Brian Emejuru
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Ambitious School Counselor focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Gifted in counseling, student advocacy and preventive education to meet the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Delicate in handling issues involving cultural and socioeconomic differences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor/Head of Inclusion and Diversity
Junipero Serra High School
San Mateo, CA
08.2022 - Current
- Organized workshops and seminars for parents on topics such as bullying, anxiety, stress management and college readiness.
- Conducted assessments of students' cognitive abilities, interests, personality traits and career aspirations.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Provided guidance regarding college admissions process including scholarship applications, financial aid options and application deadlines.
- Researched current trends in cultural competency training across industries.
- Participated in committees focused on improving organizational culture around diversity topics.
High School Counselor
West Springfield High School
Springfield, VA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated the development and implementation of students Individualized Education Plans/Programs (IEPs).
- Managed 504's for all students on caseload as Case manager
- Monitored graduation records, transcripts, and classes for 500+ students.
- Assisted students with the college admissions process, acquisition of study skills, academic opportunities, and benefits.
- Delivered individual and group guidance curriculum supporting student development.
- Analyzed student data and developed data-driven intervention program action plans.
- Provided responsive services to individuals or groups on academic and personal issues.
- Restorative Justice tier 1 trained
- Coordinated alcohol and drug prevention programs to cultivate atmosphere focused on positive decision-making.
- Helped teachers and administrators optimize curriculum offerings and successfully prepare students for higher education, vocational school or direct employment.
- Counseled students directly on course choices, schedules and study habits.
- Met with students to address attendance, grades and credits.
School Counselor
Mcauliffe Elementary School
Woodbridge, VA
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Counseled students who achieved 85% academic improvement.
- Counseled students in career planning, job placement, and academic goals.
- Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
- Coordinated the development and implementation of students Individualized Education Plans/Programs (IEPs).
- Established developmentally-appropriate support groups and activities for elementary-aged students.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Followed-up with outside mental health service providers to coordinate in-school support.
- Offered counseling services to all students.
- Performed student background reviews to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Led groups of youth in discovery exercises and offered personalized support to individuals in need of extra assistance.
High School Counselor Intern
Kempsville High School
Virginia Beach , VA
11.2016 - 12.2016
- Participated actively in parent-teacher and IEP conferences, advocating for students.
- Evaluated transcripts to make certain students were on track toward high school graduation and college admission.
- Counseled parents, guardians and educators to assist students with educational, career and life planning.
- Met with students to address areas of concern, including attendance, grades and credits.
- Identified and prevented potential dropouts by monitoring records of students experiencing attendance issues.
- Monitored academic performance, behavior and attendance for 60 students.
- Developed written plan for effective delivery of school counseling program based on developmental counseling model for Virginia schools, current school achievement plan and individual school data.
- Encouraged students to carefully consider career options and related academic decisions based on personal strengths and goals.
- Consulted regularly with parents, administrators and specialists to coordinate individualized support for struggling students.
- Employed skills in crisis intervention to help resolve difficult situations.
- Supported students, individually and in groups with developing academic, career and social skills.
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Renaissance Academy
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for providing classroom coverage for a teacher who is absent for an extended period of time.
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productiveclassroom environment.
- Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division's basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course / SOL standards; provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students.
Physical Education Assistant
Salem Elementary School
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Assist the physical education teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior.
- Assist the physical education teacher in creating an environment that is conducive tolearning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Special Education Assistant
Corporate Landing Middle School
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
- Escort students as assigned by teacher or administrator.
- Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned teacher.
- Assist with behavior modification as assigned by teacher.
Special Education Assistant
Frank W. Cox High School
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
- Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned teacher.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
Norfolk, VA2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/ Special Education
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Richmond, VA2011
High School Diploma -
FLOYD E. KELLAM HIGH SCHOOL
Virginia Beach, VA2008
Certificate in Educational Leadership -
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC06.2021
Skills
Provide services to students in the areas of academic, personal/social and career development
- Academic, basic, counselor, counseling, financial, instruction, lesson plans, materials, meetings, Mentor, philosophy, program planning, SAT, scheduling, teacher, View
- ASCA National Model Principles
- Time management
- Behavior modification
- Conflict mediation
- Suicide prevention
- Mental health assessments
- Conflict resolution
- 504 Plans
- Therapy and counseling
- Confidential services
- School counseling
- Creating and running school clubs
- Conflict resolution
- Restorative Justice
- Handle With Care
- Mentor to New teachers
- CARE LEAD (Equity and diversity leader )
- Teachers As Readers Facilitator
Affiliations
ASCA Member (2015-Present)
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Corporate Landing Middle School Assistant Football Coach (2012-Present)
Additional Information
Counsel students individually and in small groups. · Conduct classroom guidance activities. Expose students to career exploration and interest inventories (Kuder, VA Career View,VA View, VA Mentor and Workplace Readiness Skills). Participate in SST, Child Study and 504 meetings. Manage crises. Encourage teacher/parent communication and community involvement. Assist in the identification of students with special needs. Create school counseling calendar. Assist in the individual academic program planning of 5th grade students. Begin 4-yr plans with rising 9th graders, as well as discuss graduation requirements,diploma plans, verified credits, scholarships and financial aid. Inform students of all post-secondary options. Prepare and inform students for standardize testing (PSAT). Participate in counselor-related school/division activities. Serve all students, but is specifically responsible for students in counselor caseload. Conduct individual academic program planning and updating of 4-yr plans. Prepare students for graduation including, but not limited to: scheduling, verification ofCarnegie units/credits, verified credits, diploma plans and diploma seals. Prepare and inform students for standardize testing (PSAT, SAT, ACT, ASVAB).
Timeline
School Counselor/Head of Inclusion and Diversity
Junipero Serra High School
08.2022 - Current
High School Counselor
West Springfield High School
08.2021 - 06.2022
High School Counselor Intern
Kempsville High School
11.2016 - 12.2016
School Counselor
Mcauliffe Elementary School
08.2016 - 06.2021
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Renaissance Academy
10.2015 - 06.2016
Physical Education Assistant
Salem Elementary School
10.2013 - 06.2015
Special Education Assistant
Corporate Landing Middle School
09.2012 - 06.2013
Special Education Assistant
Frank W. Cox High School
03.2012 - 06.2012
Master of Arts - School Counseling
NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/ Special Education
VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
FLOYD E. KELLAM HIGH SCHOOL
Certificate in Educational Leadership -
George Washington University, The
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