Teacher

Posted on: 2006-03-03

Tereon Gilliam 404.409.4292 || [email protected] 2011 Lakefront Drive, Apt. 104 || Collierville, Tennessee 38017 Qualifications Summary Dependable, service-oriented professional with a diverse background, including experience in special education, human services, and business operations. Excels working with middle school students, assessing their individual needs and helping them to reach their highest potential. Proven ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced, demanding environments. Insightful leader who incorporates innovative management techniques and communicates easily with diverse populations. Computer skills include: Microsoft Word || Power Point || Excel || Access || Word Perfect || Internet Explorer Professional Experience Special Education · Collaborated closely with the Special Education Department, teachers, staff, students and parents, regarding student needs and abilities. · Designed and implemented programs and lesson plans for students of various ability levels. · Conducted evaluations and assessments for referral and mainstreaming students. · Maintained a structured, monitored, and self-contained classroom environment. · Assisted Principal in student campus supervision and managed an In-School Restriction Program. · Utilized appropriate behavior modification techniques and enforced all school rules and district policies. · Maintained program records of statements and related documentation. Human Services · Obtained thousands of dollars in donations and training funds for the Tribal Employee Rights Program. · Implemented rules and effectively enforced Labor Codes, Federal Laws, and Tribal Laws. · Developed a successful minority-hiring program. · Created and authored an Emergency Response Plan through close collaboration with local Fire and Police Departments. · Organized safety training programs to improve employee skill sets; resulted in 50% increase of employment on the reservation. · Executed investigations in a timely response, addressing all employee grievances and providing interpretation of tribal and federal laws and procedures. Business Operations · Negotiated agreements with private sector employees conducting business on the reservation and on all property owned by the Quechan Indian Tribe. · Managed all safety aspects and inspections on the construction of a $15 million casino. · Budgeted, purchased, and maintained all emergency equipment and supplies. · Implemented and enforced company policy and procedures and led team members to complete daily tasks. · Trained, developed, and counseled a team of 20+ employees that met all quotas set by store management. · Organized and maintained client records, and met and exceeded all sales and customer service goals. Tereon Gilliam || Page Two Employment History RICHLAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2, Columbia, South Carolina 2004 – 2006 Special Education Teacher’s Aide LANCOME, Columbia, South Carolina 2003 – 2004 Cosmetics Consultant / Sales Associate TARGET, Columbia, South Carolina 2003- 2003 Guest Services Team Leader QUECHAN INDIAN TRIBE, Winterhaven, California 2002 – 2003 Tribal Employee Rights Manager / Safety Manager SAN PASQUAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, Winterhaven, California 2000 – 2002 In-School Restriction Facilitator Education & Professional Development GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Currently working toward Master’s Degree in Special Education, expected December 2006 NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY, Yuma, AZ Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, 2002 · OSHA 500 - Safety in the Construction Industry || OSHA 309 - Electrical Standards || HAZMAT · First Aid & CPR || First Responders || Emergency Response Planning || Child Car Seat Safety