• Educational Specialist possessing over 20 years of experience, as well as Master Degrees in School Leadership and School Counseling.
• Demonstrated experience identifying student needs, implementing differentiated learning principles and developing Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
• Strong leadership, organizational and classroom management skills acquired throughout positions in various educational settings.

Dunbar Vocational Career Academy, Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL 2007-Present

Special Education Teacher 2015-Present

• Utilize in depth understanding of differentiated learning principles to design learning initiatives to promote student growth and development.
• Properly assess progress of 15 students and modify CTT course content appropriately.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational abilities throughout classroom management.

Evening School Coordinator 2009-Present

• Heavily involved in all aspects of scheduling and enrollment for evening classes.

Cosmetology and Radio/TV Counselor 2010-2015

• Provided career coaching and mentoring while overseeing Cosmetology and Radio/TV Small Learning Communities (SLC) students.
• Obtained in depth understanding of college applications, scholarships and FAFSA processes.

Professional School Counselor, Freshman Academy Counselor 2007-2010

• Proficiently monitored Freshmen class academics, attendance and behavior to ensure optimal student performance.
• Fulfilled key role on Instructional Leadership Team, focusing primarily on monitoring student progress while promoting effective growth initiatives.

O Keeffe School, Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL 2003-2007

Counselor/Case Manager

• Utilized strong understanding of special education processes to build highly successful teaching team and promote overall student development.
• Counseled students in individual and group settings.
• Aided special education students with transition from 8^th grade to high school.

Previous Positions:

O Keeffe School, Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL 2002-2003

Special Education Teacher

Foster Park School, Chicago Public Schools, Chicago, IL 1992-2002

Special Education Teacher

M.A. in School Leadership, Concordia University, 2007

Certification: Type 75, State of Illinois Endorsement: Principal

M.A in School Counseling, Chicago State University

Certification: Type 73, State of Illinois Endorsement: Guidance Counseling

B.A. in Special Education, Chicago State University

Certification: Type 10, State of Illinois Endorsement: EMH & Autism

Illinois Counseling Association Member

Illinois School Counselor Association Member