Amy Chilcutt
McKinney,TX
Summary
Elementary School Counselor and Education Leader with extensive experience supporting student academic, social, and emotional growth. Skilled in individual and group counseling, guidance lesson delivery, program development, and collaboration with teachers and families to foster a positive, inclusive, and thriving school environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Frisco Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
- Provide individual and small-group counseling to support social-emotional development.
- Deliver classroom guidance lessons on kindness, self-regulation, anti-bullying, and social skills.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to implement interventions and support strategies.
- Facilitate student programs including lunch buddy and peer mentorship initiatives.
- Participate in Whole Child and campus committees to promote a positive school climate.
- Track student progress and implement targeted interventions as needed.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Frisco Independent School District
08.2018 - 07.2023
- Designed and implemented a creative, rigorous curriculum promoting critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Monitored student achievement and adjusted instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Led Community Based Accountability System Committee focused on learner-centered practices.
- Implemented a school-wide Buddy Program to enhance social-emotional learning.
English Support Coach
Plano Independent School District
08.2010 - 08.2018
- Coached teachers in English Language Development strategies for ESL students.
- Participated in Campus Monitoring and Intervention Team meetings.
- Collaborated with parents, staff, and administration to support student success.
- Conducted LPAC meetings and small group assessments for MAP, TELPAS, and STAAR.
- Provided morning and after-school tutoring; collected and analyzed student writing samples quarterly.
- Rated ESL students in reading, writing, listening, and speaking; maintained accurate files per state regulations.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Plano Independent School District
08.2003 - 07.2010
- Led instructional team and scheduled curriculum to ensure TEKS mastery.
- Achieved 100% passing rate in Reading for students.
- Adapted instruction based on data for At-Risk, ELL, GT, and Special Education students.
- Mentored and trained new teachers; implemented best instructional practices.
- Served as Camp Director for student enrichment programs.
Education
Masters - School and Professional Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2024
Masters - Teacher Leadership
Beaumont, TX07.2009
Skills
- School Counseling & Student Support
- Social-Emotional Learning & Guidance Lessons
- Program Development & Implementation
- Collaboration with Teachers, Parents & Administration
- Data-Driven Instruction & Intervention
- ESL/ELL Support & English Language Development
- Teacher Mentorship & Leadership
INTERNSHIP & COUNSELING EXPERIENCE
- Small group counseling, individual counseling, Lunch Buddy Program
- Delivered monthly guidance lessons
- Participated in Whole Child Committee
- Developed district curriculum on Testing Anxiety & Learning Differences
Timeline
School Counselor
Frisco Independent School District
08.2023 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Frisco Independent School District
08.2018 - 07.2023
English Support Coach
Plano Independent School District
08.2010 - 08.2018
Fifth Grade Teacher
Plano Independent School District
08.2003 - 07.2010
Masters - School and Professional Counseling
Lamar University