Sasha Jefferson

Pittsburg

Summary

Student support professional with experience in fostering student success through academic guidance and resource coordination. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving tangible results. Expertise in conflict resolution, communication, and time management. Adaptable and reliable, meeting changing needs with positive attitude.

Experienced with coordinating student support services and addressing diverse student needs efficiently. Utilizes problem-solving abilities to resolve academic and personal issues. Knowledge of educational best practices and strategies to promote student success and well-being.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Student Support Coordinator

Sparkwheel at Meadowlark Elementary School

08.2014 - Current

Responsible for identifying and case managing 55/400 students K-5 who are at risk and/or need additional academic, behavior, and social emotional support. Lead and manage annual projects and events. Collaborate with community agencies such as health clinics, optometrists, child protective services, dentists and more in order to connect students and families with the resources needed. Maintain daily data to reflect quarterly progress.

Table Games Dealer

Kansas Crossing Casino

07.2022 - 10.2022

Welcomed players to table, explained rules of the game to new customers, exchanged chips for cash and vice versa, mentally calculated payouts owed to winners.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education K-6

Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg, Kansas

12-2006

Skills

Public Speaking: Presented to Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburg Kiwanis Club, Pittsburg Police Department, Pittsburg State University Student Government Association, Pittsburg State University International Student Association, Pittsburg Unified School District 250, KOAM News about my program at the school and its mission
Project Leadership and Management: Currently manage a caseload of 55 students, identify academic, behavioral, social emotional, and attendance barriers Set goals and uniquely create effective pathways to reach them

Fostering Partnerships with Community Stakeholders: Establish strong partnerships with local churches, organizations, and businesses by personally introducing myself and providing information that supports my mission to help students and families (ie ribbon cutting ceremonies and Chamber Coffees)
Building Healthy Relationships with Students: Meet daily with students and am consistently available, encouraging, empowering, and caring Effectively create lessons for a fun learning environment since 2007

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