Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering a wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social, and learning skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Teacher AUSL
Tarkington School of Excellence
09.2023 - Current
Utilized a variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
Evaluated assessments and student records to gauge lesson effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for the successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Observed the development of Individual Education Plans for students with special needs.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
Performed diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management, and document coordination.
Jane A. Neil School
03.2020 - 06.2023
Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide the best learning environment.
Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining thorough documentation of services provided to students with disabilities.
Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
Education
Master of Science - Education
Depaul University
Chicago
06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH
05.2020
Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Classroom Management
Critical Thinking
Team Collaboration
Progress Evaluations
Faculty Collaboration
Material Selection
De-Escalation Techniques
Small Group Instruction
Lesson Planning
IEP development
Inclusion Strategies
Certifications And Acknowledgements
Learning Behavior Specialist 1
Illinois Professional Educators License (K-Age 22)
Member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
Board Member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)
Small company owner of Beard Boss Products (BBP)
Co-Founder of Growth Initiative, a mentorship and After-School Program, and Community Leader
Locations
Chicago, Illinois, 60643
Professional Statement
Driven and decisive professional offering collaborative experience to deliver compliance, personnel communication, and workforce programs. Flexible and focused with expertise in education, retention, mediation, staff training and development, and complex problem resolution. Develops and implements strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business strategy.
Timeline
Resident Teacher AUSL
Tarkington School of Excellence
09.2023 - Current
Performed diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management, and document coordination.