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
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
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
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