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Rebecca Adams

Leander,TX

Summary

  • Insightful Counselor adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully.
  • Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy.
  • Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
  • Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
  • Compassionate therapist with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices.
  • Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

504 Coordinator/IEP Facilitator

Liberty Hill High School in Liberty Hill ISD
01.2019 - Current
  • Scheduled and notified all parties of 504 and IEP meetings.
  • Ensured that time lines are followed.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support students.
  • Managed timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Tracked records, filed documents, and maintained communication between students, families, staff, and district administration.
  • Enhanced student, family, staff, and district administration's satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Coached staff through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with student, families, staff, and administration.
  • Developed comprehensive reports for district and campus administration, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
  • Collected and analyzed student data from various departments to prepare reports for district and campus administration.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning.


Licensed Professional Counselor

Self Employed
01.2010 - Current
  • Maintained accurate and timely documentation, adhering to ethical standards and guidelines for professional practice.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering a supportive and safe environment for self-exploration and growth.
  • Enhanced client well-being by using evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
  • Advanced professional development by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to mental health counseling practices.
  • Managed caseload of diverse clients, tailoring interventions to meet their unique needs and goals.
  • Built trust with at-risk populations through empathetic listening and culturally sensitive counseling approaches.
  • Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
  • Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapy techniques and individualized treatment plans.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client strengths, weaknesses, and areas requiring intervention or support.
  • Assisted families in navigating complex systems related to mental health services and resources available within the community.
  • Established a network of professionals within the field for collaboration purposes enhancing overall service quality provided to clients.
  • Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication among participants and promoting mutual support.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
  • Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
  • Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.

School Counselor

Overton Elementary in Austin ISD
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Lead individual and group counseling.
  • Conducted individual counseling of students, parents, teachers, administration.
  • Conduct mediation
  • Directed the Gifted and Talented program
  • Arranged transition events and paperwork for transitioning 5th graders to middle school.
  • Developed and managed the Student Ambassador program.
  • Arranged and facilitated the Career Fair.
  • Managed 504 cases for the school.
  • Lead guidance lessons.
  • Reported to and met with Child Protective Services.
  • Lead and assist Child Study Team meetings.
  • Referred families to outside resources.
  • Maintained donor financial account.
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
  • Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
  • Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
  • Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
  • Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.

Principal Intern

Overton Elementary in Austin ISD
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Observed teachers and conducted pre and post observation conferences,
  • Lead Child Find meetings for the RTI process.
  • Acted as administrator numerous times throughout the year.
  • Conducted several teacher meetings to develop better professional development.
  • Analyzed, updated, and distributed campus crisis plan.
  • Developed a campus wide program promoting student leadership.
  • Analyzed and updated campus Gifted and Talented program to identify more students bringing the campus from 2.7% to 8.63%

Special Education Teacher

Anderson High School – Austin ISD
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Case-managed students receiving Special Education services.
  • Counsel students about academics, self-esteem, boundaries, self-advocacy, career goals, decision making, and healthy relationships.
  • Scheduled student classes with graduation requirements to match their IEPs.
  • Assisted students with career planning, Adapted the classroom to be more conducive to learning.
  • Trained district staff on the on-line credit recovery program.
  • Collaborated with administration, faculty, and counseling staff.
  • Lead numerous ARDs and parent meetings.
  • Participated in the selection and use of appropriate instructional materials, equipment, supplies, and other resources.
  • Based grading, promotion, graduation, and/or movement out of the program on the student’s Individualized Education Program.
  • Provided accurate program data to administrators, colleagues, and parents.
  • Maintained confidentiality.
  • Increased parent engagement through regular communication, building strong relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment at home.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Improved student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Enhanced classroom management by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules and consequences.
  • Mentored new teachers in the Special Education department, sharing best practices and providing guidance on effective instructional methods.

Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Akins High School – Austin ISD
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Assisted special education students in Biology and Integrated Physics and Chemistry, Modified assignments and assessments, Identified and provided accommodations, modifications, and supplemental aides and services as required by the student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP), Worked as a collaborative partner when providing in class support through collaborative teaching and support facilitation, Participated in the selection and use of appropriate instructional materials, equipment, supplies, and other resources needed, Maintained confidentiality, Based grading, promotion, graduation, and/or movement out of the program on the student’s Individualized Education Program, Provided accurate program data to administrators, colleagues, and parents

Teaching Assistant

Anderson High School – Austin ISD
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Assisted students with recovering credit from failing classes, Created assessments, Graded assessments, Tutored and assisted students individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers, Enforced administration policies and rules governing students

Education

Principal Certification -

Lamar University
01.2018

MA in Counseling -

Seminary of the Southwest
01.2010

Educator Certification Program -

Texas Teaching Fellows
01.2007

BA in English -

Texas State University
01.1991

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Discretion and Confidentiality
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Document Management
  • Client Scheduling
  • Depression Treatment
  • Anxiety Management
  • Self-Esteem Building
  • Relationship counseling
  • Child and Adolescent Counseling
  • Life Transitions
  • Family therapy
  • Grief and loss support
  • Psychotherapy Techniques
  • Sexual Health Education
  • Mental Health Assessment
  • Mental Health Support
  • Intake assessments
  • Client Counseling
  • Learning disability awareness
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Coping Methods

Specializations And Trainings

  • Texas Suicide Prevention
  • National Educators Law Institute
  • Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)
  • CESD Section 504 Conference

Related Experience

  • Venue Chairperson, 2014, 2020, Coordinate with venue to prepare for at numerous authors and over 2,000 visitors, Recruit and train volunteers, Order and arrange signage, Manage catering for the authors, Escort authors to the green room, Escort authors to a location where they will sign books, Introduce authors to the audience, Manage book sales, Texas Book Festival
  • Test Prep Facilitator, 2013, Conducted numerous web-based training sessions to assist teachers pass the TExES Special Education Certification exam, Texas Teaching Fellows

Certification

  • Principal Certification 2018
  • School Counselor 2016
  • LPC License 2014
  • English 8-12 grades
  • Special Education early childhood to 12th grade

Timeline

504 Coordinator/IEP Facilitator

Liberty Hill High School in Liberty Hill ISD
01.2019 - Current

Principal Intern

Overton Elementary in Austin ISD
01.2017 - 01.2018

School Counselor

Overton Elementary in Austin ISD
01.2016 - 01.2019

Licensed Professional Counselor

Self Employed
01.2010 - Current

Special Education Teacher

Anderson High School – Austin ISD
01.2008 - 01.2016

Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Akins High School – Austin ISD
01.2007 - 01.2008

Teaching Assistant

Anderson High School – Austin ISD
01.2006 - 01.2007

Principal Certification -

Lamar University

MA in Counseling -

Seminary of the Southwest

Educator Certification Program -

Texas Teaching Fellows

BA in English -

Texas State University

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