SHLINDA GREER M.S., B.S.

Chicago, Illinois

Cell: 773-***-****

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Education Summary

M.A.T. Degree Major Special Education, Relay GSE, Chicago, IL. (to be awarded in 2022) Cook County Court Advocate Certification (2009), master’s in criminal / Social Justice - December 2008, Lewis University, Romeoville, IL. Certification in Fraud and Forensic Management, June 2007. Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL. Bachelor of Science, Chicago State University, 2005, Chicago, IL. Northwestern University, Chicago, IL Internship, Community Justice for Youth Institute, 2005. Major in Criminal Justice (Major GPA 3.50) (Presidential Scholar) Associates of Arts, Olive Harvey College, 2003 Major in Criminal Justice (Major GPA 3.83) Special Needs Certificate/INCRRA. Illinois State Board of Education State and NCLB Approved Para-Professional /Substitute Teaching Type 39 Certification K-12 all areas.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

2019-Current Learn Charter Network- Diverse Learning Teacher

My goal as a Special Education teacher is to identify the individual needs of each

individual student, create a healthy, inspiring and supportive learning environment.

Teach small groups inside and outside the classroom, prepare and execute lesson plans and seek out resources. Complete IEP’s and attend schedule meetings for students,

Provide progress monitoring and collaborate with Class Teacher and Teachers Assistant.

Maintain a positive line of communications with parents.

2018-2019 AAA Academy- Teacher

Social Studies and Health Teacher providing students with guided curriculum. In addition to weekly lesson plans. Working on various committees such as curriculum planning committee, history committee, and poetry slam committee. Working with students with disruptive behaviors, completing IEP’s and attending IEP meetings.

2017-2018 Tinley Park High School -Educator

Supplemental Educational Service program providing Freshman - Seniors students with social, emotional, and academic tutoring and mentoring in English, Math and Science through small groups and individualized programming. The Provide program Progression of Responsibility, Independence, Determination, and Excellence is focus on in modification of behavior patterns while working with the students socially, emotionally and academically.

2015- South Shore High School – Coach

Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

2013-2015 Club Kace AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) Head Coach

Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

2013-2015 Morgan Park High School, Varsity Head Volleyball Coach

Position is responsible for coaching student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition. Position motivates student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

2013 Frazier Prep Academy -Instructor

The job of a Spanish Teacher involves helping students communicate and understand the Spanish language. They encourage students to practice vocabularies they’ve learned and assist them in accurately listening, speaking, writing and reading Spanish. Techniques such as role-playing, dialogue, language games, literature, film, and other formal exercises are used in teaching foreign languages.

2012-2013 CICS Larry Hawkins High School, RTI Interventionist

A response to intervention (RTI) is an educator found in middle and high school schools nationwide. One-part teacher and one-part school psychologist, this professional works to ensure that both the academic, as well as the psychological and emotional, needs of each child are met.

Key Achievement (s)

Proctor state exams (ISAT/ NWEA/ACT)

RTI Programming, ACT Prep, Credit Recovery

2011-2012 Indiana University-Gary, IN. Student Instructor Provided small group tutoring / one one tutoring. Services were provided at University site located in the student support service area. Subject areas included (Writing, English, Sociology, Criminal Justice and Psychology Contacted assigned students to set up appointments for tutoring, provided supplemental material for students, discuss students work with Tutorial Coordinator Attended additional training sessions to develop better tutoring skills

Key Achievement (s):

Assisted students with achieving above average grades

Implemented various study skill techniques

2006-2018 SD Incorporated, Dolton, IL. Executive Director

Completed the majority of administrative task involving task in childcare facility. Processed enrollments, keeping attendance and health and safety records, ordering supplies and keeping billing records. Kept all students files up to date, including medical and emergency contact information, and records of behavior incidents. Hired and trained staff which included teachers, assistant teachers, student’s teachers and interns Conducted teacher evaluations and promotes training sessions of Early Childhood Education (ECE) in continuing education. Instituted compliance with licensing standards, Instituted fire and disaster preparedness drill of emergency evaluations.

Key Achievement (s):

Built a strong relationship with parents and community leaders as liaison for the childcare institute

Developed internal management system that promotes development and growth within the educational requirements and continuing education development relating to teachers, teacher’s aides, and staff.

2004-2006 Transitional Living Institute - Chicago, IL. Youth Counselor

Developed thriving career consulting practice through referrals, an extensive network of contracts, and client’s satisfaction. Provided coaching to individuals and groups, utilizing in-depth assessments to identify career objectives, role playing to prepare for interviews, and tools for successful cold- calling and follow- through.

Key Achievement (s): Facilitated Group Coaching Session, providing coaching and mentoring to help group of diverse individuals achieve personal and professional goals.

2002-2005 Michael A. Johnson Attorneys at Law- Chicago, IL. Paralegal

Supported defense attorney in a diverse array of high-profile legal cases, including contract dispute resolution, intellectual property, labor /human rights issues, civil right litigation, habeas corpus Death Row Appeals case and a federal criminal investigation. Prepare witnesses, trial exhibits and depositions as part of complex arbitration. Performed extensive legal research, drafted briefs and collated evidence for presentation at hearings.

Key Achievement (s):

Assist in trial proceedings/ research Lexis/Nexus

2004-2005 Briar Place Nursing Facility- Psych-Social Aide

Worked with individuals/ group based in a small setting. Assisted patients with the adjustments of their conditioning by providing them with coping skills and setting lifestyle goals. Guided psychiatric patients with difficult life projects such as going to college or maintaining employment. These services were provided at a long-term health facility. Maintained MDS (Minimum Data Set). MDS is a key tool that process of assessing the functional capabilities of residents of certified nursing facilities.

Key Achievement (s):

Maintained MDS for caseload of 30 to 35 patients. The MDS covers such areas as the patient's mood, behavior patterns, cognitive abilities

and nutrition need.

Implemented Residential Instrument (RAI) to gather information from residents and their families at initial periodic interviews.

2002-2004 Salvation Army Correctional Division- Chicago, Il. Correctional Officer/ Cashier

Provided safety and security for residential facility of 175 members men and women. Facilitate programming for residents referred by the Bureau of Prison (BOP) under contract with the Department of Justice. Monitored and maintained records for the resident’s movements. Process resident’s payments subsidy payments for housing arrangements.

Key Achievement (s):

Provided a safe, secured and structured environment which offenders are given positive motivation to make effective changes in their life.

Provided restorative justice programming which included personal life skills training and specially planned efforts to reconcile with family and the community.

Implemented academic and vocational skills, provided tutoring and literacy skill and basic computer skills,

Managed and maintained reports consisting of guidelines and status reports for drafting billing data.

Drafted petitions and/ complaints also answers as well as any counter or cross claims against plaintiff or third party.

Analyzed legal documents for accuracy

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

(APPA)American Probation and Parole Assoc. 2011(ACFE) Association of Certified Fraud Examiners 2006, 2007 Secretary. (Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.) 2005, – current position held Parliamentarian National Association of Black s in Criminal Justice, (NABCJ) 2004, 2005. (Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society) 2002, 2003, National Tutoring Association 2012, Certificate in Grant Writing, Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society,2005. IHSA Member, Head Girls Volley Ball Coach Morgan Park High School, South Shore Girls & Boys High School Volleyball Coach, Volunteer Target Hope High Saturday College Program, Chatham Food Pantry

Shlinda Greer

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Dear Hiring Administrator,

This letter of application greets you to portray my qualifications and experience for a social studies position in your institution. I come as a qualified professional with over 19 years of academic and 10 years work experience in the education, management and /or counseling realm. Having the opportunity to apply my knowledge and work expertise would be a welcoming experience

My credentials include:

PhD Organizational Leadership, Argosy University, Chicago, IL. (to be awarded 2020)

(CASA) Court Appointed Special Advocate Cook County IL. Certification

M.S. Criminal and Social Justice, Lewis University,

Certification in Fraud and Forensic Management, Saint Xavier University,

Bachelor of Science, Chicago State University, Magna Cum Laude

Para-professional and NCLB approved Type 39 Certification K-12 all areas.

Internship Community Justice for Youth Institute, North Western University,

Major in Criminal Justice (Major GPA 3.50) (Presidential Scholar) Associates of Arts, Olive Harvey College,

Paralegal, Michael Johnson Attorney at Law, (Criminal Defense)

Correctional Officer, Federal Bureau Division

My extraordinary abilities and knowledge, along with exceptional work experience, enables me to enhance your institution vision. I have worked with various transitioning programs including TRIO Program. TRIO is a subsidiary program within colleges that assist the students with tutoring and mentoring while they are completing their degrees. I have worked with several programs including but not limited to Transitional Living Institute as a youth counselor, a volleyball coach for both girls and boys. I have volunteered over 6 years with Target hope as an advocate for youth development. Having the ability to work with the youth to complete college applications, resumes, personal statements, scholarship applications and scholarship research. I have worked as a youth mentor for several years while coaching them on and off the court. Devoting my time on Sundays for college planning as a result many of my girls have been excepted into 4-year colleges with full- rides. I explain to them that often time sports are a stepping stone to success. A tool used as endurance, motivation, leadership, and team building.

My attached resume details my career highlights and achievements. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and discuss a probable future with your organization. Thank you in advance for your consideration, and thoughtfulness and I await your response.

Respectfully yours,

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