Cathy G. Proulx
Jaffrey,New Hampshire
Summary
Retired classroom teacher/guidance counselor now available to substitute teach. Developed lesson plans, personalized academic and career plans and facilitated afterschool programs.. Committed to supportive learning environments. Team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Guidance Counselor
Mascenic Regional High School
New Ipswich, NH
09.2011 - 06.2023
- Developed personalized academic and career plans for students, fostering individual growth and success.
- Facilitated workshops on college preparedness, search and applications.
- Collaborated with educators to create supportive learning environments.
- Mentored counselors, enhancing team capabilities through knowledge sharing and best practices.
- Initiated community partnerships to expand resources available for student development and engagement.
Teacher
Boynton Middle School
New Ipswich, NH
09.2003 - 06.2011
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of Social Studies.
- Assessed student performance to identify areas for improvement and tailored instructional strategies.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting respect, collaboration, and active participation.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that align with curriculum standards.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to facilitate communication regarding student progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
St. Patrick School
Jaffrey, NH
09.1993 - 06.2003
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Education
Post Master's M. Ed - Guidance Counseling GPA 3.81
Keene State College
Keene, NH05-2011
Master of Arts - Curriculum Instruction GPA 3.81
Keene State College
Keene, NH05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Certification&Business Management GPA 3.67
Franklin Pierce College
Rindge, NH05-1991
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Group and individual counseling
- Career planning
- Lesson planning with effective learning strategies
- Academic advising
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
Guidance Counselor
Mascenic Regional High School
09.2011 - 06.2023
Teacher
Boynton Middle School
09.2003 - 06.2011
Teacher
St. Patrick School
09.1993 - 06.2003
Post Master's M. Ed - Guidance Counseling GPA 3.81
Keene State College
Master of Arts - Curriculum Instruction GPA 3.81
Keene State College
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Certification&Business Management GPA 3.67
Franklin Pierce College