Christie Crawford
Henderson,KY
Summary
Dynamic School Counselor with a proven track record at Henderson Co Schools, specializing in individual and group counseling. Expert in crisis intervention and student advocacy, successfully enhancing emotional well-being and academic success. Collaborated with faculty and parents to implement targeted support strategies, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Henderson Co Schools
07.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
School Counslor
Oldham Co Schools
07.2013 - 07.2021
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
School Counselor
Jefferson Co Schools
07.2010 - 07.2013
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Teacher
Henderson Co Schools
07.1998 - 07.2010
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- 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.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Guidance Counseling
Murray State University
Murray, KY07-2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Murray State University
Murray Ky05-1994
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Solutions-focused
- Group counseling
- Student advocacy
- Maintaining confidentiality
Timeline
School Counselor
Henderson Co Schools
07.2021 - Current
School Counslor
Oldham Co Schools
07.2013 - 07.2021
School Counselor
Jefferson Co Schools
07.2010 - 07.2013
Teacher
Henderson Co Schools
07.1998 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Guidance Counseling
Murray State University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Murray State University
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