Results-driven and tenured Educator eager to contribute expertise in motivation, knowledge retention, and comprehension within a variety of settings, specifically in a progressive learning community where these skills can be utilized cross-functionally.  

Differentiated Instruction De-escalation Techniques Planning Coordination

Learning Disabilities Students   Technology Savvy   Knowledge Retention

Curriculum Development   Conflict Management   Comprehensive Practices

 

 

Ø  Broad knowledge of all phases of instruction, including: special needs populations, interdisciplinary and differentiated curriculum development, lesson planning, student assessment and discipline management.

Ø  Vast and diverse professional and academic background with the ability to inspire and motivate many types of students.

Ø  Comprehensive understanding of the education arena due to advanced practical and academic training.  

Ø  Excel in defining and implementing policies, procedures and functional systems that boost productivity, efficiency and quality of the classroom.

Ø  Competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

Ø  Consistently focus on ensuring development of high-standard teaching protocols. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong process knowledge and technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Technology savvy and proficient in multiple software applications and platforms including: Blackboard, IgPro, ClassXp, MS Office Suite, ADM.

 

 

 

 

Ø  Demonstrate dynamic leadership qualities and strong communication skills in successfully steering planning meetings and delivering comprehensive strategies both inside and outside the classroom.

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and data analysis with the purpose of improving student learning and comprehension of different subjects.

Ø  Embrace organization initiatives and mission statement.

Ø  Develop and implement numerous protocols and policies with the purpose of identifying and resolving relevant educational issues in a proactive manner. 

Ø  Use knowledge of different learning styles and theories to effectively introduce relevant and salient curricula. 

Ø  Increase comprehension and student retention by establishing meaningful educational programs.

Ø  Skilled at managing multiple projects and leading teams in cross-functional, concerted efforts.

Ø  Stay abreast of most up-to-date research and student population trends and data in order to offer most viable recommendations to student base. 

Ø  Provide student and parent support and mentoring whenever necessary.      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High School Instructional Assistant, Robert E. Lee High School                      2005-Present

 

  Primary responsibilities: Support instruction of exceptional learners primarily with Learning Disabilities in self contained classrooms with a concentration in English 9-12 classrooms; as well as Social Studies classes, Algebra one, Algebra one part one, and Geometry. Assis students with communication technology including use of software programs such as SOLO, Write Out-loud, Speech to text as well as help students utilize hardware such as the NEO, Net-books, and laptops. 

  Proctor for standardized tests including SOLs and the SAT and PSAT.

  Assist classroom teacher with discipline issues including but not limited to filling out referral paperwork, implementing behavior modification/improvement plans in accordance with the behavior intervention plan developed by the Special Ed. Team.

  Communicate special circumstances of high need students to other support staff members.

  Assistant to Special Education Department Chair for one of four years at Lee, duties included scheduling coverage for IEP meetings, collecting and disseminating information, completing letters relating to monitoring and compliance including re-evaluation notification, and ordering office supplies. Facilitating communication between the Department Chair and staff with regards to IEP s, meetings, and support clarification for general education teachers.

 

Substitute Teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools                                                   2004-2005

 

  Primary responsibilities: Implementation of lesson plans and maintaining classroom management.

  Creation of detailed notes for classroom teacher.

  Assisted students with learning in various environments.

  Implemented various classroom management techniques for students to maintain attention, involvement and discipline during lessons.

 

Instructional Assistant, Church Hill Elementary                                                      2002-2004

 

  Primary functions: Assisted low incidence students with Autism in daily activities and provided ongoing data collection to support achievement of IEP goals.

  Implemented behavior intervention plans and assisted classroom teachers with instruction.

  Developed materials to sustain differentiated instruction including use of Board-Maker software.

  Assisted students to incorporate assistive technology in their routine in addition to other assistive communication devices including picture exchange (PEX).

 

                                                         

n Master of Arts C Education (Pending), Regent University

n Bachelor of Arts C Professional Communications, Regent University

n Member - Fairfax County Federation of Teachers

n Training - SASI

n Training - Purchasing 101 and 102

n Training C Mandt De-Escalation 

n Training - ABA

n Certificate C Hands On

n Testing C VGLA, VRA, Family and Consumer Science