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Education
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Annissa Duane

Annissa Duane

FARMINGTON,AR

Summary

Accomplished professional in the field of educational and career guidance, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possesses specialized skills in student counseling, the development of behavioral intervention programs, and project management. Excels through empathetic listening, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal support and guidance for individuals seeking educational and career advice.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Counselor

Springdale Public Schools - Don Tyson School of Innovation
Springdale, Arkansas
07.2020 - 06.2025
  • Developed and implemented targeted counseling curricula, small-group programs, and classroom guidance lessons to enhance academic success.
  • Provided individualized academic counseling and course scheduling to promote short- and long-term student success.
  • Served on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) team, leading initiatives to improve school climate.
  • Led Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) team in best practices for managing student behaviors.
  • Created and delivered training sessions for faculty and staff to strengthen behavior management strategies.
  • Facilitated communication among stakeholders to align families, staff, and administrators in supporting student outcomes.

Classroom Teacher

Fayetteville Public Schools - Holt Middle School
Fayetteville, Arkansas
10.2013 - 06.2020
  • Delivered engaging instruction in Language Arts, Social Studies, and Math for fifth grade.
  • Facilitated advisory groups focused on character development and social skills each morning.
  • Piloted Standards-Based Grading program to enhance assessment practices and foster academic improvement.
  • Collaborated with educators to analyze student performance data and implement academic interventions.
  • Led small group instruction daily to support content mastery and address diverse learning needs.

Human Resources Clerical & Guest Services Trainer

Target Corporations
Fayetteville, Arkansas
06.2006 - 10.2013
  • Years 1-6: Served guests in returns, finding items, creating registries, and excellent customer service care
  • Year 7: Served as HR Clerical creating efficient schedules each week for employees with 99% or higher accuracy based on needs
  • Assisted in the hiring processes by leading new employees through orientation and training

Education

Master of Science - School Counseling

University of Central Arkansas
Conway
05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Drury University
Springfield, MO
05.2012

Skills

  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Google Workspace expertise
  • Career advising and counseling
  • Solutions-oriented approach
  • Behavioral intervention strategies
  • Curriculum design
  • Student assessment techniques
  • Training facilitation skills
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Student advocacy initiatives
  • Multicultural competence

Affiliations

  • Down Syndrome Connection of Northwest Arkansas Member
  • Leader of hospitality team at New Heights Church Fayetteville

Certification

  • Arkansas Elementary Teaching License Grades 1-6 | valid 01/01/2025 to 12/21/2029
  • Arkansas Guidance & Counseling License Grades K-12 | valid 01/01/2025 to 12/21/2029

Accomplishments

  • COUNCIL OF INNOVATION 2022-2023: Selected by staff to be on a committee to develop systemic changes within the school that align with the High Reliability Schools frameworks.
  • RTI BEHAVIOR TEAM 2023-2025: Developed a building-wide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS)
  • TRAINING 2023-2024Trained all staff on the MTSS system and implementation and small group of staff on Conscious Discipline Practices
  • DEVELOPED SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM 2020-2025: Helped create a school counseling program that effectively supported students in their academic, social/emotional, and career development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Counselor

Springdale Public Schools - Don Tyson School of Innovation
07.2020 - 06.2025

Classroom Teacher

Fayetteville Public Schools - Holt Middle School
10.2013 - 06.2020

Human Resources Clerical & Guest Services Trainer

Target Corporations
06.2006 - 10.2013

Master of Science - School Counseling

University of Central Arkansas

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Drury University

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