Leah Shull
Ridgely,TN
Summary
Innovative Team Leader with other job experiences in mental health treatment and advertising, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and team collaboration. Also possess specialized skills in other career areas that include but are not limited to communication, problem-solving skills, and adaptability, ensuring successful outcomes in dynamic environments. Willing to learn any job and determined to be successful on any job track.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher/Team Leader
Tipton County Board Of Education
Covington, TN
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Conducted team meetings to discuss strategies for improving instruction and student outcomes.
- Monitored student progress to ensure academic success.
- Provided assistance with classroom management strategies.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for teaching.
- Collaborated with school administrators on curriculum development and implementation.
- Created assessment tools to measure student achievement and growth.
- Facilitated communication between faculty, administration, and parents and guardians regarding student progress.
- Analyzed data from assessments to inform instruction decisions.
- Developed professional learning opportunities for staff members.
- Supported teachers in the use of educational technologies in their classrooms.
- Evaluated programs and services provided by the school district.
- Provided guidance on state standards, testing requirements, and other regulations.
- Researched current trends in education to provide feedback to staff.
- Assessed students' social-emotional needs and developed appropriate interventions.
- Advised teachers on how to modify instruction based on individual student needs.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Encouraged collaboration among faculty members through professional learning communities.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Used videos, lectures and moderated discussions to engage students during class.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
Mental Health Counselor
Health Connect America
Dyersburg, TN
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients and their families to ensure effective communication.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Offered referrals to community resources that could assist clients in meeting their needs.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions based on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Monitored client safety by assessing risk factors associated with suicide or self-harm behaviors.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss client cases and review treatment plans.
- Attended continuing education courses related to current trends in the field of mental health counseling.
- Documented service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
Advertising Sales Representative
State Gazette
Dyersburg, TN
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed and maintained relationships with clients to ensure repeat business.
- Conducted market research in order to determine potential sales opportunities.
- Created advertising campaigns for clients based on their needs and budget.
- Generated leads through cold calling, emails, direct mailings.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and clients.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email.
- Maintained detailed records of all sales activities including contacts, accounts, leads.
- Analyzed customer feedback in order to improve services offered by the company.
- Prepared presentations and proposals for prospective customers.
- Advised customers on best practices for optimizing campaign performance.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws when selling advertising services.
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials such as brochures and flyers.
- Helped customers design and layout spec ads.
- Presented engaging media packages and advertising options to prospects.
- Upsold advertising packages and options to customers by making outbound sales calls.
- Established numerous new accounts, boosting profits significantly.
- Leveraged market analytics to secure new clients in growing territories.
- Used persuasive techniques to overcome objections and close new sales opportunities.
- Exceeded department expectations for productivity and accuracy levels.
- Applied lead generating methods in high number of cold calls per day.
- Developed spreadsheets to track billing, client proposals, contracts, subcontracts and subcontractor licenses.
- Scheduled and attended numerous appointments per week.
Teacher
Lake County Schools
Tiptonville, TN
08.2011 - 05.2016
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
- Prepared weekly newsletters for parents outlining upcoming assignments or events at school.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Organized parent conferences throughout the year to discuss student progress.
- Actively sought out opportunities for collaboration with other teachers within the district.
Education
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Bethel University
Mckenzie, TN05-2011
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05-2008
Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
- Small Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Team Building
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Public Speaking
- Technology Integration
- Account Management
- Customer Engagement
- Product description
- Sales Presentations
- Deal negotiation
- Networking
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Flexible Schedule
- Case Documentation
- Care Plan Development
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Group facilitation
- Patient Evaluation
- Community Resources
- Aftercare follow up
- Individual Counseling
Affiliations
- Lake County Primary Care Board of Advisors
- Chairman of Diamonds and Pearls Social group for pre-teens in distress
- County Wide Tech Mentor for Tipton County's Covington Integrated Arts Academy
- Teacher Team Lead
- University of Memphis Vice President of Panhellenic
Accomplishments
COMP-Classroom Organization Management Program- Vanderbilt
Certification
- Professional License 10 Year
- Endorsements-499 Elementary K-6
- Valid 9/1/21-8/31/2031
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher/Team Leader
Tipton County Board Of Education
08.2020 - 05.2024
Mental Health Counselor
Health Connect America
09.2019 - 07.2020
Advertising Sales Representative
State Gazette
05.2018 - 09.2019
Teacher
Lake County Schools
08.2011 - 05.2016
- Professional License 10 Year
- Endorsements-499 Elementary K-6
- Valid 9/1/21-8/31/2031
Master of Arts - Education Administration
Bethel University
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Memphis
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