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Saundra Hodge

Ocala,FL

Summary

Professional School Counselor with solid background in providing comprehensive support to students, ensuring their academic and emotional well-being.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Math Teacher

Marion County School Board
08.2020 - Current
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Adapted teaching style to accommodate diverse learning needs, resulting in improved academic performance for all students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, promoting a deeper understanding of mathematical connections across subjects.
  • Implemented data-driven instruction by analyzing student performance data to inform lesson planning and differentiation strategies.
  • Created a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, inclusivity, and personal responsibility among students.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Reviewed latest standards to review teaching strategies for compliance with requirements.
  • Incorporated classroom management strategies daily approximately 120 students daily.

School Counselor-Elementary & Secondary

Marion County School Board
08.2011 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions and coordinated with outside agencies to determine students received appropriate referrals & services.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Participated in weekly Leadership Team meetings to address school-wide concerns.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior through social skills groups and addressing issues such as bullying.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, such as Violence/Suicide Risk Assessments, Baker Acts, etc.)
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, families, faculty, and administration to promote student growth & success.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify any problem areas.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Empowered students to make informed career choices through comprehensive career counseling and exploration activities.
  • Participated in career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
  • Reviewed transcript/grade history to assist with scheduling of appropriate classes and State Guidelines of Middle School Units/Promotion & High School Graduation Requirements.
  • Lead and assist with State Testing requirements.
  • Assist with District Attendance Procedures.
  • Involvement with MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Process & MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team).

Education

Master of Science - School Counseling

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
05-2011

Skills

  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Compassionate
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Math Teacher

Marion County School Board
08.2020 - Current

School Counselor-Elementary & Secondary

Marion County School Board
08.2011 - 05.2020

Master of Science - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

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