Derrick Jones
Blaine
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in developing equity and inclusion programs. Skilled in collaborative problem solving and effective communication, contributing to improved student outcomes through tailored academic support and proactive behavior management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Restorative justice lead
Paladin Career Technical High School
Blaine
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented programs to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Collaborated with faculty to address student academic challenges effectively.
- Facilitated meetings between students, peers, and teachers to resolve grievances.
- Managed student behavior to ensure adherence to policies promoting a safe environment.
- Provided crisis intervention assistance for students facing personal or academic difficulties.
- Maintained confidential records of student conduct cases using established protocols.
Para Coordinator
Learning For Leadership Charter
Minneapolis
11.2007 - 08.2018
- Facilitated implementation of individualized education plans for students to enhance learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress and provided regular observations to educators for informed decision-making.
- Implemented behavioral interventions that fostered positive engagement among students.
- Encouraged full participation from students through strategic use of positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supervised paraprofessionals in daily duties, ensuring effective communication and collaboration during team meetings.
Education
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Century College
White Bear Lake, MNSkills
- Crisis intervention
- Academic support
- Behavior management
- Collaborative problem solving
- Effective communication
- Record keeping
- Disability services
- Relationship building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Restorative justice lead
Paladin Career Technical High School
08.2018 - Current
Para Coordinator
Learning For Leadership Charter
11.2007 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Century College