BARBARA H. POURSOLTAN
Houston,Texas
Summary
Results-oriented counseling professional prepared to provide exceptional support to students' academic and personal growth. Proven ability to develop and implement programs that foster positive school environment. Strong focus on collaborative efforts and adaptability, ensuring reliable and flexible support. Skilled in crisis management and effective communication.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Professional School Counselor
James Williams Elementary
08.2007 - 05.2024
- Provided individual and group counseling regarding a variety of academic, emotional, and behavioral issues to children in grades prekindergarten through grade five
- Provided guidance lessons and character education through classroom instruction and through the morning announcements
- Ran mentoring programs for children who need additional adult support
- Taught parenting courses, and served as a resource to parents and teachers on the behavioral and academic issues affecting their children
- Provided class placement for all grades prekindergarten through grade 5 and acted as a liaison with Beck Junior High
- Served as the STAAR assessment coordinator for JWE for 2011-2012 and for 2012-2013 school years
- Administrative Team Member 2007 to present
Structure Teacher
Rees Elementary
08.2004 - 05.2007
- Provided instruction to children with emotional and behavioral difficulties in grades kindergarten through grade 4
- Areas of instruction included social skills, language arts, math, science, and social studies
- Prepared individual education plans for review by the ARD committee
- Discussed student progress and setbacks with parents, administrators, and other educators
- Established a token economy and other classroom rewards to facilitate behavioral change
- Wrote and obtained a classroom grant
Asst. Director/LD Specialist
University of Houston
08.1998 - 06.2001
- Provided one on one counseling to students with disabilities
- Reviewed disability documentation and established accommodations in accordance with the ADA
- Monitored compliance of the recommended accommodations and acted as a liaison with faculty
- Conducted academic advising with students to encourage proper course selection
- Educated faculty, staff, students, and off-campus organizations with regard to CSD services
- Trained students in organizational skills, test anxiety management, and memory strategies
- Screened students for Irlen Syndrome
- Administrative duties as assigned by director
- Supervisor: Cheryl Amoruso, M.S.W
Counselor
University of Houston
01.1996 - 05.1996
- Provided personal and vocational counseling during 250-hour doctoral practicum
- Conducted academic, personal growth and vocational workshops
- Maintained 8-10 clients during 20-hour week
- Client presenting problems included memory problems, sexual issues, test anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, relationships, family of origin, and career
- Supervisor: Leonard Bohanon, Ph.D
Counselor
University of Houston
08.1995 - 12.1995
- Provided personal and vocational counseling during 250-hour doctoral practicum
- Conducted academic, personal growth and vocational workshops
- Maintained 8 to 10 clients during 20-hour week
- Client presenting problems included intimacy, body image, academic problems, family relationships, familial suicide, existential issues, career planning, and interpersonal problems
- Supervisor: Gail Hudson, Ph.D
Instructor
Center for Advanced Legal Studies
06.1994 - 12.1994
- Developed and taught curriculum in political science, computers and the law, and federal procedure
- Supervisor: Gail Armatys
Volunteer Mediator
South Texas College of Law
09.1993 - 05.1994
- Conducted mediations for both civil and criminal courts through the South Texas College of Law Mediation Clinic with Partner Michael McGowan, J.D
Attorney
Barbara H. Poursoltan, Attorney At Law
11.1990 - 06.1993
- Practiced primarily in the criminal and in the juvenile courts
- Conducted plea negotiations and hearings
- Discussed case with client
- Researched cases in preparation for court
- Prepared documents for both criminal and civil cases
Instructor
Westlaw
05.1988 - 08.1989
- Provided individual and group instruction in computerized legal research for students, attorneys, and law firm staff
- Supervisor: Dale Hammaker, J.D
Law Clerk
United States District Court
01.1989 - 05.1989
- Conducted legal research
- Assisted judge with courtroom responsibilities
- Aided judge with immigration ceremonies
- Supervisor: Judge Lynn Hughes
Law Clerk
James Marlin Marsh, Attorney
05.1988 - 09.1988
- Assisted a visually impaired attorney with legal document preparation
- Acted as an assistant in the courtroom
Education
M.Ed. - Counseling
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.1998
J.D. - Law
South Texas College of Law
Houston, TX05.1990
B.A. - Political Science
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN08.1986
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural Competence
- Self-care strategies
Training
- Alternative Certification Program (Special Education), Alief Independent School District and University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX, Spring 2005
- Irlen Screener Certification, Irlen Clinic, Houston, TX, Fall 1998, 02/2001, Currently hold Master Screener thru 12/13
- Mediation Certification, AA White Dispute Resolution Institute, Houston, TX, 05/93, Fall 1993
Affiliations
- American School Counseling Association
- State Bar of Texas
- Texas Counseling Association
- Texas School Counselors Association
Workshopstaught
- STAAR Testing Coordinator and Trainer, James Williams Elementary, Katy, TX, 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 Academic Years
- Parent and Staff Love and Logic Trainer, James Williams Elementary, Katy, TX, 08/2010-Present
- Tutoring the Learning Disabled College Student, Center for Students With DisABILITIES, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 09/1999
- Learning Styles Workshop, Center for Students With DisABILITIES, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 09/1999
- Vocational Workshop, Counseling and Testing Services, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 05/1996
- Test Anxiety Workshop, Counseling and Testing Services, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 04/1996
- Test Anxiety Workshop, Counseling and Testing Services, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 12/1995
- Intimacy Workshop for Couples, Counseling and Testing Services, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 10/1995
- Vocational Workshop, Counseling and Testing Services, University of Houston, Houston, TX, 10/1995
Timeline
Certified Professional School Counselor
James Williams Elementary
08.2007 - 05.2024
Structure Teacher
Rees Elementary
08.2004 - 05.2007
Asst. Director/LD Specialist
University of Houston
08.1998 - 06.2001
Counselor
University of Houston
01.1996 - 05.1996
Counselor
University of Houston
08.1995 - 12.1995
Instructor
Center for Advanced Legal Studies
06.1994 - 12.1994
Volunteer Mediator
South Texas College of Law
09.1993 - 05.1994
Attorney
Barbara H. Poursoltan, Attorney At Law
11.1990 - 06.1993
Law Clerk
United States District Court
01.1989 - 05.1989
Instructor
Westlaw
05.1988 - 08.1989
Law Clerk
James Marlin Marsh, Attorney
05.1988 - 09.1988
J.D. - Law
South Texas College of Law
B.A. - Political Science
Indiana State University
M.Ed. - Counseling
University of Houston
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