Brandy Arends
West Fargo,ND
Summary
Highly motivated, dedicated, and empathetic counseling student with a strong desire to secure a position as a school counselor. Possessing an undergraduate degree in Psychology, complemented by a minor in Child and Family Studies. Passionate about education and committed to making a positive impact on students' lives. Eager to apply knowledge and skills to support students of all levels. Driven to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that fosters their personal growth and academic success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Practicum Student
School Health Hub
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Special Education Paraprofessional
West Fargo Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Develop strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions inside the classroom setting.
- Manage challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Follow students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP) to make sure needs are being met.
- Collaborate with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Children's Library Associate
City of Fargo
04.2009 - 08.2011
- Programmed children's activities and story times.
- Performed outreach programs with schools and organizations.
- Established positive relationships with local schools by coordinating outreach activities that promoted literacy initiatives within the community.
- Enhanced library user experience by providing exceptional customer service and assisting with information requests.
Head Start Teacher
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership
11.2007 - 03.2009
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date on best practices in early childhood education.
- Improved classroom management through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that encouraged academic success.
Title I Paraprofessional
Dilworth Glyndon Felton School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05.2006
Skills
- Experience working in a school district
- Worked with culturally diverse students
- Ability to work as a team
- Strong communication with others
- Learning disabilities support
- Classroom organization
- Individual counseling
- Mental health awareness
- Student advocacy
- IEP implementation
Timeline
School Counseling Practicum Student
School Health Hub
01.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
West Fargo Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Children's Library Associate
City of Fargo
04.2009 - 08.2011
Head Start Teacher
Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership
11.2007 - 03.2009
Title I Paraprofessional
Dilworth Glyndon Felton School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Cloud State University
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