Crystal W. Austin

LEAD Professional School Counselor

Bethune-Bowman Middle/High School

07.2011 - Current

Facilitated conflict resolution among students, resulting in a decrease in disciplinary incidents.
Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in leadership committees focusing on student engagement initiatives.
Organized professional development opportunities for staff members related to mental health awareness and best practices in supporting student wellbeing.
Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession.
Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes.
Supported special education students by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized learning plans.
Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources for families in need.
Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
Created a welcoming school atmosphere by offering resources and assistance to new students transitioning into the community.
Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
Streamlined communication between administration, teachers, parents, and students by developing an efficient referral system for counseling services.
Promoted a culture of growth and learning by organizing career exploration events and workshops.
Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments.
Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
Advocated for students to access available resources.
Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.

Summary

Overview

Work History

LEAD Professional School Counselor

Education

Educational Specialist Degree - Educational Administration

Master of Education Degree - Secondary/Elementary Counseling.

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Skills

Timeline

LEAD Professional School Counselor

Educational Specialist Degree - Educational Administration

Master of Education Degree - Secondary/Elementary Counseling.

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

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