I worked for the Field Local Schools or 34 years. I spent the first 12 years of my career as a Multi-Handicapped classroom teacher, and the last twenty-two years as a School Counselor.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Field Local Schools
08.1998 - 06.2021
Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
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.
Special Education Teacher
Field Local Schools
08.1987 - 08.1998
Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
Direct Care Worker
Ardmore Agency
09.1985 - 10.1994
Administered medication as directed by physician.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.1994
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology
The University of Akron
Akron, Ohio
05.1985
High School Diploma -
Ravenna High School
Ravenna, OH
06.1980
Skills
Crisis Intervention Strategies
Student Records Management
Motivating Students
Individual Education Plans IEPs
Timeline
School Counselor
Field Local Schools
08.1998 - 06.2021
Special Education Teacher
Field Local Schools
08.1987 - 08.1998
Direct Care Worker
Ardmore Agency
09.1985 - 10.1994
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology And Audiology