Danielle Petra
Harrogate,TN
Summary
Experienced school counselor with a background in student assessment, post-secondary advising, and IEP coordination. Skilled in behavior intervention, crisis management, and relationship building to support student success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Counselor
Bell County School District
Pineville, KY
08.2023 - Current
- Advised students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Advised students on academic progress and graduation requirements.
- Delivered individualized counseling sessions addressing attendance, behavioral, and personal challenges to support student well-being.
- Monitored attendance records to proactively identify students at risk of dropping out and implemented support strategies.
- Monitored student academic progress through regular assessments and reports. through counseling records and academic reports and met with students to address attendance, grades, and credits.
- Coordinated student schedules to align academic goals with staff and family needs.
- Collaborated with teachers on intervention plans and classroom support.
- Conducted specialized counseling sessions for students with disabilities and behavioral issues.
- Worked collaboratively with outside agencies such as mental health providers or juvenile justice system representatives.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions including assessments, referrals, follow-up activities.
- Participated actively in parent-teacher and IEP conferences, advocating for students.
High School Counselor
Claiborne County School District
New Tazewell, Tennessee
08.2022 - 08.2023
High School Science Teacher
Bell County School District
Pineville, KY
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Planned engaging lesson plans using labs, demonstrations, and classroom discussions
- Taught science curriculum aligned with state standards
- Provided individualized instruction based on student needs and abilities.
- Adapted instruction for diverse learners, including IEP and 504 accommodations
- Managed classroom behavior with clear routines and positive expectations
- Communicated student progress with parents, counselors, and school staff
Elementary School Teacher
Bell County School District
Pineville, KY
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed engaging, standards-aligned lessons for K-3 classrooms to enhance student learning.
- Tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities, promoting individualized student growth.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Communicated with parents about student performance and classroom expectations.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05-2022
Education Specialist - Professional School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY07-2020
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY07-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN12-2017
Skills
- Student assessment
- Post-secondary advising
- Student support services
- IEP coordination
- Behavior intervention
- Crisis management
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Campbellsville Teacher of Excellence Award 2019
- KSCA School Counseling Program Award 2025
Affiliations
- Shiloh Church Preschool Teacher
- Co-Owner Legion Training Studio
Certification
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- KY Licensed Behavior Analyst
Timeline
High School Counselor
Bell County School District
08.2023 - Current
High School Counselor
Claiborne County School District
08.2022 - 08.2023
High School Science Teacher
Bell County School District
08.2019 - 08.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Bell County School District
08.2018 - 08.2019
Graduate Certificate - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Cincinnati
Education Specialist - Professional School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Master of Arts - Professional School Counseling
University of The Cumberlands
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies
Lincoln Memorial University