Angela Radcliffe
Grinnell,IA
Summary
Focused Secondary School Counselor with seven years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.
Confident and detailed-oriented with dedication to organization and effective collaboration with various coworkers. Organized and dependable professional successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of others.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Bierman & Petig, P.C.
Grinnell, Iowa
06.2022 - Current
- I have taken this full-time position because it offered flexibility in my schedule to continue to oversee the Renewed Hope Home Furnishings ministry that I founded.
- Since this is not my area of expertise, I am interested in obtaining a position in education, specifically college and career counseling that also offers some flexibility.
Director of Music and Worship
Grinnell Friends Church
Grinnell, Iowa
03.2022 - Current
- As a part-time employee, I am in charge of all music that happens at Grinnell Friends Church in Grinnell, Iowa. I plan the weekly Worship, including all songs and all musicians. I purchase, download and edit all music tracks, purchase and supply all sheet music, schedule all technology staffing, including sound, projection and live stream.
- I also plan and coordinate all special music events that take place at our church including special music during Prelude and Offertory by individuals or groups of people. I direct the church choir, choose the choir music, the dates of performance and run all rehearsals.
School Counselor
North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School
New Sharon, IA
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Implemented career counseling path mandated by state, working with parents and students to implement new parent-teacher conference approach.
- Organized college tours for graduating students and coordinated group visits from high schools.
- Assessed student's abilities and recommended degree programs to highlight strengths.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.
- Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
- Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
School Counselor
GMG Jr-Sr High School
Garwin, IA
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Implemented career counseling path mandated by state, working with parents and students to implement new parent-teacher conference approach.
- Organized college tours for graduating students and coordinated group visits from high schools.
- Assessed student's abilities and recommended degree programs to highlight strengths.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings.
- Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
- Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
School Counselor
Miller Middle School
Marshalltown, IA
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Developed new student orientation programs to build excitement around transfer and enrollment.
- Implemented career counseling path mandated by state, working with parents and students to implement new parent-teacher conference approach.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions.
- Identified cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encouraged students or parents to seek additional assistance from mental health professionals.
Vocal Music Instructor
Miller Middle School
Marshalltown, IA
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Music Education (Vocal Emphasis)
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05.2010
Associate of Arts - Music
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05.2008
Skills
- Administrative Leadership
- Career Planning Presentations
- Career Advising
- Scholarships and Grants Exploration
- Apprenticeship Program Referrals
- Internship Opportunity Referral
- Career Development Techniques Instruction
- Transcript Review
- Course Counseling
- Behavior Counseling
- Student Ability Evaluation
- Mental Health Referrals
- Outreach Initiatives
- Volunteer Coordination
Accomplishments
- Counseled many high school students in college exploration and career planning to successfully matriculate a higher percentage of students in higher-education enrollment.
- Developed and carried out successful Career Fairs, Career Field Trips, College Visits and many other CCR activities.
- Completed four classes through the Iowa College and Career Readiness Academy.
- I have spearheaded a non-profit ministry through our church called Renewed Hope Home Furnishings. We take in furniture donations, we store them, we advertise them on our website (https://renewedhope.grinnellfriends.org) and we deliver them to those in need.
- I oversee the Renewed Hope Home Furnishings committee, run monthly meetings, plan and coordinate all furniture moving days, coordinate all volunteers, work with all Givers and Receivers as needed, track all data, speak at local functions about the ministry, and write grants for the ministry.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"Be the light that helps others see."
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Bierman & Petig, P.C.
06.2022 - Current
Director of Music and Worship
Grinnell Friends Church
03.2022 - Current
School Counselor
North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School
08.2018 - 08.2022
School Counselor
GMG Jr-Sr High School
08.2017 - 08.2018
School Counselor
Miller Middle School
08.2014 - 08.2017
Vocal Music Instructor
Miller Middle School
08.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling
Buena Vista University
Bachelor of Arts - K-12 Music Education (Vocal Emphasis)
University of Northern Iowa
Associate of Arts - Music
Kirkwood Community College
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