Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary School Counselor
Temple ISD
07.2021 - Current
Enhanced student support by implementing comprehensive counseling programs tailored to individual needs.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop strategies for improving academic performance and social development.
Assisted students in identifying personal strengths and career interests through aptitude assessments and one-on-one discussions.
Provided crisis intervention services, addressing urgent mental health concerns and connecting students to appropriate resources.
Developed positive relationships with parents, providing regular updates on academic progress, attendance, and behavioral issues.
Organized college and career fairs for students to explore post-secondary opportunities and make informed decisions about their future paths.
Conducted professional development workshops for faculty on topics such as mental health awareness, bullying prevention, and diversity in the classroom.
Facilitated peer mediation sessions, helping students resolve conflicts constructively while fostering a culture of respect within the school community.
Coordinated interdisciplinary teams ensuring seamless communication among school staff regarding student wellbeing and success.
Implemented data-driven interventions for at-risk students by closely monitoring academic performance indicators.
Mortgage Loan Document Specialist
Fairway Independent Mortgage - Wood Group
06.2020 - 07.2021
Reduced errors in documentation by conducting thorough quality checks and proofreading tasks prior to submission.
Ensured compliance with company policies and industry standards, maintaining meticulous attention to detail in all document-related tasks.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for accurate and timely document completion.
Managed high volumes of documents efficiently, prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and project requirements.
Secondary School Counselor
Belton ISD
07.2009 - 06.2020
Same description as the job in Temple ISD
Middle School Counselor/Teacher
Killeen ISD
07.1993 - 06.2001
Facilitated student academic growth by identifying learning barriers and developing appropriate interventions.
Promoted positive behavior among students through the implementation of school-wide behavior management strategies.
Organized workshops on topics such as stress management, conflict resolution, and goal-setting for both students and staff members.
Developed strong relationships with community organizations for referrals, resources, or partnerships in support of student success initiatives.
Led professional development workshops for faculty members on topics such as trauma-informed care, mental health awareness, and diversity training.
Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
Education
No Degree - Educational Administration Certification
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
2006
Master's of Education - Counselor Education
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX
1992
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TX
1989
Skills
Peer training
Attention to detail
Diverse groups presentations
Data-driven decision making
Individual Counseling
Professional referral network
Program development and management
Records Maintenance
Career Fairs/ Exploration
Communication
Certification
Texas Public School Counselor PK-12
Texas Teacher 1-8
Texas Principal PK-12
Timeline
Secondary School Counselor
Temple ISD
07.2021 - Current
Mortgage Loan Document Specialist
Fairway Independent Mortgage - Wood Group
06.2020 - 07.2021
Secondary School Counselor
Belton ISD
07.2009 - 06.2020
Middle School Counselor/Teacher
Killeen ISD
07.1993 - 06.2001
No Degree - Educational Administration Certification