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LATASHA ANTHONY

Summary

Compassionate school counseling and professional educator dedicated to empowering students toward academic, personal, emotional, and social achievement. A team player and effective communicator with the ability to interact with diverse populations of students at a variety of academic levels.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher Internship

RICE University CBEN Program
  • Observed and worked in a Nanoscience research laboratory

Teacher Internship

Houston A+ Challenge/Baylor Summer Science Institute
  • Laboratory research
  • Conduct research Job shadowing Teacher/Student Presentations

Joyce Zotz Education Center

Galena Park Independent School District
08.2012 - Current
  • Secondary Science Teacher for District Alternative Education Placement
  • Secondary Special Education (PASS) Teacher for District Alternative Education Placement
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development utilizing various activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.


Evan E. Worthing High School

Houston Independent School District
08.2009 - 06.2011

Secondary Counselor

  • Scheduling Individual, family, group, and crisis counseling Classroom Guidance/Consultation/Coordination/Personal Graduation Plans/ ARD Committee, SWAT Team, Multidisciplinary Team, 504 Placement Committee Attendance Appeals, Credit Recovery, EXCELerated Learning Academy/ National Honors Society Sponsor
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Organized college and career fairs for students to explore post-secondary opportunities and make informed decisions about their future paths.
  • Created group counseling sessions addressing common adolescent issues such as stress management, self-esteem building, and healthy relationship skills.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop strategies for improving academic performance and social development.
  • Promoted a positive school climate through participation in planning and executing events celebrating diversity, inclusivity, and student achievements.
  • Facilitated peer mediation sessions, helping students resolve conflicts constructively while fostering a culture of respect within the school community.
  • Developed positive relationships with parents, providing regular updates on academic progress, attendance, and behavioral issues.

C.E. King High School

Sheldon Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2009

Secondary Science Teacher/New Arrival Student Science Teacher/extended Day PLATO Lab Instructor

  • Promoted critical thinking skills amongst students through inquiry-based learning approaches within various scientific disciplines.
  • Boosted student achievement by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues for cross-curricular projects, resulting in a more cohesive learning experience for students.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

Phillis Wheatley High School

Houston Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2007

Secondary Science Teacher

  • Science Department Chairperson/Biology Model Lesson Coordinator/ Student Advocate/Senior Class Sponsor
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, promoting collaboration in support of student success.

Education

Master of Arts in Counseling -

Prairie View A&M University
Houston, TX
05.2006

Bachelor of Science in Biology/Minor in Chemistry -

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
05.2000

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior Management
  • Positive Role Model and Mentor
  • Growth Mindset
  • Student rapport
  • Community involvement
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Program Development
  • Serving Diverse Communities

Affiliations

  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
  • American Counseling Association

Certification

Biology/Life Science 6-12

Special education EC-12

School Counselor EC-12

Nonviolent Crisis & Intervention (CPI)

CPR/AED

Additional Information

References Furnished Upon Request

Timeline

Joyce Zotz Education Center

Galena Park Independent School District
08.2012 - Current

Evan E. Worthing High School

Houston Independent School District
08.2009 - 06.2011

C.E. King High School

Sheldon Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2009

Phillis Wheatley High School

Houston Independent School District
08.2000 - 05.2007

Teacher Internship

RICE University CBEN Program

Teacher Internship

Houston A+ Challenge/Baylor Summer Science Institute

Master of Arts in Counseling -

Prairie View A&M University

Bachelor of Science in Biology/Minor in Chemistry -

Texas Southern University

Biology/Life Science 6-12

Special education EC-12

School Counselor EC-12

Nonviolent Crisis & Intervention (CPI)

CPR/AED

LATASHA ANTHONY