Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Teacher
Sandra Williams

Sandra Williams

Meridian,MS

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in educational and psychological support roles, notably with Kelly Educational Services. Excelled in fostering academic growth and emotional well-being, leveraging strong organizational abilities and relationship-building skills. Achieved positive change outcomes in patient care at East Mississippi State Hospital through effective group instruction and comprehensive assessments.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
05.2019 - Current
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.

Psychology Technician

East Mississippi State Hospital
10.1994 - 06.2003
  • Educated families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and available resources to promote understanding and support for their loved one''s journey towards recovery.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and guidance during therapy sessions.
  • Contributed to ongoing research projects by collecting and analyzing data on various psychological topics.
  • Assisted in the development of evidence-based therapeutic interventions by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Maintained detailed clinical documentation to ensure accurate patient records and aid in treatment planning.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage client engagement in treatment processes leading towards positive change outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations.
  • Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining strong working relationships with referring clinicians, resulting in streamlined coordination of care across multiple providers.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions that fostered positive communication skills and coping strategies among participants.
  • Assessed individual progress throughout the course of therapy, adjusting treatment plans as needed to optimize results.

Sales Associate

Gap
12.1997 - 06.1998
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.

Education

B. S. Education And Psychology - Psychology

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS
08.1991

High School Diploma - Required Courses

Meridian High School
Meridian, MS
05.1986

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student Engagement
  • Classroom Management
  • Disciplinary procedures
  • Organizational abilities
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Group Instruction
  • Elementary Education
  • Student Records Management

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Kelly Educational Services
05.2019 - Current

Sales Associate

Gap
12.1997 - 06.1998

Psychology Technician

East Mississippi State Hospital
10.1994 - 06.2003

B. S. Education And Psychology - Psychology

University of Southern Mississippi

High School Diploma - Required Courses

Meridian High School
Sandra Williams