Vivian Fillyaw
Newton
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with a proven track record at Jasper ISD, excelling in instructional leadership and relationship building. Enhanced student achievement through data-driven instruction and effective parent communication. Committed to fostering a safe learning environment while implementing discipline management strategies that promote positive behavior and academic success.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Jasper ISD
01.2023 - Current
- Supported administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operations within the school environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to monitor student progress and identify areas for support.
- Engaged with parents and stakeholders to address concerns and enhance communication channels.
- Observed classroom activities to provide feedback aimed at improving teaching practices and student outcomes.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Elementary School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with teachers to identify student needs and create tailored support plans.
- Advocated for student needs within school administration to ensure equitable access to educational resources.
- 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.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Reduced incidents of bullying through proactive conflict resolution training and mediation services.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate social-emotional learning into curriculum, promoting holistic educational experience.
High School Counselor
Kirbyville CISD
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student emotional and academic growth.
- Developed and implemented personalized academic plans aligning with student goals and interests.
- Mentored new counselors, providing guidance on best practices in student support services.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
- Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
- Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.
- Partnered with teachers to identify at-risk students and develop targeted interventions for improved academic outcomes.
- Enhanced student success by providing comprehensive guidance on academic and career goals.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
Elementary School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to identify student challenges and recommend appropriate support strategies.
- 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.
- Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
Reading Intervention Teacher
Kirbyville CISD
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Provided targeted small group instruction to enhance reading comprehension and fluency skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop effective reading intervention programs for struggling students.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
- Provided targeted support for at-risk students through one-on-one tutoring sessions and small group instruction.
- Improved overall literacy rates by implementing research-based reading intervention strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with students by building trust through consistent encouragement, feedback, and respect for individual learning styles.
- Boosted student comprehension and fluency through individualized instruction tailored to each student''s needs.
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
Small Business Owner
Newton Feed Store
06.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers and vendors to optimize inventory management and procurement processes.
- Analyzed financial performance, identifying areas for cost reduction and revenue enhancement.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Created financial plans and budgets to optimize resources, track expenses, and ensure profitability.
Intermediate School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2011 - 06.2014
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans to support student academic and emotional needs.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, promoting positive communication among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to identify at-risk students and provide necessary interventions.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive student records, ensuring confidentiality and accurate tracking of student progress and interventions.
- Fostered supportive and inclusive school environment by implementing comprehensive counseling programs.
- Enhanced student academic performance with personalized counseling sessions.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
4th Grade Teacher
Jasper ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to meet diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and academic growth.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies effectively.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support individual student needs and create personalized learning plans.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across subjects.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, establishing clear expectations and consequences while fostering a respectful learning environment.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, addressing the unique needs of each student in the classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and innovative teaching techniques.
Christian School Administrator
Self
08.2008 - 05.2010
- Supervised administrative staff, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in operations.
- Managed daily school activities, overseeing scheduling, staffing, and facility maintenance tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and school offerings.
- Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by establishing strict safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Handled disciplinary referrals with calm, logical approach to student behavior.
High School Counselor
Newton ISD
07.2005 - 12.2007
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student behavioral issues and promote positive outcomes.
- Coordinated standardized testing efforts within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
- Provided crisis intervention support in response to critical incidents affecting the school community or individual student wellbeing.
- Advocated for student needs in disciplinary matters, promoting restorative justice practices that foster accountability and personal growth.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
English Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2003 - 05.2005
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions that promoted critical thinking and student engagement.
- Assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations.
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning in ELA.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Facilitated collaborative discussions to promote critical thinking and effective communication among students.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Newton ISD
08.1997 - 05.2002
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and creativity among students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design integrated curricula that enhance student understanding of language arts concepts.
- Utilized formative assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
4th Grade Teacher
Newton ISD
08.1993 - 05.1997
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through engaging group projects and individual assignments.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child''s academic growth and areas for improvement.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
Education
Masters of Education - Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Instructional leadership
- Engagement with parents
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- Parent communication
- Discipline management
- Relationship building and networking
- School safety
- Administrative support in education
Certification
Principal Certification
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Jasper ISD
01.2023 - Current
Elementary School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2022 - 01.2023
High School Counselor
Kirbyville CISD
07.2019 - 06.2022
Elementary School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2016 - 06.2019
Reading Intervention Teacher
Kirbyville CISD
01.2016 - 05.2016
Small Business Owner
Newton Feed Store
06.2014 - 01.2016
Intermediate School Counselor
Jasper ISD
07.2011 - 06.2014
4th Grade Teacher
Jasper ISD
08.2010 - 05.2011
Christian School Administrator
Self
08.2008 - 05.2010
High School Counselor
Newton ISD
07.2005 - 12.2007
English Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2003 - 05.2005
7th Grade ELA Teacher
Newton ISD
08.2002 - 05.2003
6th Grade English and Language Arts Teacher
Newton ISD
08.1997 - 05.2002
4th Grade Teacher
Newton ISD
08.1993 - 05.1997
Masters of Education - Counseling
Lamar University
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