Andrew Erway
Bronxville,NY
Summary
Aspiring School Counselor with a Master’s in Counselor Education (School Counseling) from CUNY Lehman College, expected in May 2025. Fluent in English and Spanish, with experience in teaching, counseling, and supporting diverse communities. Skilled in social-emotional learning, crisis intervention, and bilingual services, with 750 hours of practicum and internship experience. Proven ability to bridge cultural gaps, enhance student well-being, and provide bilingual support in educational settings, including IEP meetings. Committed to fostering inclusive and supportive school environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Cardinal Spellman High School
Bronx, NY
09.2020 - Current
- Designed and implemented social-emotional learning programs for students and staff, promoting wellness during the pandemic and beyond
- Managed assignments, assessments, and attendance for over 100 students annually
- Taught Spanish as a World Language, adhering to ACTFL standards.
Remote District Interpreter
Lebanon School District
Lebanon, PA
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Provided real-time bilingual interpretation (English-Spanish) for school conferences and IEP meetings, ensuring accessibility for diverse Hispanic communities
- Delivered accurate translations of IEPs within strict timelines, fostering clear communication between school officials and families
- Applied cultural competency to bridge dialect differences and promote understanding in educational settings.
Bilingual Financial Counselor
Ariva
Bronx, NY
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Guided clients in improving credit scores, budgeting, and establishing financial independence, contributing to economic empowerment in the Bronx community
- Conducted tax preparation services in both English and Spanish, enhancing financial literacy.
Spanish Teacher
Lebanon Catholic School
Lebanon, PA
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Developed an immersive Spanish curriculum that emphasized cultural awareness and respect for diversity, aligned with ACTFL standards for grades K-12
- Directed after-school care and served as the Student Council director, fostering leadership and community engagement
- Coordinated the Argentina/USA cultural exchange program, facilitating cross-cultural dialogue through discussion and extracurricular activities.
Bilingual Teller
Lebanon Federal Credit Union
Lebanon, PA
06.2014 - 10.2016
- Provided bilingual financial services to the Latino and Hispanic community, advising on financial products and building trust in a diverse clientele
- Developed and led Spanish language training for management to increase cultural awareness and enhance customer service.
Bilingual Community Assistant
IUP Housing, Residential Living, and Dining
, Indiana
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Led security and safety initiatives for university residence halls, focusing on mental health and safety protocols
- Created and executed educational and recreational programming, helping to earn the "Community of the Year" award in 2013.
Education
M.S. Ed. - Counselor Education (School Counseling)
CUNY Lehman College
Bronx, NY05.2025
B.S. - Sociology and Spanish
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05.2015
Skills
- Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Fluent in English
- Fluent in Spanish
- Cultural Competency
- Pedagogy
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Virtual Counseling Tools
Certification
New York State School Counselor (K-12) Initial Eligible (Bilingual Spanish)
Publications
Intersectional Counseling Skills: The Journey to Becoming a Culturally Inclusive Counselor (First Edition), S. Kent Butler, M. Ann Shillingford
Professional Memberships
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Cardinal Spellman High School
09.2020 - Current
Bilingual Financial Counselor
Ariva
12.2019 - 08.2020
Spanish Teacher
Lebanon Catholic School
10.2016 - 08.2019
Remote District Interpreter
Lebanon School District
06.2016 - 06.2022
Bilingual Teller
Lebanon Federal Credit Union
06.2014 - 10.2016
Bilingual Community Assistant
IUP Housing, Residential Living, and Dining
08.2012 - 05.2014
M.S. Ed. - Counselor Education (School Counseling)
CUNY Lehman College
B.S. - Sociology and Spanish
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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