Travis Jennings
Orangeburg,SC
Summary
Professional counselor with strong foundation in student support and development. Known for effective communication, empathy, and conflict resolution skills. Proven ability to collaborate with educators and adapt to changing needs while consistently achieving positive outcomes for students. Skilled in individual and group counseling, academic planning, and crisis intervention, creating supportive and results-driven environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Marshall Elementary School
09.2021 - Current
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources for families in need.
- Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
- Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
- Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Behavior Interventionist
Carver Edisto Middle School
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.
- Promoted positive behavior change through consistent reinforcement and appropriate consequences.
- Improved student behavior by developing and implementing tailored intervention plans.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
Head Start Teacher
OCAB Head Start Center
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by maintaining open lines of communication via newsletters, conferences, and progress reports.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Substitute Teacher
Richland School District One
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC12-2015
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural competence
- Individual counseling
- Social-emotional learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Global Career Development Facilitator
- Diploma in Mental Health
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Marshall Elementary School
09.2021 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
Carver Edisto Middle School
08.2020 - 08.2021
Head Start Teacher
OCAB Head Start Center
01.2017 - 05.2020
Substitute Teacher
Richland School District One
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Global Career Development Facilitator
- Diploma in Mental Health
Master of Arts - School Counseling
South Carolina State University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
South Carolina State University
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