Melissa Gray
Panama City Beach
Summary
With a proven track record at Taylor County School Board, I excel in academic administration and leadership development, enhancing program effectiveness and faculty collaboration. Leveraging organizational skills and effective communication, I've significantly improved student success rates and academic experiences. My approach focuses on strategic partnerships and innovative student support initiatives. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Bay County School District
01.2025 - Current
- Built strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Facilitated small group instruction for targeted skill development, enhancing academic growth for all participants.
- Provided ongoing assessment of student progress, adjusting interventions as needed to optimize results.
Dean
Taylor County School Board
12.2023 - Current
- Facilitated data-driven decision making by utilizing assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency, resulting in reduced workload for faculty members.
- Established collaborations with industry partners to provide students with real-world experiences and networking opportunities.
- Served as an advocate for departmental needs by effectively communicating with upper-level administration, securing resources necessary for continuous growth and improvement.
- Developed strong relationships with alumni networks to create ongoing opportunities for collaboration and career placement assistance for graduates.
- Implemented initiatives to drive curriculum quality and target learning outcomes.
- Directed crisis management efforts during emergency situations, ensuring safety and well-being of campus community.
- Advocated for student needs, leading to development of comprehensive support services and resources.
- Coordinated with department heads to ensure alignment of academic goals with institutional strategies.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
Guidance Counselor
Taylor County School Board
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining accurate records of all counseling sessions and interventions provided.
- Conducted presentations at parent meetings, providing information on available resources and strategies for supporting student success.
- Created a welcoming environment by promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity within the school community.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on topics such as stress management, academic skills development, career exploration, or relationship-building techniques.
- Addressed barriers to learning by collaborating with special education team members to create customized educational plans for each student.
- Provided support to families by connecting them with relevant resources and guiding them through resources such as FLVS and DISC Village.
- Led professional development workshops for educators on topics such as classroom management strategies or mental health awareness initiatives.
- Evaluated student needs through assessments, identifying areas for growth and providing targeted interventions when necessary.
- Served as a liaison between parents, teachers, administration, and outside agencies to ensure effective communication regarding student needs.
- Improved school climate by implementing proactive intervention programs that addressed bullying, drug use, and mental health issues.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, enhancing the availability of resources for students and families.
- Offered crisis intervention support for students experiencing emotional distress or other personal challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student behavior and academic success.
- Assisted students in setting realistic goals, creating action plans, and tracking their achievements.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Teacher
Taylor County School Board
01.2000 - 07.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida A&M University
12-1999
Associate of Arts -
North Florida Community College
05-1997
Skills
- Academic administration knowledge
- Organizational Development
- Student retention
- Academic goal advisement
- Faculty communication
- Academic Leadership
- Policy compliance
- Disciplinary action
- Student advisement
- Academic administration
- Faculty Development
- Faculty Collaboration
- Performance Assessment
- Student Guidance
- School policies and protocols
- Disciplinary enforcement
- Planning and coordination
- Personnel Management
- Multi-tiered Support Systems
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Leadership Development
Certification
Exceptional Student Education
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Bay County School District
01.2025 - Current
Dean
Taylor County School Board
12.2023 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Taylor County School Board
08.2021 - 07.2023
Teacher
Taylor County School Board
01.2000 - 07.2021
Associate of Arts -
North Florida Community College
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida A&M University
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