Dwayne Brown
Chicago,IL
Summary
Personable and positive individual with talent for effectively communicating complex concepts and fostering engaging learning environment. Well-versed in curriculum development and educational technology, bringing proficiency in lesson planning and classroom management. Dedicated to motivating Firefighters to achieve their fullest potential and fostering love for lifelong learning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
District 3 Instructor "Airport Operations"
Chicago Fire Department
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked Firefighters progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted Firefighters performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Worked with staff members and Instructors to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize Airport Firefighters education.
Engineer/EMT-B
Chicago Fire Department
03.2009 - Current
- Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.
- Enhanced safety protocols during construction projects, ensuring compliance with national standards and reducing workplace accidents.
- Enhanced team performance by collaborating with paramedics, nurses, and physicians during high-pressure situations.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emergency care protocols and procedures.
- Maximized EMS response capabilities through regular participation in multi-agency drills simulating various crisis scenarios.
- Optimized patient outcomes in cardiac arrest situations by accurately performing CPR and administering appropriate medications as directed.
Education
Illinois Fire Service Institute
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative team player
- Recordkeeping
- Student evaluation
- Testing and grading
- Continuing education
Timeline
District 3 Instructor "Airport Operations"
Chicago Fire Department
04.2024 - Current
Engineer/EMT-B
Chicago Fire Department
03.2009 - Current
Illinois Fire Service Institute
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