Tammy Wallace
Reynoldsburg,OH
Summary
Focused educator with 35 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Guidance Counselor
Reynoldsburg City Schools
2001.08 - Current
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by teaching self-advocacy skills and fostering decision-making abilities.
- Presented at parent meetings regarding new student orientation.
- Created a welcoming environment by promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity within the school community.
- Collaborated with community service organizations to work with students.
- Implemented career exploration for all grade levels.
- Scheduled new students and all schedule changes.
- Assisted with the creation of our Master Schedule.
- Provided group and individual counseling.
- Building Test Coordinator for State Testing.
- Organized and administered the 6th grade testing.
- Coordinated 504 plans; identified appropriate interventions in consultation with parents, staff and faculty.
- Maintained confidential documentation and personalized academic plans.
- Organized tours for students transitioning to our building.
- Assisted with high school scheduling for our eighth grade students.
- Planned and organized the school's award ceremonies for all students.
- Provided assistance to our students enrolling in College Credit Plus.
- Transitioned new students into our school.
- Member of the Culture and Climate Committee for staff and students.
- Member of the SEL Committee and helped to implement SEL curriculum.
Guidance Counselor
Licking Heights Local School District
1998.08 - 2001.07
- Provided support to families by connecting them with relevant resources.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on topics such as grief, anger management, or relationship-building techniques.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student behavior and academic success.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in the field of school counseling.
- Enhanced student progress by implementing individualized counseling plans and monitoring academic performance.
- Served as a liaison between parents, teachers, administration, and outside agencies to ensure effective communication regarding student needs.
- Offered crisis intervention support for students experiencing emotional distress or other personal challenges.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention, academic advising, and career and college readiness.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
Mathematics Teacher
Licking County Joint Vocational School
1989.08 - 1998.07
- Collaborated with fellow math teachers on curriculum development, resulting in a more cohesive and comprehensive program.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Established a positive learning environment by enforcing consistent discipline and using effective classroom management techniques.
- Consistently received positive evaluations from supervisors based on observation of instructional practices and impact on student learning.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
- Implemented various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring accessibility of content for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive and collaborative activities, contributing to improved student outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education 7-12
Miami University
Oxford, OH05.1989
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Student Advocacy
- Academic advising
- Career guidance
- Solutions-focused
- Compassionate
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Group Counseling
- Mediation
- Attention to Detail
- Organized
- Student Registration
- Building Schedule Preparation
- Student Schedules
- Career Event Planning
- 504 Evaluations/Plans
- Building Test Coordinator
Timeline
Guidance Counselor
Reynoldsburg City Schools
2001.08 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Licking Heights Local School District
1998.08 - 2001.07
Mathematics Teacher
Licking County Joint Vocational School
1989.08 - 1998.07
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
University of Dayton
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics Education 7-12
Miami University
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