Michael Berry
School District 196/Bloomington School District 271
Farmington,Minnesota
32
years of professional experience
Professional educator prepared to drive student success and institutional growth. Adept at promoting positive academic environment and addressing student needs. Valued for collaborative team efforts and adaptability in dynamic educational settings. Known for strong leadership and conflict resolution abilities.
Work History
Substitute Teacher
8 Months- Delivered instruction from teacher lesson plans, maintaining classroom continuity across multiple subjects and grade levels.
- Supervised students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, and recess while enforcing school safety procedures.
- Managed classroom behavior using established discipline expectations and positive redirection strategies.
- Recorded attendance, completed daily classroom reports, and communicated important updates to assigned staff.
DEAN OF STUDENTS
9 Months- Member of the WRAP, PBIS, BILT, and Equity Committee.
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Coordinated MCA and Fast Bridge testing.
- Led student behavior interventions, applying restorative practices and consistent discipline procedures.
- Collaborated with counselors, administrators, and staff on individualized intervention plans.
BEHAVIOR CONSULTANT
1 Year 4 Months- Conducted FBA's (Functional Behavioral Assessments) and BSP's (Behavioral Support Plans) for the district and its nine schools. Supervised and trained 19 Behavioral Cadre staff members. Member of the District's crisis support team. Attended IEP meetings as the District Representative
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
2 Years 7 MonthsEBD TEACHER
6 MonthsINTERVENTION SPECIALIST
5 Years 6 Months- Conducting peer mediations: applying restorative justice model, conflict resolution, crisis prevention intervention, conducting groups, providing positive parent contact, full assessment and completion of behavioral referrals, monitoring student attendance and truancy reporting, culturally responsive teaching, member of school-based committees and school improvement team
- I have advanced knowledge and practice of PBIS and the Responsive classroom format
STUDENT LEARNING ADVOCATE
2 Years 9 MonthsDEAN OF STUDENTS
1 Year 11 MonthsASSISTANT DIRECTOR/DEAN OF STUDENTS
1 Year 9 MonthsYOUTH DEVELOPMENT CASE MANAGER
2 Years 1 MonthDEAN OF STUDENTS & RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR
2 Years 11 MonthsJUVENILE CORRECTIONS COUNSELOR
7 YearsBEHAVIORAL SUPERVISOR
4 Years 10 MonthsEducation
Master of Science - Leadership And Management
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
- Air Radar Control
No Degree - Special Ed Licensing Program
Skills
Behavior management
Positive behavior intervention
Conflict resolution
Team collaboration
Leadership skills
Student engagement
Crisis management
Multicultural competence
Multi-tiered support systems
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
School District 196/Bloomington School District 271
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
DEAN OF STUDENTS
Wayzata Public Schools
09.2024 - 06.2025Read More
BEHAVIOR CONSULTANT
Bethel School District
04.2023 - 08.2024Read More
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Honolulu School District
08.2020 - 03.2023Read More
EBD TEACHER
South Washington County School District
12.2017 - 06.2018Read More
INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
Roseville School District
12.2010 - 06.2016Read More
STUDENT LEARNING ADVOCATE
Anoka-Hennepin School District
09.2009 - 06.2012Read More
DEAN OF STUDENTS
Prodeo Academy
07.2006 - 06.2008Read More
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/DEAN OF STUDENTS
New Voyage Charter School
09.2004 - 06.2006Read More
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CASE MANAGER
Point Northwest
02.2002 - 03.2004Read More
DEAN OF STUDENTS & RESIDENTIAL DIRECTOR
Covenant Academy of Minnesota
07.1999 - 06.2002Read More
JUVENILE CORRECTIONS COUNSELOR
Sheriffs Youth Program
08.1994 - 08.2001Read More
BEHAVIORAL SUPERVISOR
School District 196/ Dakota Hills Middle School
08.1994 - 06.1999Read More
Community College of the Air Force
from Air Radar Control
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University of Arkansas
Master of Science from Leadership And Management
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Grantham University
Bachelor of Science from Multidisciplinary Studies
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ITEACH HAWAII SATEP
No Degree from Special Ed Licensing Program
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