Catherine Brunton
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Accomplished educator and counselor with a proven track record of fostering student success and client satisfaction through innovative problem-solving and empathetic guidance. Leveraging expertise from roles at Huntington Learning Center and Ivy Tech Community College, I excel in creative thinking, collaboration, and verbal communication, significantly enhancing learning outcomes and personal growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
Evansville, IN
01.2021 - Current
- Used positive reinforcement, repetition, and review to help students master challenging material.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Built strong rapport with students through active listening, empathy, and genuine interest in their success.
Adjunct Professor
Ivy Tech Community College
Evansville, In.
09.2006 - 06.2008
- Taught [Area of expertise] courses, providing instruction to up to [Number] undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
Counselor
Self Employed Services
Lexington, Ky.
09.2000 - 06.2004
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO09.1998
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- In-person tutoring
- Confidence building
- Self-directed learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Feedback and Coaching
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Timeline
Tutor
Huntington Learning Center
01.2021 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Ivy Tech Community College
09.2006 - 06.2008
Counselor
Self Employed Services
09.2000 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Colorado Christian University