David Harple
Media,PA
Summary
I’m a passionate listener and learner. Moreover, I am a fierce and passionate consumer of information with a strong desire to interact with others and share experiences and insights.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Penncrest High School Counseling Department Coordi
Rose Tree Media School District
Media, PA
09.2004 - 06.2023
- Supported the implementation of 504 Plans and IEPs as needed.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and address behavioral and academic concerns.
- Assessed students and proposed behavior management plans to alleviate academic and social problems.
- Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
- Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
- Maintained accurate records of student data, including attendance, grades, test scores.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
- Coordinated with community organizations to provide additional resources for students' mental health needs.
- Provided individual and group counseling to students with social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Participated in professional learning communities to improve school counseling practices.
- Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
- Delivered presentations about college admissions processes at local high schools.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
- Attended meetings related to school safety initiatives such as bullying prevention programs.
- Incorporated feedback and coaching from administrative staff to standardize academic and social protocols.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed about best practices and emerging issues in school counseling.
- Advocated for students' needs and rights within the school system, working to remove barriers to their success.
- Engaged in reflective practice on a regular basis in order to assess program effectiveness and make improvements where necessary.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal and social development needs.
School Counselor
Rose Tree Media School District
Media, PA
09.1987 - 06.2023
- Developed individualized learning plans for students with special educational needs.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed about best practices and emerging issues in school counseling.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of counseling programs and interventions.
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Coordinated college and career fairs to expose students to postsecondary options and workforce opportunities.
- Assessed students' abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using a variety of assessment tools for career and educational planning.
- Organized and conducted workshops for parents on topics related to adolescent development, parenting strategies, and educational planning.
- Created referral networks with outside mental health professionals for additional support services when needed.
- Performed outreach activities within the school community to increase awareness about available counseling services.
- Maintained confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and communications with students and parents.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Advocated for students' needs and rights within the school system, working to remove barriers to their success.
- Incorporated feedback and coaching from administrative staff to standardize academic and social protocols.
- Coordinated with external agencies to refer students for additional support services, such as mental health counseling or tutoring.
- Monitored attendance records and identified patterns of absenteeism that may indicate underlying issues requiring attention.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emotional, physical, or social distress.
- Planned and conducted orientation programs and group conferences to promote adjustment of individuals to new life experiences.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
- Established contacts with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for students.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Designed and delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on topics such as bullying prevention, study skills, and college readiness.
- Assisted with the development of IEPs for special education students.
- Supported teachers and students during Individual Education Plan (IEP) development.
- Facilitated transition planning for students moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, and beyond.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
- Provided guidance regarding college admissions process including scholarship applications, financial aid options and application deadlines.
- Aided students in college and career readiness process, helping with course selection and career assessments.
Middle School Head Volleyball Coach
Rose Tree Media School District
Media, PA
10.1988 - 10.1996
- Negotiated with vendors for team uniforms and equipment, ensuring quality products within budget constraints.
- Maintained compliance with all governing body regulations, ensuring ethical conduct and fair play.
- Facilitated team meetings where goals were discussed, objectives set and strategies implemented.
- Represented the school at various conferences or tournaments when necessary.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs to enhance team performance and individual skills.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Mentored players one-on-one on techniques to boost confidence.
- Developed team strategy for both offense and defense, including blocking, serving and setting techniques.
- Scheduled and managed practices, games and other events related to the volleyball program.
- Motivated players through positive reinforcement strategies such as goal setting activities or recognition awards.
- Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
- Implemented injury prevention and conditioning programs to maintain athlete health and reduce downtime.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance levels during practice sessions or competitions.
- Collaborated with school athletic directors to align volleyball program goals with broader athletic department objectives.
- Participated in coaching clinics and workshops to stay current with coaching techniques and industry trends.
- Developed exercise regimens targeting individual athlete needs.
Middle School Head Wrestling Coach
Rose Tree Media School District
Media, PA
10.1987 - 01.1996
- Recruited new members for the wrestling team by attending tournaments and speaking with potential candidates.
- Informed athletes and parents about benefits of proper nutrition and good sleep habits to promote better performance levels.
- Collaborated with assistant coaches in order to ensure all wrestlers were given equal attention and feedback.
- Inspected equipment prior to each practice or match in order to ensure safety standards were met.
- Researched opponents' strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate game strategies.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training plans for wrestlers to improve their physical, technical, tactical and mental skills.
- Suggested exercise modifications to individual athletes to avoid strain and injury.
- Adhered strictly to rules and regulations of activities department and district.
- Mentored players one-on-one on techniques to boost confidence.
- Worked closely in training capacity with fellow student-athletes during off-season.
- Mentored struggling players one-on-one during matches to help regain confidence and resolve issues.
- Attended coaching conferences or seminars in order to stay up-to-date on current trends within the sport.
- Created practice plans that included drills, conditioning exercises and strategy instruction to maximize the team's performance.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA01-1986
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-1984
Skills
- Academic advising
- Student advocacy
- Referral coordination
- Multicultural competence
- Social-emotional learning
- Empathy development
- College preparation
- Peer mediation
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Suicide prevention
- Career advising
- Professional referral network
- Individual and family support
- Classroom guidance
- Coping strategies
- Individualized education programs
- Alcohol and substance abuse
- Listening actively
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Policy and procedure improvements
- Diverse groups presentations
- Mental health assessments
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Confidential services
- Mediation
- Compassionate
- Conflict mediation
Sense of humor with a willingness to work with others in any capacity
Timeline
Penncrest High School Counseling Department Coordi
Rose Tree Media School District
09.2004 - 06.2023
Middle School Head Volleyball Coach
Rose Tree Media School District
10.1988 - 10.1996
Middle School Head Wrestling Coach
Rose Tree Media School District
10.1987 - 01.1996
School Counselor
Rose Tree Media School District
09.1987 - 06.2023
Master of Education - Counseling
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Pittsburgh