Brandy Horne
Lakeview,SC
Summary
I have been in education for more than 23 years. More than 15 of those years were spent as a School Guidance Counselor. Helping students not only academically, but also emotionally makes my heart happy.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Nurse
McLeod Dillon
Dillon, SC
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in pre-operative and post-operative patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to maintain sterile environments and adhere to infection control protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, facilitating timely interventions for patient health.
- Prepared surgical instruments and supplies, contributing to efficient workflow during operations.
- Educated patients on post-surgical care routines, enhancing recovery outcomes through clear communication.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care across departments.
- Responded effectively to emergencies, utilizing critical thinking to manage patient care under pressure.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Teacher, K, 1st, 5th
Lake View Elementary School
Lake View, SC
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and participation.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, ensuring individual needs were met.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that promote critical thinking skills.
- Communicated regularly with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Lead Guidance Counselor
Aynor High School
Aynor, SC
06.2011 - 06.2018
- Developed personalized academic and career plans for students to enhance educational outcomes.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions addressing student needs and concerns.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to identify at-risk students and implement intervention strategies.
- Organized workshops on college readiness, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities for students and families.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate records of all counseling sessions and interventions provided.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
- Conducted presentations at parent meetings, providing information on available resources and strategies for supporting student success.
- Provided support to families by connecting them with relevant resources and guiding them through the college application process.
- Offered crisis intervention support for students experiencing emotional distress or other personal challenges.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized counseling plans and monitoring academic performance.
- Organized career fairs and workshops to expose students to various professional opportunities and prepare them for post-secondary education.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Coordinated testing schedules to optimize resource allocation and ensure timely project delivery.
- Developed test plans and procedures, enhancing process efficiency and compliance with industry standards.
Guidance Counselor
Mullins High School
Mullins, SC
06.1998 - 07.2011
- Developed personalized academic and career plans for students, fostering their individual growth and development.
- Facilitated workshops on college readiness, enhancing students' understanding of post-secondary opportunities.
- Coordinated crisis intervention strategies, providing immediate support to students in distressful situations.
- Mentored staff in effective counseling techniques, improving overall department performance and student engagement.
- Led cross-functional teams in identifying and resolving testing issues, improving product quality and performance.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all testing activities.
Math Interventionist 9th-12th Grade
Green Sea Floyds High School
Nichols, SC
07.1997 - 07.1998
- Developed individualized math intervention plans to enhance student understanding and performance.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students needing additional support in math concepts.
- Implemented targeted instructional strategies to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Monitored student progress through data analysis, adjusting interventions as necessary for effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Myrtle Beach, SC08-2024
Master of Arts - School Guidance
Cambridge College
Boston, MA07-2007
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC12-1996
Skills
- Multicultural competence
- Learning strategies
- Individual counseling
- Student advocacy
- Academic advising
- Career guidance
- Compassionate
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Special education support
- Student counseling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism
- Test documentation
- Test planning
- Time management
Certification
K-12 School Guidance
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Surgical Nurse
McLeod Dillon
10.2024 - Current
Teacher, K, 1st, 5th
Lake View Elementary School
07.2018 - 06.2022
Lead Guidance Counselor
Aynor High School
06.2011 - 06.2018
Guidance Counselor
Mullins High School
06.1998 - 07.2011
Math Interventionist 9th-12th Grade
Green Sea Floyds High School
07.1997 - 07.1998
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Master of Arts - School Guidance
Cambridge College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Coastal Carolina University