 12-2017
w/Honors
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ | 12-2027
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Instructional support
Student engagement
Effective communication
Demonstrates integrity
Adaptable
Relationship management
Parental engagement
Timeline
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Colorado Springs Parks & Recreation
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Radcliff Youth Soccer
08.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Lawton Public Schools
07.2019 - 03.2020Read More
General Manager
Barry Fitzgerald’s, LLC
04.2016 - 05.2017Read More
Eagle Leader
Team Red, White, and Blue
08.2015 - CurrentRead More
Special Security Representative
Additional Military Duty
01.2012 - 07.2014Read More
Human Intelligence Collector 35M
United States Army
01.2009 - 07.2014Read More
Cochise College
Associate of Applied Science from Intelligence Studies