Hi, I’m
Caitie Hetchka
School Counselor
Fernandina Beach,FL
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Summary
Student-centered School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Knowledgeable about best practices in student counseling, educational planning, and career preparedness. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students. Certified professional with full Florida credentials. Open to opportunities outside of the school setting.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Coastal Connections AcademyPensacola, FL
High School Counselor
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Participated in creation and implementation of processes/procedures for counseling department as part of opening new school.
- Maintained positive relationships and open communication with over 250 parents about graduation requirements, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Counseled students regarding course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
- Reviewed transcripts to verify students met graduation or college entrance requirements and wrote letters of recommendation.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Proficient knowledge of navigating Pearson Online system and FOCUS
- Proficient data entry skills in SIS System
- Ensure MKV students were appropriately supported
- Representative for Credit Recovery Program PCX
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
Florida Cyber Charter Academy - High School/ MiddleJacksonville, FL
School Counselor
02.2019 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help over 300 students per year reach potential.
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Florida Cyber Charter AcademyJacksonville, FL
Graduation Coach
07.2017 - 02.2019
Job overview
- Reviewed over 300 student's credit hours per year to help students meet graduation requirements.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
University Of North FloridaJacksonville, FL
Academic Advisor
09.2015 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Advise and inform students on possible majors, minors, and certificates in College of Education and Human Services.
- Inform and advise students on University Policy, general education/prerequisite requirements for intended Major
- Attend departmental meetings to collaborate with faculty and advising on college and university policies.
- Present on College of Education and Human Services
General Education requirements and Programs to groups of 50 plus - Facilitate working relationships with other academic
advisors, faculty, and university constituents. - Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions
Broach SchoolJacksonville, Florida
Reading/Art Teacher 6th-12th Grade
01.2015 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted positive attitude with each and every student.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of at least 100 diverse learners.
- Created positive and engaging environment in classroom that encouraged literacy skills.
- Administered and interpreted assessment results to determine learners' challenges.
- Communicated with parents and guardians and collaborated with other subject area teachers to increase success of each students.
Catapult Learning, StudentsJacksonville, FL
ESE Teacher/Tutor, Special Needs
08.2013 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of over 50 students per year, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Education
University of North FloridaJacksonville, FL
Masters of Education from Counselor Education
08.2019
Florida State College At JacksonvilleJacksonville, FL
Bachelors of Applied Science from Business Administration And
Management
06.2010
Skills
- Parent Communication
- Individual/Group Student Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Student records Management
- SIS Data Entry
- Records Maintenance
- College/Career Planning/Exploration
- Administration Collaboration
- Letters of Recommendation
- Team collaboration and Leadership
- Listening Actively
- Scholarships and Grants Exploration
- Individual Student Counseling
- Teach Courses
- Individual and Family Support
- Student Records Maintenance
- Advise Students
- Mental Health Referrals
Additional Information
High School Counselor
increased graduation rate by 60% by informing students of graduation requirements,
financial aide, and postsecondary options
School Counseling Internship-
Pinedale Elementary
-Increased attendance 90% of the 1st grade class by creating and implementing Rise and Shine(attendance program)
-Facilitated small group to improve organization and social skills with 3rd graders
-Implemented classroom lessons for 3rd graders from Child Safety Matters curriculum that decreased
school bullying
Availability
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Timeline
High School Counselor
Coastal Connections Academy
07.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Florida Cyber Charter Academy - High School/ Middle
02.2019 - 07.2021
Graduation Coach
Florida Cyber Charter Academy
07.2017 - 02.2019
Academic Advisor
University Of North Florida
09.2015 - 06.2017
Reading/Art Teacher 6th-12th Grade
Broach School
01.2015 - 06.2015
ESE Teacher/Tutor, Special Needs
Catapult Learning, Students
08.2013 - 01.2015
University of North Florida
Masters of Education from Counselor Education
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Bachelors of Applied Science from Business Administration And
Management
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