Derrill D. Pruitt

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I am a musician and educator with over 25 years of professional musical experience. I believe music can bridge the gap between educators and learners and, ultimately, help make the world a better place.

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I am a musician and educator with over 25 years of professional musical experience. I believe music can bridge the gap between educators and learners and, ultimately, help make the world a better place. I’m committed to using music in all its forms to inspire growth, collaboration, and positive change in educational settings and communities.

My career spans performance, instruction, and ministry, from leading church music ministries to teaching and paraprofessional roles in schools. I welcome opportunities to collaborate with educators to empower students, nurture creativity, and foster inclusive, engaging learning environments.

  • 27 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 7 roles

High Instructional Paraprofessional – Special EducationOct 2025 – Dec 2025 · 3 mos

Provided individualized and small group academic support to students with IEPs; assisted in differentiated instruction across multiple subjects; supported students with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges through positive reinforcement and structured routines; collaborated with teachers, therapists, and support staff; documented student progress and contributed to IEP meetings.

High Instructional Paraprofessional – Special Education · Amergis Educational Staffing (Contracted to Douglas County Schools) – Chapel Hill Elementary SchoolJul 2025 – Oct 2025 · 4 mos

Provided individualized and small group academic support to students with IEPs, ensuring accommodations and modifications were implemented effectively; assisted in differentiated instruction across multiple subjects; supported students with behavioral, social, and emotional challenges through positive reinforcement and structured routines; collaborated with general and special education teachers, therapists, and support staff; documented student performance and provided input for progress monitoring and IEP meetings.

ESE Paraprofessional (SID/PID) · Global Impact Academy STEM Magnet High School, Fulton County SchoolsJul 2019 – Jun 2024 · 5 yrs

Assisted in identifying and serving students with disabilities; provided individualized training focused on vocational skills, personal care and more helping students adapt as members of their community; supported inclusion in classroom activities and monitored progress; documented performance and provided input for progress monitoring and IEP meetings.

Music Teacher · K-Piano / Henry County SchoolsOct 2015 – May 2016 · 8 mos
Music Instructor · Floyd Chapel Baptist ChurchApr 2014 – Aug 2018 · 4 yrs 5 mos
Minister of Music / Keyboardist · Stockbridge High School / Henry County SchoolsJan 2000 – Oct 2021 · 21 yrs 10 mos
Package Handler & Drivers’ Assistant · United Parcel Service (UPS)Sep 1997 – Dec 2013 · 16 yrs 4 mos

Education

Music Major · Atlanta Metropolitan College2030 – 2026
Recording & Production Major · Atlanta Inst. of Music &Media2030 – 2026

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