Landrell Potts
Dallas,TX
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing student engagement and well-being at Harmony Science Academy Dallas, leveraging skills in multicultural competence and critical thinking. Expert in fostering relationships and implementing innovative counseling strategies, achieving notable improvements in student retention and satisfaction. Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality psychological services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides counseling and therapy to obtain maximum results for clients.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Counselor and Engagement Coordinator
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced student well-being by providing individualized support and guidance through counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with school leaders to develop policies that support diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives within the educational environment.
- Promoted a positive school culture by organizing workshops on topics like stress management, time management, and effective communication skills.
- Fostered strong relationships with community organizations to enhance the range of resources available for supporting student growth.
- Led professional development sessions for colleagues on topics such as mental health awareness, trauma-informed teaching practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Managed caseloads effectively, maintaining accurate records of all student interactions and outcomes achieved through counseling services provided.
- Improved school retention rates by developing and implementing targeted intervention strategies for at-risk students.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents by implementing proactive behavior management strategies that encouraged personal responsibility and accountability among students.
- Provided crisis intervention support as needed, addressing urgent mental health concerns and connecting students with appropriate resources for ongoing care.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support and designed tailored interventions to assist them.
- Served as a liaison between school personnel, families, community partners, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration in addressing student needs.
- Increased parental involvement in the education process by conducting regular meetings to discuss and share resources for supporting their children''s academic, social, and emotional success.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or personal situations.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Built and maintained relationships with community organizations.
- Streamlined event planning processes for increased efficiency and improved attendee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented dynamic communication strategies.
- Optimized use of digital tools such as social media platforms or email campaigns to increase reach and exposure of engagement efforts.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple events simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution and positive outcomes.
- Established clear communication channels with stakeholders, facilitating smooth coordination of all event aspects.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues to ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
- Implemented innovative engagement strategies that fostered strong client relationships and increased retention rates.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address campus challenges.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
Contract Counselor
Christian Works For Children
07.2012 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms..
- Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
- Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Testing, Federal Prog & Engagement Coordinator/Counselor
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Built and maintained relationships with community organizations.
- Developed and implemented dynamic communication strategies to improve stakeholder engagement..
- Streamlined event planning processes for increased efficiency and improved attendee satisfaction.
- Summarized complicated topics into simple formats for better understanding in training staff and faculty for state-required test administration.
- Maintained detailed records of past events, utilizing information to inform future planning decisions that complied with state and federal guidelines.
- Established clear communication channels with stakeholders, facilitating smooth coordination of all event aspects.
- Optimized use of digital tools such as social media platforms or email campaigns to increase reach and exposure of engagement efforts.
- Devised comprehensive project timelines outlining key milestones and deadlines, enabling timely completion of tasks without compromising quality standards.
- Mentored students in effective peer mediations, enhancing overall campus culture over time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans for successful testing environments in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple events simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution and positive outcomes.
- Managed event budgets, optimizing resources to deliver memorable experiences within financial constraints.
- Consulted with teams on established best practices and process improvements.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Monitored and assessed results of academic programs and services.
Day Care Owner & Director
Children’s Village Development Center
10.2000 - 06.2017
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
ESL/Character Education Teacher
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Organized engaging extracurricular activities related to character education, such as service projects and school-wide initiatives, fostering a strong sense of community among students.
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with course material, resulting in increased confidence and improved academic performance.
- Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated real-life examples, fostering a connection between character education and students'' daily lives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on character education best practices, staying current with research-based approaches to teaching moral values and ethical principles.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to inspire critical thinking, empathy, and ethical decision-making among students.
- Promoted an inclusive classroom atmosphere by addressing diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds within instructional practices.
- Incorporated storytelling into lessons as a powerful tool for conveying moral messages and sparking meaningful conversations about ethics and values.
- Established positive relationships with parents through home visits and regular communication regarding student progress and needs, contributing to a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed in a small group setting.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Kindergarten Teacher
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations, rules, and routines.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with the use of collaborative group work and hands-on activities.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Improved student reading skills by implementing phonics-based instruction and guided reading activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families to address any concerns or issues impacting student success.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Utilized assessment data to modify instruction and target areas of weakness for individual students.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication, parent-teacher conferences, and workshops.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Identified characteristics, needs, abilities, and problems of each child through personal interaction and progress reports to optimize approaches.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TXMaster of Science - Counseling
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TXSkills
- Multicultural Competence
- Ethical Practice
- Learning Strategies
- Individual Counseling
- Workshop Presentation
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Emotional Support
- Relationship Development
- Conflict Management
- Cultural Competency
- Records Maintenance
- Administration Collaboration
Timeline
Student Counselor and Engagement Coordinator
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2021 - Current
Testing, Federal Prog & Engagement Coordinator/Counselor
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2015 - 07.2021
ESL/Character Education Teacher
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2014 - 07.2015
Kindergarten Teacher
Harmony Science Academy Dallas
08.2013 - 07.2014
Contract Counselor
Christian Works For Children
07.2012 - Current
Day Care Owner & Director
Children’s Village Development Center
10.2000 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern Methodist University
Master of Science - Counseling
Texas A&M University - Commerce
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