Shacoby Bailey
Ridgeland,Mississippi
Summary
Compassionate Counselor experienced developing bespoke support plans for vulnerable students. Quickly builds rapport with stakeholders to optimize assessments, interventions and program outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Guidance Counselor
Johnson Elementary (Jackson Public Schools)
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2023 - Current
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Engaged with stakeholders to build relationships and brand awareness.
- Maintained open lines of communication with required contacts to deliver comprehensive service.
- Performed crisis interventions during emergency cases for protection and safety measures.
- Provided advice and referrals for community and self-help agencies.
- Monitored therapeutic practices to evaluate effectiveness on students.
- Assisted students experiencing mental health crises by providing resource access to guarantee safety and wellbeing.
- Facilitated counselling service for groups of 6-8 students.
7th grade Inclusion Teacher
Powell Middle School (Jackson Public Schools)
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed lesson plans based on student abilities, struggles and needs.
- Planned and created range of teaching resources to meet various learning abilities.
- Held parent-teacher meetings to discuss progress and make plans for enhancing student grades.
- Collaborated with staff to plan and schedule lessons for special needs students.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed.
- Encouraged student independence and independent problem-solving throughout lessons.
6th grade ELA Teacher
Powell Middle School (Jackson Public Schools)
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2018 - 05.2022
- Provided additional support to struggling students, promoting improved academic confidence.
- Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
- Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
- Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
6th grade ELA Teacher
Peeples Middle School (Jackson State University)
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
- Developed intervention strategies to improve student performance.
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximized student engagement.
- Managed challenging behavior with firm and fair style.
- Offered personalized constructive feedback to improve student development.
2nd grade Instructional Assistant
Isable Elementary (Jackson Public Schools)
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Taught students important learning, study and behaviour management skills for academic success.
- Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
- Oversaw students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Misssissippi College
Clinton, Mississippi 08.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
- Counselling
- Crisis intervention
- Outreach programs
- Behavioral therapy techniques
- Crisis support
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Crisis consultation
- Solution-focused techniques
Timeline
Guidance Counselor
Johnson Elementary (Jackson Public Schools)
08.2023 - Current
7th grade Inclusion Teacher
Powell Middle School (Jackson Public Schools)
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling
Misssissippi College
08.2020 - 05.2023
6th grade ELA Teacher
Powell Middle School (Jackson Public Schools)
08.2018 - 05.2022
6th grade ELA Teacher
Peeples Middle School (Jackson State University)
08.2018 - 05.2019
2nd grade Instructional Assistant
Isable Elementary (Jackson Public Schools)
08.2016 - 05.2018
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