Lanyia Rudd
Southaven
Summary
Experienced educator and counselor with a strong background in crisis management and conflict resolution. Committed to fostering personal growth and community engagement through effective communication and teamwork, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for youth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Teacher Counselor
Youth Villages
Bartlett
04.2024 - Current
- Facilitated crisis management for youth experiencing suicidal ideations or hazardous behaviors, ensuring timely support and intervention.
- Delivered crisis intervention and conflict resolution services.
- Applied de-escalation techniques in crisis situations to maintain a safe environment.
- Developed independent living skills in youth, including budgeting, grocery shopping, and meal prep, to foster self-sufficiency.
- Monitored behavior for adherence to safety guidelines and compliance requirements.
- Led group discussions to improve communication and foster teamwork, enhancing group cohesion and collaboration.
- Accurately documented all incidents and progress in youth records.
- Conducted training sessions for new team members on safety protocols and procedures.
Youth Development Intern
AmeriCorps - La Puente Home Inc
Alamosa
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Mentored young people through weekly one-on-one meetings, fostering personal growth and development.
- Facilitated youth engagement through structured activities and workshops.
- Developed strategies to engage youth in positive activities.
- Coordinated outreach efforts, successfully increasing membership in youth programs.
- Served as an advocate for young people within the community setting.
- Collaborated with community partners to increase resources for youth programs.
- Developed educational materials on health, safety, and relevant topics, enhancing youth knowledge and engagement.
After-School Counselor
Tunjia's Little Ones Child Center
Hattiesburg
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Organized and implemented educational activities, enhancing children's creativity and teamwork through games, arts and crafts, music lessons, and sports competitions.
- Supervised individual and group activities in the after-school program.
- Supervised children during after-school activities, ensuring their safety and engagement.
- Assisted children with homework and provided academic support.
- Maintained clean, safe environment in child center, promoting well-being and comfort.
Teaching Assistant
Americorps Jumpstart
Hattiesburg
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Instructed students individually and in groups to reinforce learning concepts effectively.
- Facilitated engaging activities that enhanced early literacy and language development.
- Supported classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective teaching strategies and resources.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS05-2020
Skills
- Individualized education plans
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis management
- Behavioral monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Youth development
- Youth advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
Timeline
Senior Teacher Counselor
Youth Villages
04.2024 - Current
Youth Development Intern
AmeriCorps - La Puente Home Inc
02.2023 - 02.2024
After-School Counselor
Tunjia's Little Ones Child Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Teaching Assistant
Americorps Jumpstart
01.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northwest Mississippi Community College