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Honey Burkley

South Fork,CO

Summary

Dynamic Restorative Practices Schools Specialist with a proven track record at the Center for Restorative Programs, specializing in transforming discipline and attendance across multiple districts. Expert in developing attendance programs and coaching on restorative practices, I excel in conflict resolution and fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement. My passion and expertise drive equitable and effective educational outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Restorative Practices Schools Specialist

Center for Restorative Programs
08.2016 - Current

Train, coach, and model restorative approaches to discipline and attendance for multiple school districts and out-of-school-time programs across the San Luis Valley


Provide Bullying Prevention training for multiple districts and out of school time programs across the San Luis Valley


Develop, train, and coach on highly effective attendance practices for multiple school districts


Facilitate high stakes meetings centered around discipline, harm, truancy and chronic absenteeism


Guide and coach decision makers around alternatives to suspension and expulsion



Elementary School Teacher

Center Consolidated School District
06.2008 - 07.2016
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
  • Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
  • Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
  • Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of North Carolina, Asheville
Asheville, NC
07.1997

Skills

Development of highly effective attendance programs for multiple school districts in the San Luis Valley

Training, coaching of restorative attendance and discipline practices for multiple school districts with diverse populations

Knowledge of Colorado law around school attendance

Working with judges, attorneys, probation officers, and school officials to create equity in attendance approaches

Deep understanding of how attendance is the basis from which all other programs succeed

Meeting facilitation with families and key stakeholders such as counselors and psychologists, law enforcement, WRAPAROUND, GALs, and superintendents

Conflict resolution/mediation with families

Deep understanding that the student and family's voice are key to overcoming attendance and discipline obstacles

Experience and passion for serving families and students with high risk factors

Experience working across community agencies and developing a deep bench of partners around a common goal

Timeline

Restorative Practices Schools Specialist

Center for Restorative Programs
08.2016 - Current

Elementary School Teacher

Center Consolidated School District
06.2008 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

University of North Carolina, Asheville
Honey Burkley