Denise Calimano
Linden,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and caring school counselor who is eager to assist students and young adults with their social, career, and academic aspirations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Essex County Schools of Technology
09.2016 - Current
- Manage a caseload of 260-400 students including special populations
- Utilize personal inventories that focus on strengths, challenges and goals to explore possible career choices as well as help students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Use standardized test data and quarterly grades to develop and implement student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Enhance student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Facilitate parent-teacher conferences and conflict mediation.
- Direct families to community resources for additional mental health support
- Lead Social Emotional Learning workshops for students on various topics
- Lead coordination and execution of all state and Collegeboard assessments offered including Start Strong, NJSLA, ACCESS, PSAT, SAT, and AP
- Held information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Utilize technology to advise students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Educate students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Assist in recruitment and interview sessions for middle school students and gather necessary paperwork for students to initiate enrollment process.
- Member of attendance and I&RS committees
- Review and discuss newly accepted students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Assist high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Increase awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college and career readiness workshops on Naviance, FAFSA and College Preparation.
- Well versed in building student schedules that support their CTE and career goals.
- Coordinated with college admissions representatives and military recruiters to schedule presentations and campus tours.
- Work closely with CIE Coordinator to ensure smooth school-to-work transition for work study candidates.
- Skilled with the use of CommonApp and Naviance for College applications and career exploration.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources during home instruction and inpatient settings.
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
Spanish Teacher
Essex County Schools of Technology
09.2007 - 06.2016
- Taught Spanish I & II and Advanced Spanish for Native Speakers for students grades 10-12.
- Planned and implemented differentiated activities that provided students with opportunities to utilize language in a practical and conversational manner.
- Was part of the initiative to design the Technology Enhanced Active Learning Center (TEAL) in which students utilized one-to-one laptops and an option II curriculum in a 21st century classroom to manage their own learning and move at their own pace.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons and incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Developed and implemented curriculum for the TEAL program as well as traditional Spanish classes.
- Utilized technology-based lessons to promote student engagement and elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
- Assessed students' progress in curriculum content and modified lessons, to encourage improvement in learning, based on data analysis.
- Created and fostered cooperative relations with students, parents, colleagues and administration.
Adult School Counselor
Adult Evening Program ECST
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Assisted in the assessment and placement of approximately 140 Adult English Learners into appropriate classes.
- Gave orientation to adult GED and apprenticeship students.
English as a Second Language Instructor
Adult Evening Program ECVTS
09.2007 - 05.2011
- Provided instruction in basic English language skills, life skills, and citizenship
- Assist students with the development and usage of the English language.
Education
M.A. Counseling -
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & Secondary Education
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ01.2007
Skills
- Proficient in Google Suite, Schoology, PowerSchool, PowerTeacher, Microsoft Office Suite
- Bilingual - Spanish Speak, read, and write
- Cultural Competency
- Recruitment Participation
- Class Schedule Preparation
- Youth and Adolescent Development
Certification
- NJ Standard School Counselor Certificate
- NJ Standard Director of Guidance Certificate
- NJ Standard Supervisor Certificate
- NJ Standard Teaching Certificate - Spanish
Timeline
School Counselor
Essex County Schools of Technology
09.2016 - Current
Adult School Counselor
Adult Evening Program ECST
09.2011 - 05.2015
Spanish Teacher
Essex County Schools of Technology
09.2007 - 06.2016
English as a Second Language Instructor
Adult Evening Program ECVTS
09.2007 - 05.2011
M.A. Counseling -
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & Secondary Education
New Jersey City University
- NJ Standard School Counselor Certificate
- NJ Standard Director of Guidance Certificate
- NJ Standard Supervisor Certificate
- NJ Standard Teaching Certificate - Spanish
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