Austin Peterson
Ventura,CA
Summary
Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventative education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Intern
Pleasant Valley School District
2023.08 - Current
- Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform program planning throughout Internship period.
- Used data to identify students at risk of non-promotion and created group to work on academic and social-emotional skills as well as goal setting resulting in decrease of at risk students by 50%
- Evaluated student data to identify trends in behavior to implement Second Step and No Place for Hate programs resulting in decrease of 16% in negative behaviors.
- Provided crisis intervention services for students experiencing acute distress or trauma-related issues during their internship period.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention resulting in decrease in bullying behaviors by 13%
- Conducted classroom guidance lessons to enhance students' understanding of personal strengths, interests, and career options.
- Created safe and supportive environment for students to openly discuss their concerns, fostering trust and rapport.
- Promoted positive school climate by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student needs and resolve conflicts.
Teacher
Pleasant Valley School District
2018.07 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear classroom expectations in collaboration with all students and consistently enforcing established classroom norms
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Teacher
William S. Hart Union High School District
2016.08 - 2018.06
- Collaborated closely with special education teacher in order to provide appropriate modifications and support to students with special needs
- Implemented of Capturing Kids Hearts to foster positive classroom environment and reduce disruptive behavior
- Effectively used simulations, games, and interactive exercises to engage all students and to provide access to content to students with special needs, English language learners and advanced learners
- Incorporated of technology in classroom to develop technology skills as well as enhance content knowledge
- Designed common assessments with members of world history department
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA10.2024
Masters of Education - Social Science Credential
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06.2014
Skills
- Career Exploration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural Competence
Philosophy
As a school counselor, I believe: All students have a right to a safe and supportive learning environment. All students are capable of academic and social-emotional growth and want to achieve that growth. All students should receive college and career counseling. Through the collaboration of all stakeholders, all students will achieve success.
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
Pleasant Valley School District
2023.08 - Current
Teacher
Pleasant Valley School District
2018.07 - Current
Teacher
William S. Hart Union High School District
2016.08 - 2018.06
Master of Education - School Counseling
Concordia University Irvine
Masters of Education - Social Science Credential
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of California, Santa Barbara
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