Sonya R. Storey
Rockwood,TN
Summary
Demonstrates strong competency in educational subject matter, including designing, preparing, and leading activities for youth, young adults, and adults. Skilled in fostering relationships and collaborating to develop customized accommodation plans that support clients’ academic, social, and personal growth. Knowledgeable in child, youth, and adult development, including social, behavioral, emotional, cognitive, and educational domains. Proficient in evaluating complex situations and implementing effective solutions through strong problem-solving skills, while demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced, evolving educational and administrative environments. Utilizes critical thinking to assess student and client needs and develop individualized support strategies, effectively manages multiple priorities and deadlines, and communicates clearly and persuasively with diverse audiences. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships by leveraging strong interpersonal skills to enhance outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Care, Advocacy, &Accessibility
Roane State Community College
05.2023 - Current
- Leads strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement and retention across diverse programs.
- Developed and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency within academic departments.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to streamline workflow processes and resource allocation.
- Oversees budget management, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and financial sustainability.
- Evaluate documentation provided by students and create, design, and implement individualized accommodation plans that ensure equitable access to educational resources.
- Provide dedicated support to a caseload of students facing academic challenges, offering guidance and resources to mitigate obstacles and promote overall well-being.
- Assess student needs and develop tailored interventions to support academic success and foster inclusive learning environments.
Student Support Advocate
Roane State Community College
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in organizing student events, enhancing campus engagement, and community involvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to streamline course materials and improve accessibility for diverse learners.
- Developed study groups, fostering a collaborative learning environment among peers.
- Utilized online learning platforms to support remote education and facilitate communication between students and instructors.
- Collaborated with campus departments, faculty, and students to address multifaceted academic and behavioral challenges effectively.
- Monitored attendance, academic performance, and student conduct, facilitating timely referrals to appropriate resources and support agencies.
- Advocated for students to ensure access to essential support services, promoting a safe and conducive learning environment.
Early Interventionist
Nurture the Next, Healthy Families
11.2018 - 08.2022
- Developed individualized intervention plans for children with developmental delays.
- Collaborated with families to enhance child engagement and skill acquisition.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to promote social and emotional development.
- Trained parents in supportive techniques to reinforce learning at home. Provided early intervention and home-visiting support to eligible families with children from prenatal stages through age five.
- Maintained ongoing communication with families, sharing tailored resources to strengthen parent–child relationships and support child development.
- Fostered community connections to deliver comprehensive family support services.
- Conducted annual educational trainings using the Kimochi curriculum, promoting informed parenting and optimal child development outcomes.
Facilitator
Darkness to Light
11.2018 - 09.2021
- Developed and facilitated training sessions on child sexual abuse prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance outreach and support programs.
- Led workshops to engage participants in discussions about safe environments for children.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to improve training effectiveness and participant engagement.
- Implemented child abuse prevention initiatives across multiple regions, reaching diverse populations and higher education institutions.
- Promoted awareness and compliance with mandated reporting laws through hands-on facilitation of Darkness to Light and Stewards of Children programs.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Roane School System
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Supported individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with educators to implement classroom strategies promoting inclusive learning environments.
- Assisted in assessing student progress and adapting instructional materials accordingly.
- Facilitated communication between teachers, students, and parents to enhance educational outcomes.
- Assisted in identifying students experiencing academic challenges and applied targeted interventions aligned with IEP documentation to support classroom success.
- Collaborated closely with school social workers to create and implement individualized plans for students and families, promoting progress toward learning goals.
Early Interventionist
State of Tennessee
02.1998 - 07.2016
- Developed individualized intervention plans for children with developmental delays.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and support family needs.
- Conducted regular assessments to track progress and adjust strategies as needed.
- Trained caregivers in effective techniques to promote child development at home.
- Collaborated with children with special needs, implementing a strength-based approach to facilitate achievement of developmental goals.
- Evaluated children for service eligibility and designed individualized support plans to address unique needs.
- Liaised with parents, therapists, medical professionals, and local school systems to ensure coordinated and tailored services.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Lynchburg, Virginia 05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Crown College
Knoxville,TN05-1994
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Proficient in evaluating complex situations and implementing solutions through strong problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates adaptability in fast-paced, changing educational and administrative environments
- Utilizes critical thinking to assess student needs and develop individualized support plans
- Effectively manages multiple priorities and deadlines with strong time management
- Communicates clearly and persuasively with diverse audiences
- Builds and maintains collaborative relationships through strong interpersonal skills
Timeline
Director of Student Care, Advocacy, &Accessibility
Roane State Community College
05.2023 - Current
Student Support Advocate
Roane State Community College
08.2022 - 05.2023
Early Interventionist
Nurture the Next, Healthy Families
11.2018 - 08.2022
Facilitator
Darkness to Light
11.2018 - 09.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Roane School System
08.2018 - 08.2019
Early Interventionist
State of Tennessee
02.1998 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Education
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Crown College