Substitute Teacher K 5 Resume Example Fort Campbell DODEA

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER K-5

Professional Overview

Clinically Licensed Practicing Counselor since 2001 with 8+ years experience working with children in the area of emotional, spiritual and educational development. Presently, working towards the completion of a second Masters degree in the area of Teaching and Learning at Liberty University.with plans to graduate May, 2016. Well-rounded and personable professional in the area of instructing and leading a clinical team in ensuring the behavioral, educational and psychological needs of children diagnosed with psychological, behavioral and learning disorders were met. Dedicated and motivated substitute teacher for one year in a DoDEA school in Fort Campbell, Kentucky where I stood in for general and special education teachers. Adjunct Professor of Psychology offering a wealth of knowledge in the development and implementation of educational technology tools and applications in the classroom. Employed creative teaching strategies to engage students fully inthe learning process. Energetic and skilled volunteer serving in various educational settings for 10+ years.

Summary of Skills

Licensed Counselor in Georgia
Substitute Teacher
Educational Field Service experience in K-5
Demonstrate Classroom Behavior Management
Instructing students from diverse backgrounds
Teaching, tutoring and counseling
Practiced family assessments
Superior communication skills
Therapeutic expertise
Family therapy background
Behavioral/cognitive skills development

Exceptional problem solver
Extensive DSM-IV knowledge
Parenting skills educator
Motivating students
Innovative lesson planning
Learning style assessment
Effective listening
Creative lesson plan development
Differentiated instruction
Behavior modification
Excellent reading comprehension
Clear public speaking skills

Education

M.ed : Teaching and Learning, 2016Liberty University - Lynchburg, VA, USA

M.A. Degree : Professional Counseling, 2004Psychological Studies Institute - renamed Richmont University Christian College - Atlanta, GA, USAGPA: GPA: 3.46

Professional Counseling GPA: 3.46

B.S. Degree : Human Relations Counseling, 2000Point University - Atlanta, GA, USAGPA: GPA: 2.8

Human Relations Counseling GPA: 2.8

Professional Experience

Substitute Teacher K-5
September 2014 to May 2015Fort Campbell DODEA - Fort Campbell, KY

Taught classes for PreK-5th grade teachers who were in meetings, trainings or absent.
Provided one-on-one support to a child diagnosed with Special Needs within the general classroom.

Adjunct Professor
September 2008 to March 2011Atlanta Christian College - East Point, GA

Maintained a teaching load of 30+ undergraduate students each semester.
Constructed interactive modules using various texts books to use within the classroom setting in order to enhance the classroom learning experience.
Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
Inspired students to translate their academic interests into the real world by taking positive action.
Challenged and motivated students through in-depth lectures and discussions.
Developed and taught classroom and online courses in Psychology.
Emphasized the importance of academic honesty with students and instructed them on proper citation of research sources.

Program Coordinator/Clinical Director
September 2004 to March 2011Georgia Baptist Children's Homes - Palmetto, GA

Supervised the program staff (therapists, Psychiatrist, case managers and nurses) to ensure the mental health needs of clients were being met.
Compiled and submitted treatment billing to Medicaid for organizational reimbursement.
Conducted regular crisis counseling sessions each week.
Interviewed and assessed new clients each week.
Selected and compiled relevant information and resources for clients to support them in overcoming mental, behavioral and emotional problems.
Worked with clients with co-occurring disorders.
Provided provisional diagnosis for clients using DSM-IV criteria.
Assessed and wrote treatment plans and weekly progress notes for each client assigned to caseload.
Completed documentation for all clients attending group counseling. sessions.
Communicated regularly with family members / caretakers during treatment process.
Coordinated weekly Treatment Team meetings with the client's Psychiatrist, Nurse, Social Worker, teachers, and other child- care workers.
Created and taught agency trainings to educate employees about mental health disorders and practices.
Worked with agency child-care workers, Psychiatrist, Psychologist and Nurses to draft treatment plans for a caseload of 30+ clients.
Provided interactive therapy to families and children/teens using Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Provided 24-hour on-call services for child-care workers in order to coordinate the needed care of consumers in case of mental health emergencies.
Provided clinical supervision to interns and individuals within the organization seeking certification.
Educated agency employees about childhood behavioral and mental health disorders as well as identifying warning signs of suicidal ideation and substance abuse.
Communicated with local schools regarding client involvement and attendance.

Assessment Counselor / Lead Counselor
July 2004 to August 2007Anchor Hospital - Atlanta, GA

Provided on-site Mental Health Assessments, Mental Status Exams and/ or SASSI to determine the level of services required for the patient (inpatient, outpatient or partial- hospitalization).
Coordinated with patient's insurance companies regarding patient needs, care and payment.
Obtained patient vital signs (BP, Breathalyzer, temperature) and communicated the information to on-call Psychiatrist as standard protocol in determining level of care of the patient required at the time of assessment.
Supervised other assessment counselors during shift to ensure that patient needs were being met and the necessary hospital paperwork was being thoroughly completed.

Social Worker
June 2000 to March 2004Fayette Youth Protection Home - Fayetteville, GA

Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concern.
Presented case history material to review with discussion with other staff members.
Interviewed patients and their relatives to compile detailed social and psychiatric information.
Served as representative on panel as Child Advocate in the local county.
Served as representative on IEP panels in local school system for children with severe mental health, behavioral and emotional diagnosis's.
Coordinated with the consumer's Psychiatrist, Psychologist, teacher(s) and Child Protective Serve Providers regarding the mental, behavioral and emotional needs of the client.
Wrote and maintained Individualized Treatment Plans for the consumers to ensure their individual goals were being met daily, weekly and monthly in areas such as education, daily living and therapeutic.
Communicated with relatives of clients about diagnoses and treatment programs.

Professional License

LPC Licensed Professional Counselor (2008-Present)

Skills

Administrative Management
Classroom Discipline and Instruction
Family Involvement
Child Development
Creative Lesson Planning
Critical Thinking
Team Player
Problem Solving

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Fort Campbell DODEA
Atlanta Christian College
Georgia Baptist Children's Homes
Anchor Hospital
Fayette Youth Protection Home

School Attended

Liberty University
Psychological Studies Institute - renamed Richmont University Christian College
Point University

Job Titles Held:

Substitute Teacher K-5
Adjunct Professor
Program Coordinator/Clinical Director
Assessment Counselor / Lead Counselor
Social Worker

Degrees

M.ed : Teaching and Learning , 2016
M.A. Degree : Professional Counseling , 2004
B.S. Degree : Human Relations Counseling , 2000

Substitute Teacher K-5 Resume Example

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