Chad Blank
Clarinda
Summary
Licensed 5-12 School Counselor with experience supporting students' academic, social-emotional, career, and personal development in a values-driven school environment. Demonstrated ability to manage counseling systems, compliance responsibilities, and instructional programming while building strong relationships with students and families. Passionate about mentoring adolescents through holistic development grounded in character, accountability, and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Sponsor
Clarinda High School
Clarinda
01.2024 - Current
- Founded and launched the school's first FCA Huddle, establishing a new faith-based leadership and mentorship opportunity for student-athletes.
- Mentor and guide student-athletes in leadership development and personal faith growth.
- Facilitate discussions and activities centered on character, accountability, service, and community.
- Support a faith-based environment that aligns personal development with values-driven decision-making.
Professional School Counselor
Clarinda Community School District
Clarinda
08.2022 - Current
- Guided students in academic planning and career exploration sessions.
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions to address personal and social challenges.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student behavioral and emotional needs.
- Coordinated with parents and community resources for student support services.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
Clarinda Community School District
Clarinda
01.2022 - Current
- Mentor middle school students in athletic fundamentals, teamwork, and character development.
- Promote positive attitudes, accountability, and sportsmanship on and off the court.
Head Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach
Clarinda High School
Clarinda
01.2020 - Current
- Lead boys and girls track and field programs, emphasizing discipline, goal-setting, teamwork, and personal responsibility.
- Guide student-athletes in balancing academic and athletic commitments while fostering resilience and sportsmanship.
- Led program from bottom of conference to consistent top-tier performance.
- Coached school's first-ever district championship team (2023).
- Achieved highest state meet finish in school history.
- Helped athletes break 16 school records.
- Increased program participation from approximately 40 to 80 athletes.
Hospital Personal Trainer & Speed/Agility Coach
Clarinda Regional Health Center
Clarinda
01.2020 - Current
- Develop and lead individualized and group training programs focused on performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.
- Collaborate with athletic trainers and physical therapists to support overall wellness.
- Run organized off-season speed groups for ages 7-18 years old.
AEA School-Based Interventionist
Green Hills AEA
Clarinda
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered academic and behavioral interventions for students in grades 7-12.
- Collaborated with educators, parents, and administrators to develop individualized student support plans.
- Assisted students in overcoming learning barriers through targeted intervention strategies.
- Worked with students with attendance issues and followed Iowa's attendance rules and regulations.
Resident Assistant (RA)
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Served as a peer mentor and leader within a residential college community.
- Mediated conflicts, supported student well-being, and organized community-building activities.
- Facilitated communication between residents and university staff.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, IA01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Briar Cliff University
Sioux City, IA01.2020
Skills
- Assist students with graduation planning, course selection, and long-term academic goals
- Teach an 8th Grade Career Exploration course, delivering instruction on career pathways, employability skills, goal-setting, and postsecondary planning
- Serve as the school’s NCAA Eligibility Coordinator, monitoring student-athletes’ eligibility and compliance with NCAA requirements
- Support school-wide initiatives that promote a positive school culture and student accountability
- Utilize JMC Student Information System to monitor academic progress, attendance, and student data
- Support students’ ICAP completion using Xello, guiding career exploration, goal-setting, and postsecondary planning
Certifications And Awards
- 5-12 Professional School Counselors Licence
- Coaching Endorsement
- IATC At-Large Coach of the Year - 2023
- KMA Land Hawkeye-10 Coach of the Year - 2022
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Sponsor
Clarinda High School
01.2024 - Current
Professional School Counselor
Clarinda Community School District
08.2022 - Current
Middle School Boys Basketball Coach
Clarinda Community School District
01.2022 - Current
Head Boys & Girls Track and Field Coach
Clarinda High School
01.2020 - Current
Hospital Personal Trainer & Speed/Agility Coach
Clarinda Regional Health Center
01.2020 - Current
AEA School-Based Interventionist
Green Hills AEA
01.2020 - 01.2022
Resident Assistant (RA)
Briar Cliff University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Science - School Counseling
Buena Vista University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Briar Cliff University