Beverly Belcher
Opelika,AL
Summary
Experienced counselor specializing in educational support and student development. Guided students through academic and personal challenges, enhancing performance and well-being. Expertise in conflict resolution and program development, fostering collaborative environments that support both students and staff.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL
06.2023 - Current
- Provided immediate support during crisis situations
- College and Career Planning
- Academic & Graduation Progress Counseling
- Parent-Teacher Conference Coordinator
- Communication: Google Classroom, ParentSquare, Website
- Facilitated student and parent outreach initiatives to foster engagement and address academic concerns
- Virtual School Coordinator
- Collaborated with leadership team on strategic initiatives
- IEP LEA
Counselor
Jeter Primary School
Opelika, AL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Crisis intervention
- Developed and facilitated Parent Outreach programs, including All Pro Dads and iMoms, to strengthen family engagement and support student success.
- Coordinated Backpack program to provide essential supplies for students in need, ensuring access to necessary resources for academic achievement.
- Provided immediate support during crises to address urgent student needs
- Weekly Classroom Guidance
- Parent Outreach programs: All Pro Dads and iMoms
- Coordinator for Backpack program
- Leadership Team
11th grade U.S. History/ 12th grade Gov/Econ Teacher
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL
07.2012 - 12.2021
- Assisted in coaching varsity cheerleading team, fostering team spirit and collaboration while enhancing student engagement in school activities.
- Guided junior class in organizing events and promoting school spirit, facilitating leadership development and community involvement.
- SGA Sponsor (2020-2021)
- Professional Development Leader on integrating technology (2018-2020)
- AU Intern and Lab Student Co-teacher (2014-2021)
- Contributed to leadership, curriculum, and textbook committees to improve instructional quality and student learning.
- AU research partner with Dr. Jada Kohlmeier
Ringgold
Catoosa County School System
Ringgold, GA
01.2010 - 05.2011
- Substitute teacher, grades 6-12
- Long-term substitute in 6th grade Social Studies and English classrooms, 2010-11 School year
Teacher
Wacoochee Junior High School
Salem, AL
07.2004 - 12.2009
- 8th grade World History Teacher
- Coached Pantherette dance team, fostering teamwork and discipline over 4 years
- Assisted in advising yearbook, coordinating content and design for student publication
- Facilitated Beta Club meetings and activities
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and retention of core subjects.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Designed and adapted instructional materials for diverse learning needs and styles.
Education
No Degree - Undecided
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham05-2001
Master's - School Counseling
University of West Alabama
Livingston05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education- General Social Sciences
Auburn University
Auburn05-2004
Skills
- Academic advising
- College preparation
- Student advocacy
- Confidentiality management
- Crisis intervention
- Multicultural competence
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Family engagement
- Professional ethics
Certification
Google Certified Educator: Level 1 (2018)
Personal Information
Title: Educator
Publications
- ISTE Conference attendee Summer (2019)
- Presenter: Alabama Conference of Social Studies Teachers (2017) -"Structured Academic Controversy: A powerful strategy for promoting reasoned debate"
- PIH (Persistent Issues in History) Grant Project (2015-2017) -Lead by Dr. Jada Kohlmeier- Professor in AU Dept. of Curriculum and Teaching
- Co-Presenter: Alabama MEGA Conference (2008-2009)
- LGBTQ+ Community in the Classroom: Legal Rights
- Presented with Mr. Marty Hulsey, Retired school counselor
Other
- Google Certified Educator: Level 1 (2018)
- ISTE Conference attendee Summer (2019)
- Presenter: Alabama Conference of Social Studies Teachers (2017) -"Structured Academic Controversy: A powerful strategy for promoting reasoned debate"
- PIH (Persistent Issues in History) Grant Project (2015-2017) -Lead by Dr. Jada Kohlmeier- Professor in AU Dept. of Curriculum and Teaching
- Co-Presenter: Alabama MEGA Conference (2008-2009)
- LGBTQ+ Community in the Classroom: Legal Rights
- Presented with Mr. Marty Hulsey, Retired school counselor
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Opelika High School
06.2023 - Current
Counselor
Jeter Primary School
01.2022 - 05.2023
11th grade U.S. History/ 12th grade Gov/Econ Teacher
Opelika High School
07.2012 - 12.2021
Ringgold
Catoosa County School System
01.2010 - 05.2011
Teacher
Wacoochee Junior High School
07.2004 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education- General Social Sciences
Auburn University
No Degree - Undecided
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Master's - School Counseling
University of West Alabama