Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
Weekly payroll and budgets
Elementary School Counselor
Hackett Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
Facilitated conflict resolution among peers
Collaborated with teachers, principals, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
Conducted small group sessions and individual counseling with students
504 Coordinator
Maintained confidential notes
Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with external mental health professionals to provide comprehensive support services.
Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
Collaborated with upper level Counselors to create schedules for 6th graders moving to High School assisted them with choosing electives.
Special Education Teacher
Fort Smith Public Schools
12.2010 - 05.2017
Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques.
504 Coordinator
Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Coordinated with general education teachers to develop accommodations or modifications necessary for successful inclusion of students with special needs in mainstream classrooms.
Education
Master of Science - Guidance & Counseling
Harding University
Searcy, AR
12.2017
Master of Arts - Special Education Instructional Specialist
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville
12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
Fort Smith
12.2008
Timeline
Office Manager - Self Employed
Wall 2 Wall Restoration
05.2022 - 08.2024
Elementary School Counselor
Hackett Public Schools
08.2017 - 05.2022
Special Education Teacher
Fort Smith Public Schools
12.2010 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Guidance & Counseling
Harding University
Master of Arts - Special Education Instructional Specialist