CURTIS FLETCHER
Nashville,TN.**207
A highly motivated, compassionate educator with solid knowledge and experience in the field of social work and K-12 education. Demonstrated hands-on experience in the evaluation of children with behavioral and developmental problems. Ability to work within the laws of the State of Michigan and the Detroit Board of Education in facilitating the process and procedures required to best meet their educational needs. Experience in working as part of a team of professionals in education.
EDUCATION
Masters of Arts in Special Education, University of Detroit Mercy (2002-2004), Detroit, Michigan
Masters of Education Administration, University of Detroit Mercy (1999), Detroit, Michigan
Teaching Certificate, University of Detroit Mercy (1997), Detroit, Michigan
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Broadcasting, Wayne State University (1991), Detroit, Michigan
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
2000-Present Special Education Teacher
Special Education/Secondary English
Learning Disabilities
1993- 2000
English Teacher
DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Detroit, Michigan
Taft Middle School 1994-1997
Farwell Middle School 1997-2000
Mumford High School 2000-2001 Special Education/LD
Osborn High School 2001-2003 Special Education/LD
Mumford High School 2003-2006 Special Education/LD Northwestern High School 2006-2007 Special Education/LD
• Prepare daily lesson plans
• Tutor students before and after school
• Formed study skill group
• Conflict resolution between students
Allen Academy March 2008-September 2008
• Prepare daily lesson plans
• Tutor students
• Formed study group skills for students
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Metro Nashville Public Schools November 2008-Present
2002 Pre-Independent Living Coach
TODD PHILLPS CHILDRENS HOME, Detroit, Michigan
• Supervise young men for independent living
• Mentor young men for job placement
• Tutor young men for school when needed
2001 – 2002 Treatment Specialists
SAINT VINCENT SARA FISHER CENTER, Detroit, Michigan
• Tutor young men
• Teach daily living skills
• Direct and guide young men with behavioral problems
2000 – 2001 Supervisor
DON BOSCO HALL, Detroit, Michigan
• Provide counseling on youth living skills
• Monitor behavior on unit for twenty-two residents of the shelter
• Plan daily recreational activities
• Provide educational tutoring
• Run shelter youth group meeting
1995 – 1999 Supervisor-Summer Youth Program
DETROIT BOARD of EDUCATION, Detroit, Michigan
• Counsel workers with behavioral problems
• Developed good work ethics and skills
• Budget submission
• Work training and evaluation
***References available upon request ***