Amelia Cramer
Overland Park
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Social Worker/School counselor with a strong background in counseling and deep commitment to student development and effective parent-teacher collaboration. Demonstrates effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and advocating for diverse student populations. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving positive outcomes and student success. Committed to partnering with local colleges/organizations to enhance student learning and goal achievement. Ready to contribute to fostering supportive and productive educational environment and promote social-emotional learning.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Bishop Ward High School
08.2015 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Increased awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college partnerships for dual credit.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities. Partnered with local school district to facilitate services for our students.
ODP Administrator
Kansas Youth Soccer Association
04.2014 - Current
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of contacts, facilitating quick and efficient communication to all program members.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Cultivated positive relationships with coaches, families and players to ensure timely communication of events/information.
- Interacted in a positive manner with all players to ensure they were in a good place prior to practices/events.
- Aided in the planning and organization of events sponsored by the state ODP program.
School Counselor - St Agnes Catholic Elementary
Catholic Charities Of Northeast Kansas
08.1999 - 07.2016
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and social skills.
- Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
- Coordinated with community organizations to enhance support services and resources available to students.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS01-1993
Skills
- Compassionate
- Individual counseling
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Career & Life guidance/planning
- Academic support and advising
- Student advocacy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Solutions and Strength focused
- Special education support
- Diverse student populations
- Social-emotional learning
- Class schedule preparation
Accomplishments
- Counseled 100+ high school students yearly in college exploration and career planning to successfully matriculate 92% in higher-education enrollment.
- Managed Junior & Senior students within the high school, as well as aided with collaboration of 8 % with IEP and 504 plans.
- Facilitated summer school for identified students that were not on track for graduation.
- Partnered with outside agencies to bring scholarship programs and opportunities to students
Timeline
School Counselor
Bishop Ward High School
08.2015 - Current
ODP Administrator
Kansas Youth Soccer Association
04.2014 - Current
School Counselor - St Agnes Catholic Elementary
Catholic Charities Of Northeast Kansas
08.1999 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - Social Work
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Kansas State University
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