Dynamic education leader with extensive experience at Lake Wales Charter Schools, excelling in threat and crisis management. Proven ability to implement individualized behavioral interventions and develop tailored safety plans, ensuring holistic student support. Skilled in resource coordination and effective communication, fostering collaboration among stakeholders to meet diverse student needs.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean of Students
Lake Wales Charter Schools
Lake Wales , FL
12.2003 - Current
Managed disciplinary processes in accordance with school policies and regulations.
Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for diverse student needs.
Documented behavioral incidents and communicated with parents regularly.
Certified in The Florida Threat Management Model as Vice Chair to determine threat levels.
Conducted assessments to determine needs and appropriate interventions for students, in conjunction with mental health professionals.
Developed safety plans tailored to individual students' circumstances and risks. Maintained and followed threat management plans for students.
Conducted immediate crisis assessments to determine risk levels and necessary interventions.
Coordinated with family members and other support systems to provide holistic care. As well as connecting families to resources for their students
ELA Teacher
Lake Wales Charter Schools
Lake Wales, FL
12.2002 - 08.2010
Encouraged critical thinking skills through inquiry-based activities and discussions.
Assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments.
Established effective communication with parents regarding student progress.
Education
Teacher Prepartory Certification - Education
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
08-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Warner University
Lake Wales, FL
01-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Masters of Science Managment
Warner University
Lake Wales, FL
Skills
Threat and crisis management
Behavioral intervention
Data documentation
Resource coordination
Safety planning
Developed and monitored student SSMP with the mental health team
Trained and certified as vice-chair for Florida's harm prevention and threat management model
Trainer for Mental Health First Aid for System
Works Seamlessly with all stake holders to ensure students need are met in a timely manner
Accomplishments
Golden Garland Award from Ledger Media Group
Coach of the Year for County for Girls Golf
National Championships three times for Esports team
Certification
Certified English 6-12
Reading endorsed
ESOL endorsed
Mental Health First Aide Trainer
Timeline
Dean of Students
Lake Wales Charter Schools
12.2003 - Current
ELA Teacher
Lake Wales Charter Schools
12.2002 - 08.2010
Teacher Prepartory Certification - Education
Polk State College
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Warner University
Some College (No Degree) - Masters of Science Managment