Traci Leyva
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Skilled counseling professional with deep commitment to student emotional and social development. Adept at creating and executing programs that address diverse student needs, fostering supportive school environment. Valued for collaborative efforts and adaptability to dynamic educational settings, ensuring reliable support and positive outcomes.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Counselor
Clark County Public Schools - M.J. Christensen Elementary
Las Vegas, NV
08.2007 - 02.2023
- Assisted students in identifying personal strengths and areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student emotional and social development.
- Organized and facilitated group counseling sessions to promote peer interaction.
- Conducted individual assessments to address student needs and concerns.
- Participated in school events to foster community engagement and awareness.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts through active listening and empathy skills.
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
- Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Clark County Public Schools - Twitchell Elementary
Henderson, NV
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and academic success.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student performance and adapted lessons for continuous improvement.
Elementary Special Education and Counselor
Oklahoma Public Schools
Bartlesville, OK, Cushing, OK, Stillwater, OK
08.1989 - 08.2006
- Provided individual and group counseling to enhance students' emotional well-being.
- Developed and implemented educational programs addressing behavioral issues and academic challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create personalized support plans for students in need.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and facilitate appropriate interventions.
- Developed individualized educational plans (IEP's) tailored to diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented evidence based instruction strategies to enhance student engagement and academic success.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling And Student Personnel
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK07-1995
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK12-1988
Skills
- Self-esteem building
- Classroom management
- Career exploration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Advising
- Interpersonal skills
- Social skills training
- Suicide prevention
- Group counseling
- Individual counseling
- Special education support
- Special education
Accomplishments
Chosen to act as a mentor for incoming new counselors in Clark County School district.
Certification
Department of Education, Nevada, Certification
Elementary Education
Special Education
School Counselor
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor
Clark County Public Schools - M.J. Christensen Elementary
08.2007 - 02.2023
Elementary Special Education Teacher
Clark County Public Schools - Twitchell Elementary
08.2006 - 08.2007
Elementary Special Education and Counselor
Oklahoma Public Schools
08.1989 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Counseling And Student Personnel
Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Oklahoma State University