Jeana L. Dorsey
Tulsa
Summary
Passionate, motivated, 30+ year educator and behavior interventionist, skilled in conflict mediation and fostering strong relationships. Successfully developed individualized plans to reduce building-wide disciplanary infractions, facilitate restorative practices, and promote student engagement in extracurricular activities. Recognized for exceptional collaboration with diverse teams, enhancing student wellness and academic success.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager & Wellness Coach
Grand Mental Health
11.2023 - Current
- Link, advocate, refer, and work with students K-12 on coping and life skills.
- Communicate and collaborate with the therapist, school staff, and families of students in public education.
- Provide services in the Eight Dimensions of Wellness for students in grades K-12.
- Educated clients about mental health conditions, medications and self-care techniques.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Organized group activities to provide socialization opportunities for clients.
6th & 7th Grade Geography, Carver Middle School
Tulsa Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented effective and engaging lessons, which included monthly and annual student incentives attached.
- Led 6th grade, served as Department Chair, Student Council sponsor, Ebony Bowl sponsor, and Volleyball Coach.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by site leader for providing exceptional customer service to all building stakeholders (Teacher of the Year, 2017 & 2019).
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our building culture and climate.
1st Grade Teacher
Springdale Elementary School
01.1992 - 01.2012
- Ten years of experience as Teacher-in-Charge when the principal was out of the building, and I fulfilled the duty of team lead.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans in line with state curriculum standards.
- Cultivated relationships with community partners such as local businesses or organizations for additional learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
- Identified early signs of emotional, developmental, and health delays or problems in students and followed up with parents.
3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Emerson Elementary School
01.1989 - 01.1992
- Developed & implemented effective and engaging lessons
- Collaborated with Teachers
- Conducted Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Safety Patrol Sponsor
Education
Case Management & Wellness Coach Certification -
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health
01.2023
Pastoral Counseling (Level One-Basic Certification) -
Tennessee Valley Ministry Institute
03-2022
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education with a focus in K-8 grades
Langston University
01.1988
Skills
- Understands conflict management
- Strong conflict mediation and restoration with K-12 students
- Building a strong rapport with the site-level teams, administration, and students
- Developing individualized student plans to help decrease chronic absenteeism
- Promote positive student involvement in extra-curricular activities and community service to build student ambassadors
Accomplishments
- FOX 23, Golden Apple Award
- Springdale Elementary, Site Teacher of the Year
- Carver Middle, Two Time Site Teacher of the Year
- Tulsa Police Force, Citizenship Award
- Transformation Church, Outstanding Volunteer Leader Award
- Oklahoma Eagle Newspaper, Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc 3-peat Teacher Champion
Timeline
Case Manager & Wellness Coach
Grand Mental Health
11.2023 - Current
6th & 7th Grade Geography, Carver Middle School
Tulsa Public Schools
01.2012 - 01.2022
1st Grade Teacher
Springdale Elementary School
01.1992 - 01.2012
3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Emerson Elementary School
01.1989 - 01.1992
Case Management & Wellness Coach Certification -
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health
Pastoral Counseling (Level One-Basic Certification) -
Tennessee Valley Ministry Institute
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education with a focus in K-8 grades
Langston University
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