Monica Odom
Brooklyn,MS
Summary
Dynamic Special Education Teacher with a proven track record at Perry County School District, adept in behavior modifications and parent communication. Excelled in creating individualized lesson plans and fostering student engagement, leading to significant progress. Skilled in both classroom management and graphic design, demonstrating versatility and a results-driven approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Perry County School District
07.2024 - Current
- Assist struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Teach multiple subjects to students with intellectual disabilities.
- Cultivate connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Work closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
- Improve behavior by modeling positive choices and teaching socially-acceptable options.
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Perry County School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Office Manager
Rowell Transport, LLC
02.2012 - 07.2017
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Conducted payroll
Store Manager and Graphic Designer
Ashley Sporting Goods
02.2003 - 02.2012
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Created designs for team uniforms and personal orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Communication
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS07.2024
Associate of Science - Education
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS04.2022
High School Diploma -
Perry Central High School
New Augusta, MS05.2003
Skills
- Behavior Modifications
- Head Teacher Support
- Student Records Management
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Parent Communication
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Perry County School District
07.2024 - Current
Special Education Teacher Assistant
Perry County School District
07.2017 - 06.2024
Office Manager
Rowell Transport, LLC
02.2012 - 07.2017
Store Manager and Graphic Designer
Ashley Sporting Goods
02.2003 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Communication
William Carey University
Associate of Science - Education
Pearl River Community College
High School Diploma -
Perry Central High School
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