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RENEE SPEED, EDUCATOR / INSTRUCTOR, is seeking a full-time position in the Austin, texas area. She is looking for a candidate with a proven commitment to student development regardless of challenges in learning capacity, primary language difference or the limitation of resources.
RENEE SPEED, EDUCATOR / INSTRUCTOR, is seeking a full-time position in the Austin, texas area. She is looking for a candidate with a proven commitment to student development regardless of challenges in learning capacity, primary language difference or the limitation of resources.
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RENEE SPEED, EDUCATOR / INSTRUCTOR, is seeking a full-time position in the Austin, texas area. She is looking for a candidate with a proven commitment to student development regardless of challenges in learning capacity, primary language difference or the limitation of resources.
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EDUCATOR/ INSTRUCTOR * Proven commitment to student development regardless of challenges in learning capacity, primary language difference or the limitation of resources. * Keen ability to analyze a learning challenge and determine the best teaching m ethods for student empowerment and growth. * Skillful in the design and implementation of curriculum and programs that reso lve the needs and problems of learners and their individual contexts. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Saint John's UMC, Austin, TX 2006 - 2009 Worship Coordinator * Scheduled speaking opportunities for lay persons and clergy at worship service s, ensuring all service activities proceed on time. * Educated volunteers in creating and displaying artistic arrangements to draw a ttendees into the liturgical focus of the day. * Envisioned the artistic strategies and coordinated church design to spotlight the worship topic. * Establish community-based gatherings to open conversation, encourage cooperati on, and facilitate connections in the church community. Saint John's UMC, Austin, TX 2004 - 2006 Director, Congregational Care * Trained and mentored 20+ volunteers in providing appropriate care, communicati on, and support for 25- 30 homebound members. * Collaborated with cross-departmental organizations to ensure the newsletter an d outbound communications were on-track with various campaigns. * Guided volunteer staff to meet the social needs of the homebound community thr ough personal contact, letters, and cards. Recognized volunteer appreciation in regular staff meetings. * Provided support to the congregational career fair, assisting with sign creati on, brochures development, and floor layout design. * Purchased supplies on a grassroots annual budget of $2,000. LendaHand Inc., Austin, TX 1998 - 2001 Founder & Owner * Researched and assessed the local Austin market, defined the business strategy and project plans to enter a growing residential reseller market. * Purchased, designed, and remodeled 6 residential properties valued at $525k+. Arranged financing and sold homes for $900k+, earning $126K. * Directed operations to ensure clear alignment with business plan timeline, exp ectations, and milestones. * Identified qualified vendors, negotiated business contracts, and monitored ven dor quality issues. * Developed relationships with subcontractors, enabling the company to run at ma ximum efficiency. * Forged strategic partnerships with banks and investors to support clients in a ccessing financing. * Renee Speed, LPC., Austin, TX 1997 - 2004 Private Practice Therapist * Instructed and counseled clients and patients, individually and in group sessi ons, to assist in overcoming life changes and dependencies. * Mentored clients though analysis of personal issues regarding disability, divo rce, and pathological problems utilizing Carl Roger's theory of unconditional po sitive regard. * Developed treatment plans and behavior models for various populations providin g healthy lifestyle options for clientele. * Provided consulting expertise and advocacy for custody placement of individual s for trial proceedings. * Built a private client base of individuals, couples, and groups. Managed budge t, billing, and scheduling to ensure profitability. Capital Area Mental Health Center, Austin, TX 1995 - 1997 Therapist (Intern) * Utilized basic counseling skills while conducting individual sessions, includi ng listening, paraphrasing, noting discrepancies in emotions/thoughts/behaviors, clarifying, observing behavior and body language. * Provided verbal and non-verbal feedback to clients to help them reach their de sired goals. * Prepared progress notes and reports during Texas State University practicum an d internships, ensuring full compliance with agency requirements and deadlines. * Assisted colleagues with literature reviews for classroom research studies. Pr esented research findings to fellow students and faculty. Holy Name of Jesus, New Orleans, LA 1989 - 1992 Teacher * Provided Social Studies instruction and guidance to middle school students by establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communic ated these objectives to students. * Modified curriculum in the inclusive classroom setting to provide effective pr oblem-solving instruction to 5th-7th grade students. * Conducted activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and i nvestigate. * Counseled students on time management and life skills, and directed to appropr iate community resources for assistance. Cunningham Middle School, Austin, TX 1985 - 1989 Teacher * Taught Gifted and Talented 7th and 8th grade students and Language Arts 7th gr ade students, selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures as appropriate for high-level students. * Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. * Planned and designed curriculum for a variety of subjects, created weekly/mont hly lessons plans and assessments for classrooms and labs to achieve learning ob jectives. * Established and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering an environment of open communication and support. * Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. EDUCATION M. Ed in Counseling and Guidance, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX B.A in History, Texas A&M, College Station, TX CERTIFICATIONS Texas Provisional Secondary English (Lifetime) Texas Provisional Secondary History (Lifetime) Licensed Professional Counselor (1995 - 2004)