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Alexa Rae Bernatowicz

Carteret,NJ

Summary

Dedicated high school counselor, committed to supporting students in achieving personal, academic, and career success. Skilled in counseling, student advocacy, and college and career readiness, to help students prepare for life beyond high school.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Community High School
Teaneck, New Jersey
09.2025 - Current
  • Guide students in identifying career goals and pathways for professional development.
  • Guide students in college selection and application processes.
  • Develop personalized academic and career plans for diverse student populations.
  • Collaborate with faculty to support student academic achievement and engagement.

School Counseling Intern

Carteret Board Of Education
Carteret, New Jersey
09.2023 - 05.2025
  • Provided individual counseling sessions to address personal challenges.
  • Collaborated with teachers to support student emotional well-being.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss student progress and needs.
  • Implemented school-wide programs promoting positive behavior and inclusivity.
  • Provided individual and group counseling to students with social, emotional, and behavioral issues.

Job Coach/ Paraprofessional

Highland Park Board of Ed
Highland Park, NJ
12.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assisted students in gaining employment-related skills through personalized coaching.
  • Supported students with disabilities in adjusting to workplace environments.
  • Collaborated with employers to ensure students' success and integration into job roles.

Receptionist

Carteret Family Hair Care
Carteret, NJ
12.2019 - 05.2021
  • Managed appointment scheduling and greeted clients with professionalism and warmth.
  • Handled transactions, maintained customer records, and assisted with daily salon operations.

Education

Masters - School Counseling

William Paterson
Paterson, NJ
05-2025

Bachelor - Psychology

Kean University
Union, New Jersey
05-2021

High School -

Union Catholic High School
Scotch Plains, NJ
05-2017

Skills

  • Individual Counseling & Emotional Support
  • Student Advocacy and Guidance
  • Special Education Support and IEP Implementation
  • Academic Advising and Career Counseling
  • Developing Coping Strategies and Behavioral Interventions
  • Therapy and Counseling Techniques
  • Cultural Competency and Inclusivity
  • Active Listening and Empathy

Accomplishments

  • Member of Chi Sigma Iota

References

  • Sweety Patel: 732-582-9480
  • Veronica Pitts: 732-423-2023
  • Amy Sabani: 973-934-1436

Timeline

School Counselor

Community High School
09.2025 - Current

School Counseling Intern

Carteret Board Of Education
09.2023 - 05.2025

Job Coach/ Paraprofessional

Highland Park Board of Ed
12.2021 - 06.2022

Receptionist

Carteret Family Hair Care
12.2019 - 05.2021

Masters - School Counseling

William Paterson

Bachelor - Psychology

Kean University

High School -

Union Catholic High School
Alexa Rae Bernatowicz