AMANDA SCHMITT
Helotes,TX
Summary
School counselor with 20 years of 9–12 experience, including 6 years in counseling and multiple years in instructional leadership. Experienced in collaborative program coordination, staff mentoring, data-driven decision-making, and implementation of comprehensive counseling services. Strong background in academic and postsecondary planning, crisis intervention, compliance oversight, and collaboration with district and community partners. Committed to team approach to student success, continuous improvement, and effective schoolwide systems.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Winston Churchill High School
San Antonio, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Manage caseload of ~400 students; provide academic, personal, and postsecondary planning.
- Coordinate graduation planning, transcript audits, and compliance with district/state requirements.
- Serve as Graduation & Scholarship Counselor Liaison; collaborate with district staff and community partners.
- Deliver guidance curriculum and support implementation of the comprehensive counseling program.
- Provide crisis intervention and coordinate services with mental health and administrative teams.
- Develop and manage the Winston Award recognition program (2020–present).
- Maintain active membership in ASCA and Lone Star State School Counselor Association.
Instructional Dean, English
Winston Churchill High School
San Antonio, TX
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Led English department operations including budgeting, resource allocation, and master scheduling.
- Provided instructional coaching, teacher mentoring, and professional development.
- Collaborated with campus and district leadership to implement curriculum initiatives.
- Completed advanced training in instructional coaching, data systems, and rigorous instructional practices.
English Teacher
Winston Churchill High School
San Antonio, TX
08.2004 - 06.2017
- Held leadership roles including Level Leader (English II & IV), Foundations Committee Member, and Senior Class Co-Sponsor.
- Co-chaired Wellness Committee and student fundraiser; coordinated campus-wide student and staff well-being initiatives.
- Completed professional development in AP instruction, crisis management, gifted education, AVID, Safe & Civil Schools, and behavior systems.
- Held leadership roles in student organizations including Interact Club and campus committees.
Education
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX01-2013
B.S. - English/Secondary Education
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN01-2004
Skills
- Program Leadership
- Staff Mentoring & Training
- Comprehensive Counseling Program Implementation
- Academic, Career & Postsecondary Planning
- Crisis Response & Student Intervention
- Data Analysis & Progress Monitoring
- PEIMS & Transcript Compliance
- Stakeholder & Community Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution & Student Advocacy
Certification
- School Counselor, EC–12
- English Language Arts & Reading, Grades 8–12
- ESL Supplemental, Grades 8–12
Timeline
School Counselor
Winston Churchill High School
08.2019 - Current
Instructional Dean, English
Winston Churchill High School
08.2017 - 06.2019
English Teacher
Winston Churchill High School
08.2004 - 06.2017
B.S. - English/Secondary Education
Indiana University
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Lamar University
RECOGNITIONS
- CREST Award (2023), Harvard Prize Book Award (2015), South Texas Counselors Association Scholarship (2013), PTA Life Membership (2009), Teacher of the Year Nominee (2009); Served on Board of Trustees for The Rape Crisis Center (2006-2007).