Alisa Church
Eden,NC
Summary
Dynamic School Counselor with extensive experience at Riley County Schools, adept at student assessment and crisis intervention. Proven track record in developing individualized education plans and facilitating scholarship opportunities, empowering students to achieve academic and career goals. Strong collaborator, effectively engaging with parents and educators to foster student success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Riley County Schools, USD378
Riley, Kansas
08.2021 - 06.2023
- All my experiences as a School Counselor involved working with high school students
- I not only worked with regular-ed students but also worked closely with the Special Education department and helped students with learning disabilities
- My duties included creating and organization of the Master Schedule and developing an individual schedule of classes for each student
- I was also involved in coordinating with teachers, mental health professionals, parents, and other professionals to develop care plans for students, especially those who needed interventions
- My main goal was to help students graduate within four years and to plan career goals for themselves and to develop a plan to complete those goals, either by applying to colleges, the workforce, or military
- I also helped students find and apply for scholarships
School Counselor
Edgefield County Schools
Johnston, SC
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Assisting students in choosing courses, developing academic plans, and preparing for post-secondary education (colleges, universities, vocational schools).
- Helping students explore career options, conduct career research, and develop job-seeking skills.
Education Coordinator/Library Manager
Black Mountain HFC
Black Mountain, NC
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Addressing students' personal, social, and emotional needs.
- Providing counseling and support to students facing challenges such as bullying, substance abuse, or mental health concerns.
School Counselor
Thomasville City Schools
Thomasville, NC
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Collaborating with teachers, parents, administrators, and other school staff to support student success.
- Referring students to appropriate community resources when necessary.
School Counselor
Stokes County Schools
Danbury, NC
08.2004 - 01.2014
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses the needs of all students.
- Participating in school-wide initiatives and committees.
Education
Master's - Education/School Counselor
Campbell University
Buies Creek, North Carolina05.2006
Bachelor's - Social Work
Campbell University
Buies Creek, North Carolina08.1997
Skills
- Student assessment
- Academic planning
- Scholarship facilitation
- Career counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized education plans
- Collaboration with parents
- Conflict resolution
- Academic advising
- Individual counseling
- Student advocacy
- Career awareness
References
- Marty Erskine, Retired Educator, NC Dept of Public Instruction, 413 Cassandra Road, Madison, NC, 27025, (336) 932-5448, Martyerskine@gmail.com
- Susan Knight, Retired Educator, Rockingham County Schools, 131 Tamar Lane, Stoneville, NC, 27048, (336) 453-5196, Susanknight211@gmail.com
- Deboy Beamon, Retired Principal, Thomasville City Schools, NC, 209 Farries Ln, Jamestown, NC, 27282, (336) 870-0843, Deboybeamon@gmail.com
Professional Accomplishments
- Developed School Counseling programs for the past nineteen years.
- Gained skills for new updates in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Completed training to increase skills in conflict management.
Affiliations
- Who's Who Among American Students
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Cum Laude
Certification
- Certified School Counselor in NC, KS, and SC
- Certificate in Community Chaplaincy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Counselor
Riley County Schools, USD378
08.2021 - 06.2023
School Counselor
Edgefield County Schools
07.2017 - 07.2021
Education Coordinator/Library Manager
Black Mountain HFC
07.2015 - 07.2017
School Counselor
Thomasville City Schools
01.2014 - 07.2015
School Counselor
Stokes County Schools
08.2004 - 01.2014
Master's - Education/School Counselor
Campbell University
Bachelor's - Social Work
Campbell University
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