MaKayla Murphy
Lookeba,OK
Summary
Counselor with strong background helping students overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator/ ELL
Epic Charter Schools
2020.07 - Current
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Mentored new educators in best practices for teaching, leading to increased confidence and effectiveness within the school community.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to target areas of weakness and continuously improve student performance throughout the school year.
2nd Grade Teacher
Thomas-Fay-Custer Elementary
2013.08 - 2020.05
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to stay current on best practices in education, applying new ideas within the classroom setting.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, making content more relevant and relatable for students.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK05.2012
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Suicide / Crisis Training
- Data Confidentiality
- HIPAA
- Decision-Making
- Documentation And Reporting
- Organization
- Team building
- Counseling techniques
- Multicultural Competence
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
- Master's Degree - School Counseling - 05/2024
Timeline
Educator/ ELL
Epic Charter Schools
2020.07 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Thomas-Fay-Custer Elementary
2013.08 - 2020.05
Master of Education - School Counseling
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
- Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
- Master's Degree - School Counseling - 05/2024
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