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Carmen Betts-Jones

Fort Walton Beach,FL

Summary

Dynamic Professional School Counselor with a proven track record at Okaloosa County School District, enhancing student academic performance and emotional well-being. Excelled in parent-teacher collaboration and individual counseling, significantly improving decision-making skills and academic outcomes. Known for exceptional interpersonal communication and a steadfast commitment to professional ethics.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Professsional School Counselor

Okaloosa County School District
08.2004 - Current
  • Encouraged social-emotional development focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
  • Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
  • Supported special education students by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized learning plans.
  • Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
  • Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.

Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL
05-2023

Master of Liberal Arts - Organizational Leadership

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
12-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education

The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL
12-2000

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Professional Ethics
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Self-care strategies
  • Student Advocacy
  • Individual Counseling
  • Academic Advising
  • Career awareness
  • Goal Setting
  • Decision-Making

Timeline

Professsional School Counselor

Okaloosa County School District
08.2004 - Current

Master of Education - School Counseling

University of West Alabama

Master of Liberal Arts - Organizational Leadership

Fort Hays State University

Bachelor of Arts - Middle School Education

The University of West Florida
Carmen Betts-Jones