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Kim Wood

Edmond,OK

Summary

After having spent 28 years in education in Texas, I have developed the skills and techniques to successfully work in many education settings. I am an innovative professional with expertise in education both as a classroom teacher and counselor. Education has always been of the utmost importance and remains to be my true passion.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead High School and District Counselor

Dayton ISD
07.2008 - 02.2023
  • Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
  • Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
  • Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
  • Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
  • Offered extra assistance to students of impoverished backgrounds by providing clothes and support for basic needs.
  • Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals and skill level.
  • Cemented relationships with local colleges to better serve schools' students.
  • Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.

Elementary School Guidance Counselor

Dayton ISD
07.2003 - 06.2008
  • Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
  • Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
  • Organized and developed Dayton community and school activities to enhance student learning and engage students.
  • Used educational assessment strategies such as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to assist teachers with educational placement of students.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success through character education.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.

Elementary Language Arts Teacher

Dayton ISD
07.1995 - 06.2003
  • Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
  • Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for student support and success.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A & M University
Prairie View, TX
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.1995

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • Educational Support
  • Mental Health Referrals
  • Career Fairs
  • Student Records Maintenance
  • Scholarship Applications
  • Orientation Programs
  • Listening Actively
  • Educational Opportunities
  • Advise Students
  • Scholarships and Grants Exploration
  • Counsel Individuals
  • Career Planning Presentations
  • Administration Collaboration
  • Individual Student Counseling
  • College Planning

Accomplishments

    2002 Region IV Dayton ISD District Elementary Teacher of the Year

Certification

K-8 Teacher

K-12 Counselor

Timeline

Lead High School and District Counselor

Dayton ISD
07.2008 - 02.2023

Elementary School Guidance Counselor

Dayton ISD
07.2003 - 06.2008

Elementary Language Arts Teacher

Dayton ISD
07.1995 - 06.2003

Master of Arts - Counseling

Prairie View A & M University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Sam Houston State University

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