Dr. Natalie G. Dix
Education
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced, skilled and passionate educator providing enthusiastic and positive direction for students’ academic, social and emotional well-being; work effectively with students with behavioral, special needs and diverse populations
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Educational Leadership School Counseling Early Childhood
Work History
Counseling Department Chair
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Suwanee, Georgia
08.2020 - 07.2023
- Served representative for the school
- Served as IB counselor
- Served as the Advisement Coordinator
- Attended and participated in school leadership team meetings, Department Chair and other appropriate meetings and activities
- Provided leadership, guidance, and training and support resources for counselors
- Provided school wide prevention and intervention strategies for students
- Organized, scheduled and coordinated monthly counseling department meetings
- Assisted in the development of appropriate educational plans for students
- Attended and participated in IEP and MTSS meetings
- Helped recorded, compiled, summarized and analyze data.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
High School Administrator/Counselor Supervisor
Coweta County Public Schools
Newnan, Georgia
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Assumed overall responsibility for the school upon principal's absence
- Collaborated with base school administrators, counselors and teachers as students transition to alternative setting
- Maintained discipline within the school
- Planned and designed daily Master Schedule
- Met with parents to discuss learning and behavioral concerns
- Conducted parent intake and exit meetings
- Organized and maintain pertinent records
- Planned EOCT testing schedule and oversee the testing environment (Winter and Spring)
- Worked with teachers to develop curriculum standards and plans
- Collaborated with principals, assistant principals, Juvenile Justice System, counselors and caseworkers
- Enforced school policies and procedures for students, staff and faculty
- Met with students about individual graduation plan and requirements
- Provided school to career guidance and design class schedules
- Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
School Counselor/Family Engagement Coordinator
Elementary, Coweta County Public Schools
Newnan, Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Managed a comprehensive counseling program and a caseload of 350 students; assist students with their academic achievement goals, career path, social and emotional needs
- Provided crisis intervention as needed due to family changes, grief, suicidal ideation and/or threats to others
- Provided leadership skills in many capacities (school management, school improvement, behavior, parent conferences and personnel interviews)
- Provided behavior plans and check-ins for students in Grades K-5 as needed
- Collaborated with Central Education Center (CEC) and 8th Grade Academy by coordinating with school counselor and students to visit during Career Day
- Fostered and built close relationships with community and community agencies, such as Newnan Utilities, Newnan Police, Fire Department, local restaurants, churches, Department of Family and Children's Services, School Social Worker, School Psychologist, School Resource Officers, Outreach Programs and counselors to best meet needs of students
- Created benchmark schedules to determine testing location, test session times, and test groups Verified student list was correct and up to date; ensured all students had correct testing code; established special accommodations for students; attend testing coordinator training; assisted with Georgia Milestones Tests
- Distributed Title 1 parent surveys to obtain qualitative and quantitative data to identify parents’ needs, concerns and recommendations
- Organized and presented parent workshops/ training presentations in various formats; in person, electronically and recorded
- Daily used Google platforms; prepared Google slides, presentations and analytical reports
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
Middle School Counselor
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Lawrenceville, Georgia
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Delivered Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) to middle school students in grades 6-8
- Presented guidance curriculum that consisted of structured developmental lessons designed to assist students in achieving desired competencies
- Used data to provide assistance in early identification of students in need of academic intervention and to align instructional supports
- Analyzed, interpreted and utilized data to help implement, manage, and evaluate intervention strategies
- Organized Rising 5th grade Articulation Program with feeder elementary schools
- Prepared written and electronic student services counseling monthly and yearly reports
- Designed and implemented robust summer 6th grade Transition Program (70 students) to include mock academic and non- academic schedule for students transitioning to middle school
- Designed Boys’ Program (Boys in Action) for At-Risk Youth which focused on etiquette, communication skills, and self-esteem
Lead School Counselor
Gwinnett County Public Schools
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2003 - 01.2007
Kindergarten Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
Lawrenceville, GA
08.2001 - 05.2003
School Counselor
Tift County Schools
Tifton, GA
08.1998 - 06.2001
First Grade Teacher
Tift County Schools
Tifton, GA
08.1996 - 07.1998
Pre- K Teacher
Baker County Schools
Newton, GA
10.1995 - 07.1996
Kindergarten Teacher
Duval County Public Schools, Round School
Jacksonville, FL
06.1995 - 09.1995
First Grade Teacher
Tift County Schools
Tifton, GA
08.1992 - 06.1995
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Argosy University
2016
Specialist - Educational Leadership
Central Michigan University
2006
Master of Education - School Counseling
Albany State University
1999
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood
Fort Valley State University
1992
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Complex Problem Solving
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Relationship and Team Building
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Event Planning
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Integrity and Transparency
- Management Team Leadership
- Goal Setting
- Departmental Coordination
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Mission and Vision
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
- Innovative and Visionary
- Community Outreach
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Articulate Communication
- Results Orientation
- Marketing and Advertising
- Leadership and People Development
- Counseling skills
- Academic Advisement
- School Administration
Certification
Early Childhood Education (P-5)
Educational Administration and Leadership (K-12)
School Counseling (K-12)
- Social Emotional Learning School Lead- 2023
- Advisement Coordinator 2020-2023
Timeline
Counseling Department Chair
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2020 - 07.2023
High School Administrator/Counselor Supervisor
Coweta County Public Schools
01.2019 - 07.2020
School Counselor/Family Engagement Coordinator
Elementary, Coweta County Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2019
Middle School Counselor
Gwinnett County Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2012
Lead School Counselor
Gwinnett County Public Schools
08.2003 - 01.2007
Kindergarten Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools
08.2001 - 05.2003
School Counselor
Tift County Schools
08.1998 - 06.2001
First Grade Teacher
Tift County Schools
08.1996 - 07.1998
Pre- K Teacher
Baker County Schools
10.1995 - 07.1996
Kindergarten Teacher
Duval County Public Schools, Round School
06.1995 - 09.1995
First Grade Teacher
Tift County Schools
08.1992 - 06.1995
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership
Argosy University
Specialist - Educational Leadership
Central Michigan University
Master of Education - School Counseling
Albany State University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood
Fort Valley State University
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