CHRISTINA YATES
3870 Flint Rock Road NE, Leland,NC
Summary
A seasoned school counselor with a proven track record in college counseling, dedicated to guiding students through their academic journeys and career planning. Known for collaborative efforts with educational teams to deliver comprehensive counseling services. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving educational landscapes and student needs. Proficient in academic advising, career planning, and student development.
Overview
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1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead School Counselor at Heide Trask Senior High School
Pender County Schools
Rocky Point, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Member of the site-based team, Administrative Team, and the Leadership Team
- Supervise student services with a social worker, at-risk interventionist, CDC, College Advisor, other counselors, to include Section 504's and MTSS needs
- Coordinate early college learning with local community college to include graduation requirements and post-secondary planning
- Use data to drive implementation of student programs to increase graduation rates and learning
- Actively work with teachers and administrators to identify at-risk students to monitor and support progress and success
- Extensive knowledge in transcript audits to meet state and local standards
- Develop relationships with teachers, other counselors, and administrative faculty through consultation and Professional Learning Community meetings
- Career Development Coordinator interim
- Testing Coordinator interim
- Developed and implemented comprehensive school counseling programs aligned with academic and career goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emotional distress or challenging life situations.
- Mentored junior counselors in best practices for student engagement and counseling techniques.
- Analyzed data to evaluate program effectiveness, driving continuous improvement in counseling services offered.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
Adult High School Instructor
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student understanding and critical thinking skills.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Served as a mentor for struggling students by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions after school hours or during lunch breaks.
Lead Counselor at Parkwood High School
Union County Public Schools
10.2013 - 06.2021
- Section 504 and MTSS Coordinator
- Advocated for policy improvements within the school system to address mental health issues affecting students' academic performance.
- Team member of site-based, administrative leadership and department chair
- Coordinated early college learning with South Piedmont Community College through CCP
- Advisor for Superintendent Advisory Committee
- Served as a liaison and point of contact for counseling services at Union County School District level
- Supervised four other counselors, data manager, and guidance secretary
- Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs addressing student needs and promoting academic success.
- Collaborated with educators to identify at-risk students and provide tailored support interventions.
Lead School Counselor
Union Academy Charter School
Monroe, NC
07.2008 - 08.2013
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive school counseling program for a new high school.
- Developed and implemented individualized student support plans to address academic and emotional needs.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, enhancing student relationships and fostering a positive school environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students requiring additional academic assistance and intervention strategies.
- Conducted workshops on social-emotional learning, promoting resilience and mental wellness among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
School Counselor
Union County Public Schools
Monroe, NC
10.2001 - 07.2008
- Developed and implemented individualized student support plans to address academic and emotional needs.
- Conducted assessments to identify students at risk and provided appropriate interventions.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling and Clinical Counseling
Lenoir-Rhyne University
12-1996
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Foreign Language
Gardner-Webb University
05-1994
Skills
- Career & College Promise
- Infinite Campus/PowerSchool
- FAFSA
- Naviance/SCOIR/CFNC/Common App
- Post-Secondary Planning
- Master Scheduling
- Crisis intervention
- Student advocacy
- Diverse student populations
- Problem-solving
- Solutions-focused
- Academic advising
Certification
Professional Educator's License- January 1997-June 2027
Timeline
Adult High School Instructor
Cape Fear Community College
09.2022 - 06.2023
Lead School Counselor at Heide Trask Senior High School
Pender County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Lead Counselor at Parkwood High School
Union County Public Schools
10.2013 - 06.2021
Lead School Counselor
Union Academy Charter School
07.2008 - 08.2013
School Counselor
Union County Public Schools
10.2001 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Foreign Language
Gardner-Webb University
Master of Arts - School Counseling and Clinical Counseling
Lenoir-Rhyne University