Akbar Baksh
Lockport
Summary
- Experienced with creating supportive environments for student growth. Utilizes counseling techniques to guide students through academic and personal challenges. Knowledge of implementing intervention strategies that promote student success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Intern
Ohio Elementary/North Tonawanda Intermediate
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated social-emotional learning workshops for students, increasing resilience and emotional intelligence.
- Conducted classroom guidance lessons to enhance students'' understanding of personal strengths/interests, and to teach various social-emotional skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns as well as integrating skill-building activities throughout the counseling process.
School Counseling Intern
Emerson School of Hospitality
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform program planning throughout the Internship period.
- Improved students'' academic success through targeted interventions and tailored support plans.
- Supported college readiness initiatives by organizing events, providing resources, and guiding students through the application process.
School Counseling Intern
Lockport High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Promoted a positive school climate by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student needs and resolve conflicts.
- Maintained accurate records of all counseling activities in accordance with state regulations and ethical guidelines.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
10.2022 - Current
- Built rapport with clients by providing quality customer service and problem-solving.
- Established personal connections with customers, exceeding customer service expectations.
- Received a company certificate for outstanding customer service.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Literacy Tutor
University at Buffalo
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students at Heritage Heights Elementary.
- Implemented research-based instructional techniques to enhance overall effectiveness of literacy tutoring sessions.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Boosted student confidence in reading and writing, providing consistent encouragement and constructive feedback.
Religious School Teacher
Islamic Cultural Center of Niagara Falls
10.2018 - Current
- Teaches basic Quranic Arabic and religious scripture to various age groups (4 to 15 years old).
- Collaborated with colleagues on cross-curricular projects, integrating religious themes into other subject areas as appropriate.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized and welcoming classroom space.
Volunteer
Amherst Helping Hands
05.2020 - Current
- Provides supplies/food to the local community at distribution events.
- Worked with the team to distribute personal protective equipment throughout the Covid-19 pandemic
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Education
School Counseling Educational Masters -
University At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY06.2025
Psychology Major - Counseling Minor
SUNY University at Buffalo
05.2023
High School Diploma -
Starpoint High School
Lockport, New York06.2020
Skills
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Mental health awareness
- Multicultural competence
- Student advocacy
- Academic advising
- Career guidance
- College preparation
- Social-emotional learning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Guyanese English Creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
Ohio Elementary/North Tonawanda Intermediate
01.2025 - Current
School Counseling Intern
Emerson School of Hospitality
08.2024 - 12.2024
Literacy Tutor
University at Buffalo
07.2024 - 08.2024
School Counseling Intern
Lockport High School
08.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx
10.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Amherst Helping Hands
05.2020 - Current
Religious School Teacher
Islamic Cultural Center of Niagara Falls
10.2018 - Current
Psychology Major - Counseling Minor
SUNY University at Buffalo
High School Diploma -
Starpoint High School
School Counseling Educational Masters -
University At Buffalo
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