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Michelle Darby

New York,NY
Michelle Darby

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to partnering to create an engaged and empowered work culture. Dedicated to streamlining operations to maintain employee and customer satisfaction. A self-starter, that uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgement, and a passion for developing relationships to positively impact company success.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

The Dwight School

Equity Coordinator
11.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Supports teachers in grades PreK-12 in implementing the Social Justice Standards; ensuring curriculum is diverse in representation, inclusive of varying perspectives, and incorporates issues of social justice and action
  • Conducted school-wide self-study, and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data from all constituents; from which a DEI Strategic plan was developed
  • Developed online Anti-Bias training module, and policies and procedures to support diverse community members, increase accountability and reduce incidents
  • Facilitated professional development for Dwight's community of 400+ personnel, catering sessions to beginners and those experienced in this work, and to varying departments and divisions, including faculty, admissions, and administration
  • Established Anti-Racist & Bias support team, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Board, and DEI Hiring Committee
  • Supports HR department in bringing a DEI lens to the hiring process and supports and services provided: organized onboarding tracking system, developed candidate evaluation and rubric, and streamlined process
  • Established schoolwide DEI-focused webpage for employees

The Dwight School

Quest Teacher - Learning Specialist
09.2014 - Current

Job overview

  • Led individualized support sessions for students grades 1-8 focused with an emphasis on executive functioning skills; including organization, time management, self-advocacy skills, and initiation of tasks
  • Collaborated with classroom and subject teachers to monitor progress and develop differentiation strategies specific to each student
  • Created, collected, and recorded data on student progress and developed Individualized Plans
  • Promoted and facilitated the use of phonetic programs, such as Wilson Fundations

Public School PS48

Classroom Teacher
08.2004 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • Supported students of varying abilities in grades K-5 in varying class settings: Collaborative Team Teaching, Self-Contained Special Education, Special Support Provider 1:1
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students
  • Developed multi-disciplinary curriculum for K, 1 and for self-contained 3rd-5th grade
  • Advised on hiring board and budget council
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies

Los Niño's Incorporated

Special Instruction Teacher
12.2010 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Birth – Preschool
  • Utilized various models in 1:1 instruction including Applied Behavioral Analysis, the Floor Time approach, and Positive Behavior Support
  • Compiled progress notes on each session and analyzed and shared student performance data used to adjust instruction

YMCA Camp Campbell Gard

Director of Special Needs Program
06.2004 - 08.2004

Job overview

  • Ensured the medical and physical needs of each child were met, including care and medication schedules
  • Facilitated the mainstreaming of campers into daily activities regardless of needs, including establishing modified recreational activities
  • Secured funding for individual weekly tuition.

Various

Customer Service

Job overview

  • Living Room Coffee House Manager: responsible for managing front of house operations, scheduling, and record of sales
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car Agent: increased sales, responsible for customer satisfaction, and keeping accurate records
  • Server @ Saggios & North Forth: responsible for customer satisfaction and cross-training

Education

Hunter College
New York, NY

Masters from Science of Teaching, Early Childhood Special

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science from Science of Teaching, Childhood

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • G Suite
  • Records Management, Account Tracking
  • Delinquent Account Management
  • Document and Records Management
  • Customer Interaction
  • Equity Measures
  • Policy and Procedure Adherence
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Detail Oriented
  • Data Focused
  • Communication

Certification

  • NYS Professional Certificate - Childhood Education Gr. K-6
  • NYS Professional Certificate - Early Childhood Special Education Yr2-Gr 6
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Timeline

Equity Coordinator

The Dwight School
11.2018 - Current

Quest Teacher - Learning Specialist

The Dwight School
09.2014 - Current

Special Instruction Teacher

Los Niño's Incorporated
12.2010 - 01.2014

Classroom Teacher

Public School PS48
08.2004 - 08.2014

Director of Special Needs Program

YMCA Camp Campbell Gard
06.2004 - 08.2004

Customer Service

Various

Hunter College

Masters from Science of Teaching, Early Childhood Special

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Science from Science of Teaching, Childhood

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