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Ginger A Blakeley

Madisonville

Summary

Dynamic Academic Success Coach with a proven track record at Madisonville Community College, enhancing student engagement through effective academic advising and continued learning. Skilled in conflict resolution and time management, I fostered a supportive environment that led to improved student outcomes and increased commitment to academic goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Success Coach

Madisonville Community College
09.2022 - Current
  • Conducted regular check-ins with students to assess progress and maintain accountability, resulting in increased engagement and commitment to academic goals.
  • Coordinated learning resource referrals for students in need of additional support, ensuring access to necessary tools for success.
  • Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress, allowing for efficient reporting and analysis of coaching outcomes.
  • Facilitated workshops on study skills, test-taking strategies, and time management techniques for enhanced student performance.

School Counselor/Elementary School Teacher

Hopkins County Schools
08.1998 - 01.2022
  • 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.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
  • Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
  • Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.

Education

Master of Arts - School Guidance

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
12-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
12-1997

Skills

  • Effective team collaboration
  • Academic advising
  • Student consultations
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Emotional support
  • Conflict resolution
  • Professionalism
  • Crisis intervention
  • Suicide prevention
  • Student motivation

Timeline

Academic Success Coach

Madisonville Community College
09.2022 - Current

School Counselor/Elementary School Teacher

Hopkins County Schools
08.1998 - 01.2022

Master of Arts - School Guidance

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Western Kentucky University
Ginger A Blakeley