Dawn McLaughlin
Anamosa,IA
Summary
Dedicated School Liaison with a proven track record at Anamosa Community School District, committed to enhancing student success through skill-building, academic support, and fostering parental engagement. Skilled in empowering students to achieve their potential while assisting with academic and behavioral improvements through targeted strategies and collaboration.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Court School Liaison
Anamosa Community School District
09.2000 - Current
- Empowered students through supportive conversations and skill-building exercises to promote personal and academic growth.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Regularly met with students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Assisted students in creating class schedules tailored to their academic goals, interests, and graduation requirements, ensuring a balanced and manageable workload.
Juvenile Court School Liaison
Tipton Community Schools
09.1999 - 09.2000
- Worked to foster academic success among students. By addressing attendance challenges and developing students’ executive functioning skills.
- Helped create a supportive environment that encouraged consistent engagement and academic achievement.
Certified Prevention Specialist
Area Substance Abuse Council
09.1996 - 09.1999
- Promoted positive decision-making skills among youth by organizing and leading educational workshops.
- Enhanced community awareness of substance use and abuse by delivering engaging presentations that emphasized healthy lifestyle choices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA12-1994
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA08-1991
Skills
- Conflict Management
- Individual and Family Support
- Problem-Solving
- Academic Support
- Crisis Intervention
- School Program Development
Timeline
Juvenile Court School Liaison
Anamosa Community School District
09.2000 - Current
Juvenile Court School Liaison
Tipton Community Schools
09.1999 - 09.2000
Certified Prevention Specialist
Area Substance Abuse Council
09.1996 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
Associate of Arts - Human Services
Kirkwood Community College
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