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Focused On Excellence award winner - Polk County Public Schools
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Jaime Hayden

Lakeland

Summary


Highly qualified School Counselor with solid background in virtual programs, curriculum, state graduation requirements, dual enrollment, college and career, community service and individualized academic/career counseling. I provide comprehensive support to students and parents, ensuring their academic success student goal setting. Successfully implemented programs that enhanced student development and recognition for students success. Demonstrated proficiency in counseling techniques and crisis intervention.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Polk Virtual School
07.2021 - Current
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the virtual school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians. Created individualized plans for students and assisted parents in managing students' executive functioning skills to better navigate the virtual platform.
  • Coordinated community partners to provide additional resources for virtual students.
  • Started a National Honor Society to recognize outstanding students.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students and parents to confirm success and identify problem areas. Evaluated pace and grade data throughout the week.
  • Improved graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students including credit recovery and summer courses.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.


School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Lake Region High School
06.2018 - 07.2021
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Improved graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students.
  • Conducted individual assessments to identify students' needs, guiding them towards appropriate resources and interventions.

School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Mulberry High School
07.2014 - 06.2015


  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Provided crisis intervention support in response to critical incidents affecting the school community or individual student wellbeing.
  • Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
  • Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Partnered with teachers to identify at-risk students and develop targeted interventions for improved academic outcomes.

High School Counselor /High School English Teacher

Polk County School Board, Kathleen High School
08.2006 - 07.2014
  • Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
  • Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.
  • Improved college acceptance rates by assisting students with application and scholarship processes.
  • Assisted with the organization of college fairs, connecting students to valuable resources for post-secondary education opportunities.
  • Created relationships with colleges across state and region to better serve schools' students.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.

Education

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Webster University
St. Louis, MO
05-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication

Murray State University
Murray, KY
05-2003

Skills

  • Academic advising
  • College Planning
  • Career Guidance
  • Mental health awareness
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Parent communication
  • Crisis intervention
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management/Multitasking
  • Excellent communication

Focused On Excellence award winner - Polk County Public Schools

I was nominated by my administration and a was chosen as one of only 40 employees in the district to be spotlighted for excellence in my field. 

Timeline

School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Polk Virtual School
07.2021 - Current

School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Lake Region High School
06.2018 - 07.2021

School Counselor

Polk County School Board, Mulberry High School
07.2014 - 06.2015

High School Counselor /High School English Teacher

Polk County School Board, Kathleen High School
08.2006 - 07.2014

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Webster University

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication

Murray State University

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