Angela Wallace
Garner,NC
Summary
Leveraging exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of individuals' needs, and the ability to foster a positive and inclusive environment, I am eager to apply over 20 years of counseling experience to talent acquisition, employee development, and workplace well-being. Committed to facilitating the success and growth of individuals within the organization, I am prepared to contribute my expertise to enhance the HR function and drive organizational excellence through a holistic approach to human resources.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Career Academy Coordinator
Wake County Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
- Advertises and attends recruiting events to increase the Engineering & IT Academy enrollment
- Successfully maintains staffing and resources to achieve program objectives
- Facilitates collaboration among stakeholders, staff, and Advisory Board to promote and enhance the success of the academy's programs
- Analyzes data to drive academic achievement and program growth
- Increased academy enrollment by 100% and enrolled a culturally diverse entering freshman class
School Counselor
Wake County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2022
- Focused on building and maintaining positive relationships while providing academic advisement, social-emotional support, and career awareness
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations
- Maintained sensitive and confidential information discretely and professionally
- Used data to monitor progress, identify gaps, and recommend solutions for continuous improvement
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and other school personnel to promote student success in the school environment
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty, and parents on relevant topics
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers
- Served in leadership roles to manage the Student Services Offices in two middle schools
College Recruiter
University Of Tennessee At Knoxville
10.1996 - 06.2000
- Educated families on the college admissions process and scholarship requirements
- Attended recruiting events to recruit high school freshmen and college transfer students
- Collaborated with university staff to organize the biannual recruitment event, Volunteer Day, for over 2,000 prospective students and parents
- Supervised the Customer Service Support Staff and graduate assistants
- Taught fundamental skills in the First Year Studies Program
Education
Specialist of Education - School Counseling
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN2001
Master of Science - College Student Personnel Services
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN1993
Skills
- Team Building
- Staff Training and Development
- Recruitment
- Confidential Document Control
Certification
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification in School Counseling
Arlington, Va 2005, 2012
North Carolina Central University
Administration & Supervision Certification
Durham, NC, 2010
Facilitating Career Development Training and Certification (NCDPI)
Raleigh, NC, 2022
Timeline
Career Academy Coordinator
Wake County Public Schools
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Wake County Public Schools
08.2001 - 06.2022
College Recruiter
University Of Tennessee At Knoxville
10.1996 - 06.2000
Specialist of Education - School Counseling
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Master of Science - College Student Personnel Services
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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