Abby L. Danch
Erie,PA
Summary
To obtain a counseling position within a school district that will allow utilization of professional knowledge, communication, interpersonal, analytical and teamwork skills to further grow personally and professionally, as well as help students to grow in academic, career and personal/social areas.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior High School Counselor
Harbor Creek School District
06.2013 - Current
- Work with 350+ 7th and 8th grade students in areas of academics, social skills and career exploration; continuous contact with colleagues, parents, students, and outside agencies in various capacities; individual and group counseling, peer mediation, conflict resolutions; work one-on-one with Principal to develop ways to improve Harbor Creek Junior High School; participate in weekly/monthly SAP, BLT, Crisis Team and any outside agency meetings; develop Chapter 15’s; participate in IEP meetings; schedule new students.
Long Term Substitute High School Counselor
North East School District
08.2011 - 01.2013
- Worked alongside other high school counselors as a long term substitute to assist students in areas of academics, social/personal and career.
Student Assistance Program (SAP) Liaison
Pyramid Healthcare
06.2010 - 01.2012
- Worked at various school districts providing drug and alcohol services to referred students.
GE College Bound Program
Northewest Tri-County Intermediate Unit #5
08.2009 - 08.2010
- Worked independently and collaboratively in a team environment at Central Tech High School in the GE College Bound grant funded program to provide college and career related experiences to students in grades 9-12 enrolled in the program. Activities included presentations and activities, guest speakers, and college and career related field trips.
Education
Master of Science - Community Counseling, School Counseling
Gannon University
Erie, PA2009
Bachelor of Science - Management, Marketing
The Pennsylvania State University
Behrend, Erie, PA2004
Skills
- Personal - Team Player, Multi-tasker, Excellent Communicator, Detail Oriented, Dependable and Responsible, Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Software - Microsoft Office, Google Drive/Chrome, Internet Explorer, Schoology, PowerSchool, Education Modified
- Organizations - Northwest Pennsylvania School Counselors’ Association Member
Timeline
Junior High School Counselor
Harbor Creek School District
06.2013 - Current
Long Term Substitute High School Counselor
North East School District
08.2011 - 01.2013
Student Assistance Program (SAP) Liaison
Pyramid Healthcare
06.2010 - 01.2012
GE College Bound Program
Northewest Tri-County Intermediate Unit #5
08.2009 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Community Counseling, School Counseling
Gannon University
Bachelor of Science - Management, Marketing
The Pennsylvania State University
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