Veronica C. Davis
Entrepreneur: Small Business Owner: Certified Life Coach
Waynesboro,VA
Summary
Being raised as a student from a segregated educational background, I learned that I would have to challenge myself to be the best student I could be using limited resources which were provided for me at that time. Also having lived through the Civil Rights area, I was accustom to "giving my all" in academics as well as my overall personal performances in the community and business environment.
I am dedicated to my family, my friends, and whatever commitments I make. My Christian upbringing is the basis for my social and emotional stability that has given me a healthy lifestyle and pride in who I have become. I believe my education and my training in the world of work have helped to shape my personal mission and my Life's goals: to live a life that is honorable and inspiring to help others to be the best version of themselves as God has created each of us to be.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Life Coach
Self Employed Services
Waynesboro, , VA
08.2013 - Current
- Facilitated group sessions and learning discussions to further objectives.
- Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
High School Guidance Counselor
Waynesboro High School
Waynesboro, VA
07.1996 - 07.2013
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
- Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
- Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals and skill level.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Instructed individuals in career development, job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Rehabilitation Counselor
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
Fishersville,, VA
01.1990 - 06.1996
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
- Evaluated and screened patients to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Handled caseload of more than [Number] clients.
Sheltered Workshop Administrator & Evaluator
Valley Workshops
Waynesboro, VA
01.1974 - 06.1976
- Supported office manager with proactive correspondence management, document coordination and customer relations.
- Trained new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Organized, facilitated and participated in community service efforts.
- Assisted with coordination and hosting of company events.
Education
Master of Science - Vocational-Technical Education
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 08.1991 - 08.1994
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University/Norfolk State University
Harrisonburg, VA/Norfolk, VA 09.1966 - 06.1972
Skills
Lesson Planning
Goal Setting
Group facilitation
Social work processes
Civic Engagement
Project Management
Networking
Timeline
Certified Life Coach
Self Employed Services
08.2013 - Current
High School Guidance Counselor
Waynesboro High School
07.1996 - 07.2013
Master of Science - Vocational-Technical Education
Virginia Tech
08.1991 - 08.1994
Rehabilitation Counselor
Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center
01.1990 - 06.1996
Sheltered Workshop Administrator & Evaluator
Valley Workshops
01.1974 - 06.1976
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
James Madison University/Norfolk State University
09.1966 - 06.1972