La Toya Beavers
Waco
Summary
Provide and implement basic social service needs, case management services, and support to at-risk youth. Strong interest in counseling and working with students and families from diverse backgrounds while providing needed support in areas of growth and success.
Dedicated and compassionate Student Services Liaison with over 18 years of experience in both LaVega ISD and Waco ISD supporting students with diverse behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs while also connecting students and families to the resources, support services, and opportunities needed to thrive. Skilled in conducting BIPs, crisis intervention, mediation, peer building, and forming strong relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners to promote student success and well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Services Liaison
LaVega ISD
Waco
08.2022 - Current
- Provided targeted intervention and support services for at-risk students facing academic, behavioral, social-emotional, attendance, and substance-use challenges, collaborating with families, school personnel, and community agencies to enhance student outcomes.
- Developed and implemented intervention services and support plans that promoted student well-being and engagement.
- Coordinate and lead student mentoring groups while utilizing conflict-resolution strategies to foster positive relationships and encourage student success.
- Facilitated evidence-based Big Decisions curricula and Healthy Relations for students through interactive classroom instruction and group discussions, promoting healthy decision-making.
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Waco ISD
Waco
08.2014 - 08.2022
- Conducted individual assessments and developed intervention plans to address behavioral concerns and promote positive outcomes.
- Delivered behavioral intervention services to students facing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies and restorative practices to improve student engagement and classroom behavior.
- Collected and analyzed behavioral data to monitor student progress and evaluate the effectiveness of intervention.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts and maintained ongoing communication with students and families to promote stability and resilience.
- Coordinated daily activities of support staff to optimize service delivery and enhance student support.
Education
Master’s Degree - Social Work
University of Texas At Arlington
12-2017
BSW - Social Work & BA Psychology
Texas State University
05-2006
Associate’s Degree -
McLennan Community College
05-2002
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Case Management
- Collaboration and Communication
- Student Advocacy
- Social—emotional learning
- Goal setting
- Decision-making
Certification
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Trainer, 01/2019, 12/2023
Timeline
Student Services Liaison
LaVega ISD
08.2022 - Current
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Waco ISD
08.2014 - 08.2022
Master’s Degree - Social Work
University of Texas At Arlington
BSW - Social Work & BA Psychology
Texas State University
Associate’s Degree -
McLennan Community College