Experienced school counselor with 19 years of expertise seeking an Assistant Principal position with the School District of Philadelphia. Strong background in counseling and deep commitment to student development. Bring effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Collaborative team player adaptable to changing needs and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Ready to contribute to fostering a supportive and productive educational environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Jules E. Mastbaum, AVT High School
08.2021 - Current
Provides general school counseling and guidance programs and services including individual and group counseling and guidance
Implements broad based programs dealing with decision-making, conflict resolution, self-esteem, coping strategies and other issues
Plans and provides classroom guidance focusing on social and emotional issues, family and/or peer relationships and decision-making
Provides formal and informal counseling services to students and their parents concerning issues that are affecting or may affect the students' school adjustment
Serves as the primary agent for addressing issues that impact on students at risk of failing to attain their full academic potential
Participates on the school's multi-disciplinary team that includes other staff members to provide interventions
Collaborates with parents, teachers and other staff in the planning and implementation of a comprehensive educational program for students
School Counselor
Gilbert Spruance Elementary School
09.2017 - 06.2021
Collaborate with staff to develop incentives, which increases attendance and academic progress
Coordinate services offered by community stakeholders such School Based Therapeutic Supports, Incentive of Behavioral Health Services, Student Assistant Process, Community Umbrella Agency, and Department of Human Services
Provide professional development workshops on Tier 1-3 Multi-Tier System of Supports for teachers and staff to decrease educational barriers for students, increase support, and increase attendance
Present classroom lessons emphasizing preventive and proactive counseling to enhance decision-making skills, conflict resolution, self-esteem, attitudes, goal setting techniques, and coping strategies
Provide ongoing guidance focusing on appropriate communication, decision making, and character-building
School Counselor
John Bartram High School
09.2006 - 06.2017
Oversaw Credit Recovery Program allowing overage, under-credited students to graduate in timely fashion
Raised academic success awareness by coordinating college readiness programs such as Upward Bound and Philadelphia Futures designed to expose high school students to post-secondary and career opportunities
Served as School Assessment Coordinator team member to oversee the setup and administration of the PSAT, SAT & ASVAB testing for 3,000+ students
Implemented student internships with companies to enhance career experience and real-world knowledge
Initiated and developed The Southwest Philadelphia College Fair with a cohort of other high schools
Organized parent information workshops on immigration, FAFSA, NCAA Clearinghouse, and Family Net
Maintained regular communication with truancy officers, probation officers, DHS, outpatient mental health providers as well as other community partners to monitor student progress
School Counselor
John M. Patterson Elementary School
11.2005 - 06.2006
Facilitated ongoing individual, group, and classroom guidance that focused on communication, decision making, and character-building for student's grade K-4
Assisted parents to remove barriers that resulted in excessive absences and tardiness
Juvenile Probation Officer
City Of Philadelphia
11.1998 - 11.2005
Advocated for alternatives to detention when appropriate, emphasizing the importance of community-based interventions over punitive measures.
Managed caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks, utilizing time management skills, maintaining organized case files, while facilitating efficient communication among stakeholders and informed decision-making processes.
Established positive rapport with juveniles under supervision, fostering trust and open communication while maintaining professional boundaries.
Promoted department's mission and procedures to community organizations, school officials and law enforcement.
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - COUNSELING PYSCHOLOGY
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA
05.2004
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Philadelphia, PA
05.1996
Skills
Counseling and Coaching
Career Development
Parent-teacher collaboration
Social Development
Relationship Building
Crisis intervention
Written & Interpersonal Communication
Google Meet
Microsoft Office
Excel
Certification
Pennsylvania School Counselor K-12 (Instructional I & II)
Pennsylvania Principal K-12
Timeline
School Counselor
Jules E. Mastbaum, AVT High School
08.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Gilbert Spruance Elementary School
09.2017 - 06.2021
School Counselor
John Bartram High School
09.2006 - 06.2017
School Counselor
John M. Patterson Elementary School
11.2005 - 06.2006
Juvenile Probation Officer
City Of Philadelphia
11.1998 - 11.2005
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Pennsylvania School Counselor K-12 (Instructional I & II)
Pennsylvania Principal K-12
MASTER OF EDUCATION - COUNSELING PYSCHOLOGY
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
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