Anthony Freeman
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Accomplished School Counselor with several years of experience advising students on academic, mental health, and social issues. Additional expertise in counseling students on career paths and higher education options. My professional career has followed the path of being of service to others a in a school setting or Human Service Agency. Helping others is my true passion and I enjoy doing so.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Guilford County School System
Greensboro, NC
08.2017 - Current
- Monitor students' academic progress, mental health, and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Advise students on course selection decisions based on their goals and strengths.
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social, and emotional issues.
- Consult with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Work collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
- Serve as a liaison between schools, families, agencies, and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Collaborates with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Creates 504 accommodation plans to ensure a quality, equal, and free education for students.
- Organize extracurricular activities designed to promote self-esteem, team building skills and healthy relationships between peers.
Teacher Assistant
Guilford County School System
Greensboro, NC
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Provided instructional support to teachers in accordance with established curriculum guidelines.
- Maintained a safe environment conducive to learning at all times.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student performance.
- Assisted with grading assignments according to teacher's instructions.
- Supported teachers in preparing materials for lessons and activities.
- Created learning materials such as worksheets, games, projects.
- Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and other activities.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss student progress and strategies for improvement.
- Provided individual assistance to students as needed.
- Led small group instruction sessions for targeted students.
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County School System
Greensboro, NC
02.2009 - 06.2012
- Implemented and executed lesson plans in the absence of teacher
- Effectively managed classes
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
Program Coordinator
Ralph Scott Lifeservices Inc.
Burlington , NC
07.2005 - 01.2009
- Oversaw the smooth operation of group homes occupied by adult clients living with developmental, cognitive, emotional, and physical disabilities.
- Supervised direct services staff assigned to group homes. I was responsible for providing feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and leading bi-weekly house meetings. I was responsible for 20 clients and 15 direct staff.
- Scheduled work hours and assignments for direct support staff are monitored for adequate staff coverage.
- Assured that programming standards were being met for clients receiving supports in the assigned homes.
- Coordinated services for clients receiving supports in assigned homes.
- Communicated with client's family of progress and updates.
- Maintained all programming records in assigned homes.
- Collaborated with other agencies that served Ralph Scott Lifeservices clients receiving supports.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC12-2017
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC06-2004
Skills
- Student Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Listening actively
- Conflict Mediation
- Cultural Competency
- Special Education
- Suicide Prevention
- Academic advising
- Confidential services
- Policy and procedure improvements
- Student Records Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Counselor
Guilford County School System
08.2017 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Guilford County School System
08.2012 - 06.2017
Substitute Teacher
Guilford County School System
02.2009 - 06.2012
Program Coordinator
Ralph Scott Lifeservices Inc.
07.2005 - 01.2009
Master of Science - School Counseling
North Carolina A & T State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
North Carolina A & T State University