Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
EDWARD HYNES CHARTER
Director of Student Services
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty, and students
Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology
Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security
Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements
Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs
Cultivated and engaged student population with successful orientation programs
Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence
Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities
Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement, and retention
Collaborated with faculty, staff, and students to identify and address institutional challenges
Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans
Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement
Prepared and administered budget of $1,500,000 for campus with 450 students
Compass Behavioral Health Clinic
Mental Health Provider
01.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
(25 hours weekly) $21/hr
Documented client progress in confidential files
Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety
Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members
Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills
Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services
Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources
Provided clients with recommendations to community resources
Facilitated support groups for clients to discuss issues related to mental health
Provided case management services to monitor client access to resources and services
Revised individual treatment plans for clients with mental health concerns to obtain best possible outcomes
Built partnerships with community agencies and service providers to remove access gaps
Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse
Supported continuity of care after discharge with individualized discharge plans
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion
Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NOLAPS
Assistant Director of Student Services
08.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
Hours weekly) $78,000/Year
Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges
Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention
Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs
Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement
Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs
Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities
Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans
Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students
Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security
Spearheaded technology initiatives to support student learning and academic excellence
Monitored and assessed results of postsecondary programs and services to identify and capitalize on potential improvements
Conferred with educators to rebalance classes, increase resource utilization, and integrate new technology
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
LOUISIANA
Director of Leadership Program
07.2019 - 08.2020
Job overview
(60 hours weekly) $85,000/Year
Owned creation and production of learning experiences and associated materials that supplemented leadership learning
Managed team of leadership solution consultants in support of client projects
Analyzed data and administered surveys to evaluate learning program effectiveness
Engaged in client discovery to identify leadership training needs and designed learning journeys and team effectiveness programs
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops
Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires
Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management
Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance
Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers
Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials
Directed field training to enhance participants' skills
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees
Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors
Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 15 employees each year
Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members
Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels
Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates
Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs
Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives
Drove departmental performance and achievement of service levels through focused team operational reviews, structured coaching, and managing to enterprise targets
LA EXCEL CARE
Education Program Consultant
07.2017 - 07.2019
Job overview
(40 hours weekly) $70,000/Year
Maintained $1.4 million grant for Louisiana Assistive Technology Initiative
Met with vendors and outlined budget and programmatic needs for current and upcoming year
Recruited, interviewed and recommended approval for hiring personnel and evaluated performance of staff members
Fostered relationship of support and collaboration with school systems to understand goals and desires for student, teacher and leader success
Developed support plans and educational improvement plans for schools and school systems
Managed administration and implementation of statewide educational assessment programs
Provided personalized customer service to parents and guardians regarding academic needs of students through phone calls, email and live video chat
Coordinated training and professional development courses for teachers and school administrators to create new teaching strategies that encourage student learning
Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff to assess education standards and classroom policies and implement changes based on data
Collaborated with school board officials to assess areas for improvement in curricula, classrooms, testing and student activities
Analyzed and restructured educational programs to comply with board regulations
Planned, coordinated and implemented career education programs to train and upgrade skills of highly-skilled workforce
Organized committees, workshops and conferences to promote social and intellectual welfare of students
Updated school curriculum to integrate technology and enhance quality of student education
Created libraries to help students gain new knowledge, skills and dispositions for learning and personal development
CRESECENT CITY SCHOOLS
Director of Special Education
05.2015 - 07.2017
Job overview
(60 hours weekly) $72,000/Year
Allocated special education staff and addressed requests for additional allocations throughout school year
Coordinated special education services through frequent principal collaboration and consultation
Evaluated and supervised itinerant teachers and support staff based on student needs
Contributed to district-level committees to support needs of students on IEPs
Coordinated staff evaluations for special education personnel
Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification
Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards
Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds
Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards
Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance
Managed budgets and resources for educational programs
RENEW CHARTER SCHOOLS
Director of Specialized Programs
07.2014 - 07.2015
Job overview
(40 hours weekly) $70,000/Year
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs
Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes
Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops
Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires
Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management
Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees
Directed field training to enhance participants' skills
Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors
Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels
Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs
Developed surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes and changes
HENRY COUNTY SCHOOLS
Special
09.2009 - 07.2014
Job overview
Hours weekly) $60,000/Year
Maintained accurate and detailed records, emergency contact information and incident reports
Helped to mediate staff and parent disputes through constructive problem-solving techniques
Coordinated across campus to create plans of support related to dispute resolution and parent concerns
Collaborate across departments in requests of student services for students with disabilities
Developed program for students 18-22 to provide on the job training for students with developmental disabilities
Created partnerships with businesses in community to build job skills and employment opportunities for students after completion of high school.
UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES
Army, Heavy Machine Operator
04.1996 - 05.2006
Job overview
Hours monthly) $500/month
Operated heavy tactical vehicles in all terrains, weather, and black-out situations
Used topographical and strip maps
Inspect cargo and its contents
Operation of different loading equipment
Operated radio and digital communication equipment.
Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections of concrete pumps according to regulations and checked brakes and fluid levels
Located parts and completed repairs and preventive maintenance with minimal oversight
Loaded and unloaded equipment from vehicles and trailers
Used pallet jacks, hand trucks, and cranes to move merchandise
Inspected work areas to organize supplies, remove debris, and eliminate safety hazards
Picked appropriate locations, rigged up systems, and monitored safety of operations
Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator-level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards
Evaluated site conditions and worked with contractors to set up truck properly
Updated daily work and maintenance logs for 18-wheeler equipment
Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
Education
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
Sarasota, FL
Doctor of Education from Educational Leadership, In Progress
University Overview
GPA: 3.9/4.0
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Athens, GA
Certification in Leadership Coaching
05.2013
University Overview
GPA: 4.0/4.0
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
Sarasota, FL
Specialist Degree from Educational Leadership
12.2009
University Overview
GPA: 3.9/4.0
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, LA
Master of Education from Special Education
12.2004
University Overview
GPA: 3.7/4.0
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
Baton Rouge, LA
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
12.2001
University Overview
GPA: 2.8/4.0
Skills
Program Development and Management
Section 504 Federal Guidelines
Staff Management and Development
Crisis Intervention
Strategic Planning
Job Coaching
Treatment Planning
Effective Communicator
Flexible and Adaptable
First Aid/CPR
Interpersonal Communication
Training and Development
G-Suite
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
Georgia Teacher and Leadership Teacher Certification #701084
Louisiana Teacher and Leadership Teacher Certification Level 3 #548316
Coaching
CPR Training
First Aid Training
Functional Behavior Assessments
CPI Training
Certification
Certified Crisis Prevention Instructor, Hynes Charter School - 2022-Present
Teaching License -2001-Present
Timeline
Mental Health Provider
Compass Behavioral Health Clinic
01.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Student Services
EDWARD HYNES CHARTER
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Student Services
NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NOLAPS
08.2020 - 08.2021
Director of Leadership Program
LOUISIANA
07.2019 - 08.2020
Education Program Consultant
LA EXCEL CARE
07.2017 - 07.2019
Director of Special Education
CRESECENT CITY SCHOOLS
05.2015 - 07.2017
Director of Specialized Programs
RENEW CHARTER SCHOOLS
07.2014 - 07.2015
Special
HENRY COUNTY SCHOOLS
09.2009 - 07.2014
Army, Heavy Machine Operator
UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES
04.1996 - 05.2006
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
Doctor of Education from Educational Leadership, In Progress
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Certification in Leadership Coaching
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
Specialist Degree from Educational Leadership
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
Master of Education from Special Education
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
Affiliations
Board Member of Children’s Council Advisory Board under Governor John B. Edwards
Board Member of Louisiana Assistive Technology Assistive Technology Initiative
Association for Gifted and Talented Students Louisiana (AGTSLA)
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
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