Barbara Werthing
Jackson,TN
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills for the purpose of helping people.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager 2
Tennessee Department Of Children Services
03.2023 - Current
- Achieve positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Communicate between clients, and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Coordinate identified services for clients, resulting in improved overall well-being and self-sufficiency.
- Meet with the youth and family in the home to assess the home environment
- Keep all documentation current and accurate in TFACTS System.
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Collaborate with child and family teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support plans with action steps.
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Decatur Public Schools District 61
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement innovative instructional strategies.
- Improved student achievement by analyzing data and setting measurable goals for academic growth.
- Boosted teacher effectiveness through targeted professional development opportunities and ongoing support.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by establishing strong relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders by implementing effective systems for sharing information and resources.
- Increased family and community engagement by organizing events that highlighted student accomplishments and promoted school pride.
- Facilitated cross-curricular collaboration among faculty to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities for students.
- Empowered educators to take ownership of their professional growth through reflective practices and goal-setting activities.
- Contributed to a positive school climate by modeling ethical leadership behaviors and fostering open lines of communication among all stakeholders.
- Developed and executed intervention plans for struggling students, connecting them with appropriate resources to improve academic outcomes.
- Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
Assistant High School Principal
Decatur Public Schools District 61
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Enhanced school culture by promoting positive behavior and implementing various engagement strategies for students, parents and the community
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement effective instructional practices, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Conducted teacher evaluations and provided constructive feedback for professional growth and development.
- Assisted in the development of curriculum maps, ensuring alignment with state standards and fostering consistent instruction across grade levels.
- Oversaw the implementation of school-wide assessment systems, enabling data-driven decision-making for instructional improvement.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for faculty to enhance teaching practices and promote continuous learning.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among stakeholders while maintaining open lines of communication and mutual respect.
- Monitored student progress using various assessment methods, allowing for targeted interventions when necessary.
- Supervised special education services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while meeting individual needs of diverse learners.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses to provide career exploration opportunities for high school students interested in vocational pathways.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
Alternative School Principal
Decatur Public Schools District 61
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Improved school performance by implementing innovative leadership strategies and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness with comprehensive professional development programs and ongoing support.
- Increased parent engagement through regular communication, transition meeting for parents and home school staff, and events focused on student success.
- Developed data-driven initiatives to identify areas of improvement and implement targeted interventions for students in need.
- Worked collaborative with parents, students, and home school to develop behavior individual plans
- Oversaw faculty hiring process ensuring highly qualified educators committed to student success were recruited and retained at the school level.
- Implemented a comprehensive evaluation system for teachers, providing constructive feedback for growth and improvement.
- Championed student mental health by introducing counseling services, stress-relief programs, and fostering a supportive school community.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness 3 times a school year.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification during weekly learning walks and scheduled observations.
Professional Development Coordinator
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2005 - 07.2011
- Enhanced professional development offerings by assessing needs and collaborating with subject matter experts.
- Improved overall staff performance by designing and conducting targeted training sessions.
- Developed customized training materials to address specific skills gaps in staff members.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of professional development initiatives, making necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
- Promoted a culture of learning by organizing regular workshops, seminars, and guest speaker events.
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration to enhance skill-sharing among different departments.
- Boosted employee engagement with creative and interactive training sessions tailored to various learning styles.
- Facilitated communication between managers and staff regarding individual performance improvement plans based on assessed needs.
- Spearheaded design and implementation of multiple training courses to establish successful onboarding of new employees.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Mathematics, English, and Science.
- Negotiated contracts and delivery plans with vendors.
Middle School English Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2000 - 08.2005
- Improved student literacy levels by implementing targeted reading intervention strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create an interdisciplinary approach for cross-curricular learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and modifying instruction as needed.
- Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and individualized support plans.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior, ensuring timely communication with parents and administration.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Maryville High School
Maryville, MONo Degree - Elementary Education K-8 Certification
Harris-Stowe State University
St Louis, MOBachelor of Science - Interior Design
Lambuth University
Jackson, TNMaster of Arts - Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
Saint CharlesSkills
- Case management
- Needs assessment
- Effective communication
- Substance abuse awareness
- Develop client safety plans
- Accurate Record keeping
- Motivation Interviewing
- Home visit protocol
- Time management
- Microsoft Word
- Verbal Communication
Timeline
Case Manager 2
Tennessee Department Of Children Services
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Decatur Public Schools District 61
08.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant High School Principal
Decatur Public Schools District 61
07.2017 - 08.2019
Alternative School Principal
Decatur Public Schools District 61
06.2017 - 08.2019
Professional Development Coordinator
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2005 - 07.2011
Middle School English Teacher
Riverview Gardens School District
08.2000 - 08.2005
Master of Arts - Education
Maryville High School
No Degree - Elementary Education K-8 Certification
Harris-Stowe State University
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
Lambuth University
Master of Arts - Educational Administration
Lindenwood University
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