Accomplished professional enthusiastic about sports and writing engaging, compelling copy for diverse clients. Detail-oriented editor with commitment to accuracy and efficiency. Effortlessly coordinates sports content across multiple platforms.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Emge Elementary
O'Fallon
08.2021 - Current
Develop individualized education plans for students with diverse needs
Implement classroom activities that promote social and academic growth
Collaborate with parents and staff to support student development
Use technology tools to enhance lesson delivery and engagement
Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles
Conduct assessments to monitor student progress effectively
Manage classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques
Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
Established positive relationships with students and their families.
Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
Organized field trips or community experiences to enhance learning opportunities for special education students.
Coordinated schedules and managed workflow to ensure timely service delivery.
Managed team of Paraprofessionals.
Paraprofessional
Hawthorn Elementary School
Saint Peters
02.2016 - 08.2021
Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson preparation.
Supported students with special needs during instructional activities.
Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe learning environment.
Associate Agent
Platinum Sports & Entertainment Management
Saint Charles
01.2012 - 06.2018
Assisted in creating social media content for campaigns and promotions.
Conducted market research to identify trends and customer preferences.
Supported the marketing team in organizing promotional events and activities.
Collaborated with team members to develop engaging marketing materials.
Prepared detailed reports on team performance for management review.
Conducted in-depth research on emerging sports trends and analytics tools.
Presented findings at team meetings to support strategic decision-making.
Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base on current trends in sports analytics research.
Youth Leader
YMCA
Saint Charles
02.2010 - 02.2016
Developed lesson plans for diverse group activities and educational workshops.
Coordinated community service projects enhancing social responsibility among participants.
Collaborated with staff to create safe and inclusive environments for all members.
Organized events encouraging participation in physical fitness and wellness activities.
Trained volunteers on program delivery and best practices for youth engagement.
Provided guidance and mentorship to youth in developing healthy relationships with peers and adults.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12 Cross Categorical
Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
04-2021
Master of Science - Sport Management
Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
04-2014
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO
04-2009
Skills
Individualized education plans
Behavior management
Classroom management
Assessment techniques
Data analysis
Paraprofessional oversight
Market research
Communication skills
Project management
Content creation
Accomplishments
Employee of the Year; 2019
Affiliations
Collegiate Athlete - Men’s Soccer; 2005-2008
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Emge Elementary
08.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Hawthorn Elementary School
02.2016 - 08.2021
Associate Agent
Platinum Sports & Entertainment Management
01.2012 - 06.2018
Youth Leader
YMCA
02.2010 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education K-12 Cross Categorical