Christina Johnson
Easton,PA
Summary
Compassionate school counselor recognized for strong advocacy and problem-solving skills. Extensive experience in developing supportive environments and conducting workshops, committed to fostering student success and resilience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Easton Area School District
Easton, PA
08.2008 - Current
- Assisted students in developing personal, social, and academic skills through guidance sessions.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts by providing immediate assistance to students in distress.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to identify student needs and recommend appropriate resources.
- Conducted workshops on study skills, time management, and stress reduction techniques for student groups.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress to ensure continuity of support services.
- Engaged with community organizations to expand resources available for student well-being and development.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to promote peer support and enhance social connections among students.
- Provided information on college readiness, career exploration, and scholarship opportunities to 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
School Counselor
Allentown School District
Allentown, PA
07.1999 - 07.2008
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Led workshops on college readiness, career exploration, and personal development for students.
- Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.
- Assisted with the organization of college fairs, connecting students to valuable resources for post-secondary education opportunities.
- Partnered with teachers to identify at-risk students and develop targeted interventions for improved academic outcomes.
Education
M.Ed. - Education/School Counseling
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg, PA05-1997
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Solutions-focused
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Student advocacy
- Group counseling
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Timeline
School Counselor
Easton Area School District
08.2008 - Current
School Counselor
Allentown School District
07.1999 - 07.2008
M.Ed. - Education/School Counseling
Lehigh University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania