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Melinda Davis

Jonesboro

Summary

Dedicated and responsive Teacher with proven skills in classroom management, behavior modification and individualized support. Comfortable working with students of different skill levels to promote learning and boost educational success. Serves as role model by using growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Forrest City School District
Forrest City
08.2024 - Current
  • Prepared engaging and stimulating lessons to capture students attention and interest.
  • Assessed students' understanding of materials through homework assignments, quizzes and tests.
  • Established and enforced clear objectives to keep classroom environment consistent and focused on learning.
  • Maintained records of student attendance and grades in alignment with school standards.
  • Assessed learning absorption and retention, adapting instructional techniques to level of students.
  • Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations, and standardized assessments.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development and implementation.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction based on individual student needs.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Participated in faculty meetings and professional development workshops related to mathematics teaching strategies.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance, and assessment results.

Qualified Behavioral Health Professional

The Logan Centers
Forrest City
05.2005 - 08.2024
  • Provided case management services by connecting individuals with community resources such as housing assistance, job training programs or legal aid.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of client cases.
  • Conducted assessments of clients' behavioral health needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
  • Monitored medication usage by clients to ensure adherence to prescribed regimens.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in the development of comprehensive care plans for clients.
  • Educated clients about available resources and services that could help them manage their conditions.
  • Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
  • Assessed patients for risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge.
  • Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes.
  • Modified treatment activities or approaches as needed to comply with changes in clients' status.
  • Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
  • Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or family contact
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
  • Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
  • Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss updates on client progress as well as strategies for improvement.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention services when needed.

Education

Master of Arts - Professional Counseling

Amridge University
Montgomery, Alabama
05-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05-2017

High School Diploma -

Forrest City High School
Forrest City, AR
05-1999

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Classroom management
  • Student assessment
  • Curriculum development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Effective communication
  • Crisis intervention
  • Youth mentorship
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
  • Beyond The Mirrors, LLC.
  • Spring Grove MB Church Youth Advisor

Accomplishments

  • Magna Cum Laude
  • 3.76 Graduate GPA

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher

Forrest City School District
08.2024 - Current

Qualified Behavioral Health Professional

The Logan Centers
05.2005 - 08.2024

Master of Arts - Professional Counseling

Amridge University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Arkansas State University

High School Diploma -

Forrest City High School

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