Amy Russell
Midwest City,OK
Summary
Accessible and compassionate School Counselor with over twenty years of experience providing guidance to students regarding academic achievement, social behavior and mental and physical health. Skilled in natural leadership to motivate and inspire students to work hard and reach fullest potential along with thorough knowledge of policies, procedures and techniques for assessing academic and sociological needs of students.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Counselor
Midwest City High School Home Of The Bombers
Midway City, OK
08.2022 - Current
- Counseled students on academic, career and college planning options.
- Contributed to the development of master schedules for the school.
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with students for career guidance and setting goals.
- Presented on post-secondary education plans in classroom settings.
- Served as a liaison with Rose State College for concurrent education programs.
- Worked in partnership with Mid-Del Technology Center to assist students interested in vocational trades.
Leave of Absence
(During Covid)
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided end-to-end education and support for two of my 3 children who were at home and schooling remotely during Covid 2019.
Elementary School Counselor
Barnes Elementary
Midwest City, OK
08.2001 - 08.2020
- Assumed role of Principal during absence
- Led monthly classroom guidance sessions focusing on character building
- Organized and led school wide assemblies once a month to promote school spirit and celebrate student achievements
- Coordinated Christmas donations for needy students during holiday seasons.
- Collaborated with local churches and businesses to ensure kids had warm jackets for winter
- Facilitated counseling groups to address diverse needs and concerns of students and teachers
- Conducted grief counseling sessions along with providing direct support to students and families during difficult times.
- Safeguarded children's well-being by working closely with DHS to assess and mitigate potential risks at home.
- Delivered personalized guidance to students, teachers, and staff through one-on-one counseling sessions
5th Grade Teacher
Barnes Elementary
Midwest City, OK
08.1997 - 05.2001
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
- Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Education in Counseling K-12
University of Central Oklahoma
Oklahoma05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Major: Elementary Ed and Minor: Early Childhood Ed
University Of Central Oklahoma
Oklahoma01-1997
Skills
- College Admissions Assistance
- Multicultural Competence
- Individual Counseling
- Social-emotional learning
- Crisis Intervention
- Group Counseling
Timeline
High School Counselor
Midwest City High School Home Of The Bombers
08.2022 - Current
Leave of Absence
(During Covid)
01.2022 - 01.2024
Elementary School Counselor
Barnes Elementary
08.2001 - 08.2020
5th Grade Teacher
Barnes Elementary
08.1997 - 05.2001
Master of Arts - Master of Education in Counseling K-12
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Major: Elementary Ed and Minor: Early Childhood Ed
University Of Central Oklahoma
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