ALLY PHILLIPS
Gibson City,IL
Summary
Professional educator with strong focus on K-12 instruction and classroom management. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment, ensuring students' needs are met, and adapting to dynamic educational settings. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and implementing individualized learning strategies. Known for reliability, teamwork, and achieving educational goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Rantoul City Schools
Rantoul, IL, US
11.2023 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans to support diverse learning needs in classroom settings.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Provided individualized attention to students, promoting academic growth and confidence.
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences for students.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
Job Counselor
Cunningham Children's Home
Urbana-Champaign, IL, US
- Provided guidance and mentorship to clients, fostering self-esteem and resilience in their job search.
- Assessed client needs through comprehensive evaluations, enabling personalized career pathways and effective resource allocation.
- Partnered with community organizations to create networking opportunities, strengthening client connections and increasing job prospects.
- Developed interactive workshops focused on resume writing and interview skills, leading to noticeable improvements in client confidence and readiness.
Behavioral Interventionist
Cunningham Children's Home
Urbana-Champaign, IL, US
- Provided compassionate care to children with behavioral challenges, fostering a nurturing environment that encouraged personal growth.
- Implemented individualized intervention plans, resulting in measurable improvements in children's emotional regulation and social skills.
- Worked closely with therapists and educators to develop cohesive strategies, enhancing the overall support network for children.
- Monitored and assessed behavioral progress through data collection, informing adjustments to intervention techniques for optimal outcomes.
Teaching Assistant- Mental Health
Nexus Family Healing
Onarga, IL, US
Assistant Teacher
Eastern Central Illinois Community Action Agency
Danville, IL, US
- Assists the teacher in planning, organizing and supervising the children's daily classroom schedule.
Teacher Aide
Little Wings Childcare and Learning Center
Rantoul, IL, US
- Cleaned and organized classrooms for maximum efficiency.
- Kept students safe inside and outside classrooms by proactively monitoring behaviors and tracking student movements, safety hazards and visitors.
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans.
- Supervised students and maintained security throughout school buildings and on field trips.
- Guided diverse classrooms, ensuring curriculum adherence and fostering student engagement.
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs, enhancing student comprehension.
- Collaborated with faculty to maintain seamless transitions and uphold educational standards.
- Fostered a positive learning environment, encouraging student engagement and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Rantoul, IL, US
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling to provide final verification of prescription.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of problem prescriptions and customer questions to maintain optimal team efficiency.
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
Rantoul, IL, US
- Managed personnel scheduling, facilitating adequate coverage to meet demand.
- Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by implementing organization systems for financial reports, schedules and inventory control.
Education
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Grand Canyon University
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Parkland College
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Classroom experience
- Special education
- Childhood development
- Behavior management
- Early childhood education
- Teaching
- Experience with children
- Experience working with students
- Retail
Additional Information - Certifications And Licenses
- TCI Trained
- Substitute License
- Paraprofessional License
Certification
Substitute License
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Rantoul City Schools
11.2023 - Current
Behavioral Interventionist
Cunningham Children's Home
Teaching Assistant- Mental Health
Nexus Family Healing
Assistant Teacher
Eastern Central Illinois Community Action Agency
Teacher Aide
Little Wings Childcare and Learning Center
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Assistant Manager
Family Dollar
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Grand Canyon University
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Parkland College
Job Counselor
Cunningham Children's Home