Kaylynn Will
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-oriented leader with 22 years of experience in public education, providing guidance to students, parents, community partners, and educators. Recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in strategic planning and staff management. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
HIGH SCHOOL LEAD COUNSELOR
Ridge Point High School, Fort Bend ISD
01.2021 - Current
- Oversaw campus counseling department, delegated counselor tasks to enhance operational efficiency and resource effectiveness.
- Analyzed data and leveraged insights for constant improvement of the developmental guidance and counseling plan
- Utilized Excel to conduct regular data analysis for audits, assessments and student programs
- Provided ongoing guidance and support to counselors, resulting in improved job performance
- Managed the preparation of all documents, memos, and correspondence for counseling department
- Streamlined operations and oversaw the successful implementation of SchooLinks (College & Career Readiness software program)
- Effectively communicated and advocated for counseling department interests in various meetings across all levels of the organizational hierarchy
- Collaborated with administration on coordinating special recognition events like graduation, awards ceremonies, assemblies, and community service awards.
- Assisted in streamlining administrative tasks related to master schedule creation and review.
- Implemented a comprehensive interpretation strategy to effectively communicate state and standardized test scores to staff, parents, and students
- Facilitated seamless record transfers and transition services
- Provided direction, consultation, training services for teachers, parents, staff on classroom management & student social-emotional development
- Developed and published yearly campus guidance calendars
HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Fort Bend ISD
02.2012 - Current
- Delivered customized classroom guidance lessons according to the requirements of each campus, ensuring compliance with the Texas Education Code.
- Created initiatives to enhance college and career readiness
- Created and implemented behavior interventions for classrooms; collaborated on intervention execution with teachers
- Delivered counseling services to address concerns of students, handled emergencies involving distressed students, and acted as a member of the crisis management groups at both campus and district levels
- Conducted consultations with diverse stakeholders such as teachers, parents, administrators, school psychologists, diagnosticians, nurses, and other professionals through conferences, phone calls, and individual meetings
- Assisted students with transfer of their education files for seamless transitioning between academic institutions
- Served as a resource for campus staff members by initiating or assisting in referrals to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
- Counseled students on problem-solving, study skills, building positive relationships, decision-making skills, academic growth and responsibility
HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER
Kempner High School, Fort Bend ISD
01.2003 - 01.2012
Education
Master of Education - Counseling
University of Houston-Victoria
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
Texas Tech University
05-2002
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Effective Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Program Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Performance Improvement
- Academic advising
- Student & School Performance Data Analysis
- Federal, State, and Local Regulations Adherence
- Staff Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
HIGH SCHOOL LEAD COUNSELOR
Ridge Point High School, Fort Bend ISD
01.2021 - Current
HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Fort Bend ISD
02.2012 - Current
HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER
Kempner High School, Fort Bend ISD
01.2003 - 01.2012
Master of Education - Counseling
University of Houston-Victoria
Bachelor of Arts - English/Education
Texas Tech University
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