Christina Potter
Summary
Education professional with proven track record in student counseling and support. Known for fostering student growth and providing guidance in personal and academic matters. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and focuses on achieving results. Possesses strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Counselor
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Provided individual and small group counseling to students in the areas of academics, personal/social concerns, and career exploration
- Provides crisis counseling when needed, for prevention, intervention, and follow-up, with referrals, when necessary, to community resources
- Conducted classroom lessons to students to enhance academic, social/personal, and career development
- Assessed student abilities, interests, and talents to develop realistic academic and career goals
- Assisted students in the development of an Academic Career Plan (ACP) to help students determine an appropriate educational pathway to their goals
- Collected, analyzed, and presented data relevant to student achievement and behavior to demonstrate student growth and progress
- Collaborated with educational staff and parents to create plans to meet student needs
Transition Specialist/Service Coordinator
Charles County Public Schools
02.2015 - 07.2020
- Provided instructional leadership, program coordination, and compliance monitoring to ensure high-quality transition service for all students with disabilities ages 14-21
- Served as the Central office liaison for building-level administrators, transition support teachers, instructional staff members, and county/community agencies regarding the development and implementation of transition services
- Coordinated and supervised all Charles County Public Schools Special Education Transition programs and initiatives including the Adult Independence Program, Adult Community Skills, Adult Living Skills, Annual Transition Conference, Annual Parent Conference, Try College, and Summer Youth Employment
- Supervised and evaluated instructional specialists, employment specialists, and transition support teachers
- Provided training to building-level administrators, transition support teachers, instructional staff members, and county/community agencies regarding the development and implementation of high-quality transition services in compliance with state and federal mandates
- Developed, implemented, and analyzed local transition policy and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal mandates
- Developed, monitored, and administered all federal, state, or local funding sources or grants for transition programming and initiatives
- Analyzed data on transition programs, services, compliance, and student outcomes and developed improvement plans to address areas of need
- Prepared and submitted quarterly and annual reports regarding transition services and performance Indicators to state and local leadership
- Served as a member of the community transition counsel fostering interagency collaboration and agency linkage to DDA, DORS, SSI, Service Coordination, and Community Resource Providers for eligible students
Transition Resource Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
- Attended IEP meetings for diploma and certificate students as a representative of the District Transition Team as needed
- Collaborated with students, parents, and other IEP team members to develop appropriate and effective transition plans
- Provided additional case management and support for at-risk students
- Served as liaison with DORS, DDA, MHA, and Community Rehabilitation Providers
- Developed and implemented collaborative referral protocols for agency linkage
- Monitored agency linkage portion of the IEP and completed referrals for all eligible students
- Supervised all aspects of contracted services including authorizing, monitoring, and approving billable services
- Coordinated the Governor's Transitioning Youth Initiative (GTYI) each year for exiting students
- Provided guidance to staff implementing the Adult Independence Program
- Assisted the Transition Specialist with monitoring transition plans for Indicator 13 compliance
- Provided staff training and support in developing quality and compliant transition plans and services
- Directed the activities of the Job Placement Coordinator and Transition Assistant
- Assisted with transition forums and parent workshops
- Assisted with the implementation of grant funded projects
Adult Independence Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Developed, implemented, monitored, and reviewed the Individual Education Program (IEP) for assigned students, at least annually, with special emphasis on the Transition Plan and transition to Adult Services
- Provided direct transition-related instruction for students with mild to moderate disabilities
- Developed and monitored vocational training and work-based learning experiences consistent with the student's post-secondary goals
- Assisted families with the referral process for adult services agencies including Social Security, Developmental Disabilities Administration and the Division of Rehabilitation Services
- Collaborated with adult service agencies in the development of post-secondary services plans based upon the student's strengths, needs, and post-secondary goals
Behavior Specialist
State of Hawaii Department of Education
12.2006 - 06.2009
- Completed functional behavioral assessments for students referred for mental health services
- Collaborated with school staff in developing and implementing behavior support plans and interventions
- Conducted observations in the classroom and gathered data to evaluate the effectiveness of applied interventions
- Provided individual, group, and in-class support for students identified under IDEA or 504 as needing counseling services
- Completed quarterly progress reports to assess student's progress towards behavioral goals
- Provided crisis intervention as needed
Behavioral Health Therapist-Supervisor
Kid's Behavioral Health
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Company Overview: Contract with Huntley Project Schools
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of a school-based mental health program for children referred for emotional and behavioral disturbances
- Completed emotional and behavioral assessments for students referred for services
- Developed and assisted staff in implementing behavioral support plans for challenging behaviors
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy as defined in treatment plan
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and progress reports regarding client's history, progress, services provided, and treatment recommendations
- Coordinated with other treatment professionals and social service agencies to meet physical, social and emotional needs of client and family
- Provided crisis intervention as needed
- Supervised the daily activities of staff in the implementation of services to ensure adherence to program agency and state regulations and objectives
- Attended all CST and IEP meetings for client
- Contract with Huntley Project Schools
Behavior Specialist
Kid's Behavioral Health
06.2003 - 05.2004
- Company Overview: Contract with Huntley Project Schools
- Developed and implemented a psycho-educational program
- Provided individual and group counseling
- Assisted treatment team in the development and implementation of treatment plans
- Prepared and maintained confidential treatment files and case notes
- Conducted observations to assess concerns and monitor progress towards treatment goals
- Established behavior modification plans with student, staff and family
- Provided professional support and crisis management for school staff
- Provided support and education to families, regarding parenting skills, community resources, and assisted with the development and implementation of behavior contracts in the home
- Contract with Huntley Project Schools
Education
Education Leadership Certification -
McDaniel College
Westminster, MD06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Psychology
Montana State University
Billings, MT05-2021
M.Ed - School Counseling
Montana State University
Billings, MT08-2009
Master of Science - Vocational Rehabilitation
Montana State University
Billings Montana06-2004
Skills
- College application support
- Mental health awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Parent communication
- Student advocacy
- Academic advising
- Career guidance
- Post-secondary career exploration
- College planning
- At risk student support
- Individual student counseling
Certification
School Counselor PreK-12- Virginia- 6/30/2031
Timeline
High School Counselor
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Transition Specialist/Service Coordinator
Charles County Public Schools
02.2015 - 07.2020
Transition Resource Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
Adult Independence Teacher
Charles County Public Schools
08.2010 - 06.2012
Behavior Specialist
State of Hawaii Department of Education
12.2006 - 06.2009
Behavioral Health Therapist-Supervisor
Kid's Behavioral Health
06.2004 - 06.2005
Behavior Specialist
Kid's Behavioral Health
06.2003 - 05.2004
School Counselor PreK-12- Virginia- 6/30/2031
Education Leadership Certification -
McDaniel College
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Psychology
Montana State University
M.Ed - School Counseling
Montana State University
Master of Science - Vocational Rehabilitation
Montana State University
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