Hi, I’m
Danielle Younger
Stillwater,OK
Summary
Experienced with student advising, curriculum planning, and academic intervention. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of educational resources to guide students towards their goals. Strong understanding of student needs and effective counseling techniques. Adaptable and prepared to apply these skills in diverse professional settings.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Stride-K12
Academic Counselor
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained confidentiality while managing sensitive information related to students'' personal and academic histories.
- Assisted in the development of academic plans, setting achievable goals for students'' educational progress.
- Utilized strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records of all student interactions and interventions.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to monitor and continually improve student outcomes.
- Tracked student progress through regular check-ins, adjusting academic plans as necessary based on performance feedback.
- Served as a liaison between the school, families, and outside agencies to ensure access to all available resources for student success.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and school staff to ensure a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced student success by providing personalized academic guidance and support.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Welcome new students and get them into Orientation to train them on the platform to prepare them for live classes.
Anderson Public School
School Counselor
07.2017 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- In addition, I also serve as the Homeless Liaison (certificate required), complete Federal and State reports for Neglected and Delinquent, Gifted and Talented, I help serve on the Data Team, and District and Building Test Coordinator
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Haywood Public School
PK Classroom Teacher
08.2016 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating interactive teaching strategies.
- Developed assessments for tracking progress and addressing individual learning needs.
- Enhanced classroom engagement with the integration of multimedia teaching tools.
- Improved learning outcomes by adapting curriculum to meet diverse student needs.
- Created lesson plans for reinforcing core concepts and promoting skill development.
- Mentored students to encourage personal growth and academic excellence.
- Enhanced student understanding with hands-on activities and collaborative projects.
- Boosted student confidence by providing constructive feedback and encouragement.
- Organized and managed classroom resources to maintain an effective learning space.
McAlester Public Schools
School Counselor
08.2014 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources. We had a resource offer come in once a week to do live classes with out students.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
Oklahoma State University – Okmulgee
Instructor
09.2013 - 12.2013
Job overview
- One section of Intermediate Math and one section of Computer Literacy and Application
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
Okemah Middle School
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
07.2012 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring that all students made progress toward academic goals.
- Enhanced student motivation and interest in learning by connecting lessons to real-world applications.
- Established a positive learning environment by consistently enforcing rules and consequences, fostering mutual respect among students.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication and involvement in school events, increasing their support for their child''s education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' understanding of the connections between subjects.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Cashion Elementary School
Remediation Specialist
07.2010 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Enhanced site safety by implementing thorough risk assessments and remediation plans.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
- I was the HS Cheerleading Coach.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented remediation measures through post-remediation assessments and reporting.
Nunamiut School
5th/6th Grade Teacher
08.2009 - 06.2010
Job overview
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of 5th/6th-grade learners, ensuring each student had an opportunity to succeed academically.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop cross-curricular projects and activities for reinforcing key concepts.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a positive role model for both academics and personal behavior by consistently demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm for learning, and a commitment to student success.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of content.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s progress through regular conferences, emails, phone calls, and written reports.
Okemah Middle School
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
08.2006 - 06.2009
Job overview
- HS Cheer Coach
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging literature and diverse genres into the curriculum.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to develop cross-curricular units that reinforced key concepts across subject areas.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring academic success for each student.
- Increased parent involvement in their child''s education by maintaining open communication lines and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Implemented assessment strategies to track student progress, adjusting lessons as needed to address individual needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines, promoting healthy emotional growth in students while supporting academic achievement.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Mason Public School
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
08.2005 - 06.2006
Job overview
- Improved student reading comprehension by incorporating engaging literature and diverse genres into the curriculum.
- Collaborated with grade-level team members to develop cross-curricular units that reinforced key concepts across subject areas.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
- Implemented assessment strategies to track student progress, adjusting lessons as needed to address individual needs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and enhance teaching skills.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily routines, promoting healthy emotional growth in students while supporting academic achievement.
- Promoted collaboration and teamwork among students through group projects and cooperative learning activities.
- Supported the inclusion of special education students in the general education classroom through effective accommodations and modifications.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning community.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
East Central University
Master’s Degree from School Counseling
05.2008
University Overview
- Honor Roll
Northeastern State University
Bachelor’s Degree from Elementary Education
05.2005
University Overview
- Honor Roll
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Student advocacy
- Assessment and evaluation
- Academic planning
- Retention strategies
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Emotional support
Accomplishments
- Named "Teacher of the Year" at K12 in 2021.
Certification
- Elementary Education Certificate - OK Department of Education.
Timeline
Academic Counselor
Stride-K12
07.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Anderson Public School
07.2017 - 06.2021
PK Classroom Teacher
Haywood Public School
08.2016 - 06.2017
School Counselor
McAlester Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2016
Instructor
Oklahoma State University – Okmulgee
09.2013 - 12.2013
5th Grade Classroom Teacher
Okemah Middle School
07.2012 - 06.2013
Remediation Specialist
Cashion Elementary School
07.2010 - 06.2012
5th/6th Grade Teacher
Nunamiut School
08.2009 - 06.2010
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Okemah Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2009
4th Grade Classroom Teacher
Mason Public School
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Elementary Education Certificate - OK Department of Education.
East Central University
Master’s Degree from School Counseling
Northeastern State University
Bachelor’s Degree from Elementary Education
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