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Cherylann Leaver

Hope,RI

Summary

Achieved significant advancements in student mental health and college application success at South Kingstown High School. Leveraged skills in crisis intervention and parent-teacher collaboration to enhance the educational environment, demonstrating a commitment to multicultural competence and student well-being. Focused [Job Title] with [Number] years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects. Student-centered High School Counselor knowledgeable about best practices in student counseling, educational planning and career preparedness. Skills include building schedules and preparing students for standardized and advanced placement tests. Certified professional with full [State] credentials. Gifted [Job Title] handling challenging administrative, organizational and social demands of high school students. Familiar with college preparatory requirements and strategies for preparing students for rigors of both university and technical school training. Focused on keeping students on-track with supportive approach.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Counselor

South Kingstown High School
Wakefield, RI
09.1999 - 06.2015
  • Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
  • Coordinated standardized testing efforts within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.

Assistant Principal

South Kingstown High School
Wakefield, RI
03.1997 - 06.1999
  • Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
  • Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.

Teacher

Nipmuc Regional High School
Upton, MA
08.1987 - 03.1997
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Teacher

Lafayette High School
Williamsburg, VA
08.1979 - 06.1987
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Education

Certificate in Counseling - School Counselor

Providence College
Providence, RI
05.1998

Master of Arts - Administration

Providence College
Providence RI
12.1994

Master of Arts - Secondary Education - Math

Rhode Island College
Providence RI
05.1978

Skills

  • College application support
  • Mental health awareness
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Parent Communication
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Group Counseling

Timeline

High School Counselor

South Kingstown High School
09.1999 - 06.2015

Assistant Principal

South Kingstown High School
03.1997 - 06.1999

Teacher

Nipmuc Regional High School
08.1987 - 03.1997

Teacher

Lafayette High School
08.1979 - 06.1987

Certificate in Counseling - School Counselor

Providence College

Master of Arts - Administration

Providence College

Master of Arts - Secondary Education - Math

Rhode Island College
Cherylann Leaver