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Haley Gholson

St Louis

Summary

Organized educator with over eight years of experience in talent development and performance management. Proven expertise in curriculum data management, professional development, and conflict resolution. Strong communication and leadership skills aimed at enhancing workplace culture and productivity.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Acumen
St. Louis
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented care plans, proactively identifying individual needs and solutions to promote skill development and personal growth.
  • Managed and de-escalated challenging situations by employing strong interpersonal communication and conflict resolution techniques, fostering a safe and supportive environment.
  • Created organizational tools and resources to improve communication and overall program efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented data collection tools to gather and analyze information, driving improvements in quality of life for the supported individual.

Elementary School Teacher

Ritenour School District
St. Louis
08.2020 - 05.2025
  • Utilized data analysis to track individual and group performance, identifying trends and creating targeted interventions to improve outcomes and support stakeholder growth.
  • Collaborated with a team to identify varying needs and performance levels, implementing individual and group strategies to maximize engagement and productivity.
  • Selected as one of two staff members that conducted workshops and trained over 50 peers on newly implemented technology, enhancing faculty proficiency.

Student Teacher

Ritenour School District
St. Louis
12.2020 - 12.2021

Substitute Teacher and Summer School Teacher

Kelly Services and Parkway School District
St Louis
01.2021 - 08.2021

Programs Assistant

TASK STL
St. Louis
11.2019 - 08.2021
  • Secured a position as a program volunteer, contributing to the successful execution of the TASK mission statement.
  • Planned, coordinated, and executed inclusive events and activities for up to 100 individuals with disabilities, fostering engagement and community involvement.
  • Supervised groups of up to 50 volunteers to ensure participant safety and well-being during programs.

Accounting and Recruiting Assistant

Duncan Massey
St Louis
06.2017 - 12.2020
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable for a multi-million-dollar staffing company, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
  • Created invoices, tracked payments, and managed time and expense tracking using QuickBooks.
  • Posted job openings on various job boards, screened resumes, and scheduled interviews to ensure a smooth and timely hiring process.

Education

Masters in Elementary Education - Received Teaching Certification

University of Missouri, St, Louis, MO
St Louis, MO
12-2020

Master of Arts - Communications

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
12-2017

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
12-2017

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Program coordination
  • Talent management
  • Performance tracking
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication

Accomplishments

Teacher of the Year Nominee, Ritenour school District - 2023-2024 School Year

  • Nominated by peers for excellence in leadership, collaboration, and commitment to student success.

Golden Whistle Award, TASK STL - 2020

  • Awarded for outstanding contribution to Team Activities for Special Kids through leadership, positivity, and interactions with participants.

Volunteer Honorable Mention, TASK STL - 2019

  • Noticed for leadership abilities and behavioral management during TASKS largest summer camp program.

Affiliations

Marion Elementary Student Council Program Director

  • Voluntarily led the Student Council, mentoring student leaders and coordinating initiatives that promoted school and community involvement.
  • Organized and managed multiple donation drives, including a food drive that achieved the highest participation rate in the district.
  • Facilitated the planning and execution of school spirit weeks, fostering a positive school culture and student engagement.
  • Directed student-led service projects benefiting both the school and wider community, reinforcing civic responsibility and collaboration.

TASK STL Jr. Board Member - Dec 2022-Aug 2024

  • Advised on social media strategy to enhance community engagement and organizational visibility.
  • Identified and secured sponsorships through relationship-building and outreach to local businesses and stakeholders.
  • Planned and executed multiple successful fundraising events, collaborating with cross-functional teams and community partners.
  • Contributed to strategic discussions on organizational development, outreach, and long-term sustainability.

TASK STL Program Volunteer - July 2019 - Nov 2019

  • Guided participants and adapted activities to meet participant needs
  • Established and promoted positive participant behavior
  • Recognized for outstanding contributions and offered a paid position as a result of performance.

Gateway Pet Guardians Shelter Volunteer and Dog Foster - Dec 2017-Aug 2021

  • Fostered and cared for multiple dogs, supporting their socialization and well-being to prepare them for adoption.
  • Represented the shelter at large-scale community events, engaging with the public to promote pet adoption and responsible pet ownership.
  • Built rapport with diverse groups of people, answered questions, and communicated key information about shelter programs and animal care.
  • Developed strong interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills—directly transferable to Human Resources roles involving employee engagement, outreach, and relationship management.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Acumen
08.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher and Summer School Teacher

Kelly Services and Parkway School District
01.2021 - 08.2021

Student Teacher

Ritenour School District
12.2020 - 12.2021

Elementary School Teacher

Ritenour School District
08.2020 - 05.2025

Programs Assistant

TASK STL
11.2019 - 08.2021

Accounting and Recruiting Assistant

Duncan Massey
06.2017 - 12.2020

Masters in Elementary Education - Received Teaching Certification

University of Missouri, St, Louis, MO

Master of Arts - Communications

University of Missouri

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Missouri
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