Ashley Summers
Vicksburg,MS
Summary
Accomplished Professional School Counselor and Mathematics Teacher with a proven track record at Warren Central High School and Vicksburg Warren School District. Leveraged multicultural competence and crisis intervention skills to enhance student well-being and academic performance. Excelled in creating supportive environments, significantly improving learning outcomes through innovative counseling and teaching strategies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Warren Central High School
07.2020 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
- Created a welcoming school atmosphere by offering resources and assistance to new students transitioning into the community.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
- Organized professional development opportunities for staff members related to mental health awareness and best practices in supporting student wellbeing.
- Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession.
- Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
- Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Mathematics Teacher
Vicksburg Warren School District
08.2013 - 05.2020
- Taught 8th grade math, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Algebra 3, AP Calculus, and Dual Credit College Algebra.
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Improved students'' problem-solving abilities by incorporating real-life applications into mathematical concepts.
Mathematics Teacher
Wayne County High School
10.2008 - 05.2013
- Taught Compensatory Mathematics 1 & 2, Transitions to Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2.
- Served as Math Department Chair during my final year there.
- Developed assessment tools for monitoring student progress, allowing for targeted support and intervention where needed.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL05.2020
Master of Science - Mathematics
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Photojournalism & American Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2008
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural Competence
- Self-care strategies
- Individual Counseling
- Student Advocacy
- Special Education Support
- Academic advising
- College preparation
- Solutions-focused
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Warren Central High School
07.2020 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Vicksburg Warren School District
08.2013 - 05.2020
Mathematics Teacher
Wayne County High School
10.2008 - 05.2013
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of West Alabama
Master of Science - Mathematics
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts - Photojournalism & American Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
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