Davina Allen
Olympia Fields,IL
Summary
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Chicago Public School District
10.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
Instructional Coach
Chicago Public School District
08.2013 - 09.2020
- Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Optimized the use of technology in classrooms by training teachers on effective integration strategies that enhance student learning experiences.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of instructional materials to ensure alignment with state standards and district goals.
- Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs, and identified research-based instructional strategies.
- Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.
- Improved instructional strategies for diverse learners by conducting classroom observations and providing constructive feedback to teachers.
- Conducted professional development workshops to increase teacher competency in integrating technology into lessons.
- Served on school committee for STEM curriculum development.
- Developed assessment tools to measure student progress and effectiveness of instructional strategies in the classroom.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Teacher
Chicago Public School District
09.2007 - 09.2013
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counselor
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL05.2007
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Truancy Counseling
- Counseling and therapy
- Work Experience Programs
- Student Records Management
- Decision-Making
- Academic Support
- Attention to Detail
- Student Advocacy
Timeline
School Counselor
Chicago Public School District
10.2020 - Current
Instructional Coach
Chicago Public School District
08.2013 - 09.2020
Teacher
Chicago Public School District
09.2007 - 09.2013
Master of Arts - School Counselor
Chicago State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Chicago State University
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