Virginia Kathleen (Kathy) Dean
Meridian
Summary
Educator and School Counselor with 28 years of experience. My educator experience was primarily spent in the elementary classroom setting, teaching grades, first, second, fifth, and sixth. My time in the classroom spanned fourteen enjoyable years.
I also spent fourteen years in the field of school counseling. I was solely responsible for organizing and implementing comprehensive school counseling programs for Enterprise Elementary and Middle Schools. My programs included over 700 students. Navigating the challenges of a large and diverse students have equipped me with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, flexibility, and excellent communication skills. I have been committed to my students is all aspects of my career and in all aspects of their lives, making meaningful contributions to academic, social, and emotional growth for all.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Enterprise Elementary and Middle School
08.2011 - 06.2025
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student emotional and academic growth.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive school counseling programs addressing diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with educators to create tailored intervention strategies for at-risk students.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support during critical situations.
- Mentored junior counselors, fostering professional development and enhancing team effectiveness.
- Analyzed student data to inform program improvements and enhance overall school performance.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to extend resources and support for families in need.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Elementary School Teacher
Enterprise Elementary School
08.1997 - 05.2011
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment encouraging respect, collaboration, and effective communication among students.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and resources to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Organized extracurricular activities promoting teamwork, creativity, and personal growth among students.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
Patient Financial Advisor, Accts Payable, Payroll
Laurelwood Center
01.1987 - 07.1997
- Advised patients on financial responsibilities and payment options to enhance understanding of medical costs.
- Facilitated insurance verification processes, ensuring accurate patient information for billing and claims.
- Processed payroll for diverse employee groups, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements.
- Maintained detailed records of employee hours and earnings.
- Processed high-volume invoices efficiently, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
- Managed payment approvals and documentation.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi State University
Meridian, MS05-1997
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Academic Advising
- Crisis Intervention
- Program Development
- Student Assessment
- Behavior Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Suicide prevention
- Student advocacy
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Career guidance
- Academic support
- Student records management
- Elementary education
Certification
- State of Mississippi - Class AA License (159694)
-Elementary Education (K-6)
-Reading (K-12)
-Guidance Counselor (K-12)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- National Certified School Counselor (NCSC)
Timeline
School Counselor
Enterprise Elementary and Middle School
08.2011 - 06.2025
Elementary School Teacher
Enterprise Elementary School
08.1997 - 05.2011
Patient Financial Advisor, Accts Payable, Payroll
Laurelwood Center
01.1987 - 07.1997
Master of Science - School Counseling
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Mississippi State University
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