Donna Taylor
Baker,FL
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
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Okaloosa County School District
Niceville, FL
08.2019 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Conducted psychoeducational assessments to identify areas of academic and behavioral strengths and weaknesses and recommend modifications to improve learning and behavior.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Educator
Okaloosa County Schools
Crestview, FL
09.2011 - 08.2019
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Business Owner/Operator
Self-employed
Crestview, FL
12.1999 - 09.2011
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FLMaster of Science - Counseling And Student Services
Troy University
Troy, AL11.2017
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Social and Emotional Health
- Academic Advisement
- Staff Training
- 504 Plans
- ASCA National Model Principles
- Student Records Maintenance
Timeline
School Counselor
Okaloosa County School District
08.2019 - Current
Educator
Okaloosa County Schools
09.2011 - 08.2019
Business Owner/Operator
Self-employed
12.1999 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
Northwest Florida State College
Master of Science - Counseling And Student Services
Troy University