Desirae Schroeder
Seoul, South Korea,South Korea
Summary
Elementary School Counselor with 9+ years of experience in U.S. and international school settings, leading counseling programs and schoolwide well-being initiatives. Currently supporting 250+ students in grades 3–5 with a focus on early intervention, prevention, and developmentally responsive practices. Recognized for building trusting relationships and collaborating with all stakeholders to create inclusive, supportive learning environments where young learners feel safe, confident, and connected.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor, 3-5
Yongsan International School of Seoul
07.2024 - Current
- Serve on the school Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and schoolwide initiatives
- Direct and manage the Guardian Ambassadors program, promoting leadership, service, and character development for grades 4-5
- Lead a schoolwide kindness initiative for grades 3-5 to foster a positive school climate
- Coordinate transition support for incoming, departing, and grade 5 students going to middle school
- Develop and provide parent education on child safety, social and emotional learning, and effective parenting strategies
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
School Counselor, K-12
International Christian School Pyeongtaek
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Leader of the Child Safety Team, primary responder to safety concerns, crises, and student-related emergencies while adhering to the Child Safety Protection Network principles
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive research-based bullying prevention campaign and program
- Established and educated staff around restorative practices for student discipline
- Educated and provided families with resources for academic, social, emotional, and personal needs
- Created and directed a comprehensive program of activities for grades 9-12 that supports students' college planning, career awareness, and post-secondary exploration and decision-making
- Analyzed student academic records to assess and develop educational and career goals
School Counselor, K-6
Field Elementary School
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Trained and educated staff on district social-emotional learning initiatives, including assessments, curriculum, and programs
- Coordinated all Section 504 referrals, evaluations, reviews, accommodations plans, and maintain records of 504 documents according to state and federal laws
- Designed and implemented an elementary school counseling program based on the American School Counselor Association Model that aligned with district and school level visions and missions
- Leader on the CARE team, primary responder to safety concerns, crises, and student-related emergencies
- Maintained and implemented school-wide data driven behavior, attendance, and academic interventions
School Counselor, K-8
St Roman Parish School
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Delivered high-quality, data-informed professional development and training on trauma, behavior management, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and Response to Intervention for 100+ Seton Catholic School employees
- Organized and executed annual regional and local high school fair for middle school students and families, arranging 10 private high schools and Chin and Spanish interpreters
- Developed and monitored school-wide attendance procedures according to WI laws and Archdiocese policies
- Built K-8 curriculum and school counseling program aligned with the school's vision and mission
- Established and managed Seton Catholic Schools district student service website for distance learning
- Trained and guided teachers with referral process through Milwaukee Public Schools for evaluations for special education and created accommodation plans based on student needs and data from external IEPs
Heart and Sole Site Liaison and Lead Coach
St Roman Parish School
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Recruited grade 6-8 girls to participate, and aide families with registration process
- Developed and modified marketing and parent and student communication materials
- Organized, planned, and led weekly meetings
- Taught young women based on their strengths and identity in Christ
- Mentored and collaborated with co-coach
Children's Program Teacher
YMCA at Pabst Farms
03.2009 - 03.2019
- Led a wide variety of children's classes and camps for ages ranging from 2-13 years
- Created lesson plans and parent communication materials for classes
- Trained and mentored new hires about routines, procedures, and best practices
- Developed behavior tracking tools and implement accommodations for children with special needs
Behavioral Therapist
Childhood Autism Treatment Team (CHATT)
12.2013 - 04.2016
- Implemented Individualized Treatment Plans (ITPs)
- Documented data and results of Applied Behavior Analysis therapy
- Developed programming plans and instructional activities aligned with the client's ITP
- Taught clients social, self-help, language, academic, and other skills consistent with ITPs
Education
Master of Science - Counseling, emphasis in School Counseling
Mount Mary University
08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, minor in Human Services Foundations
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Whitewater, WI12.2013
Associate of Arts and Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin Waukesha
Waukesha, WI12.2011
Skills
Student Support & Counseling
- Restorative and trauma-informed practices
- Teacher consultation and classroom support
- Family partnership
Program Leadership & School Systems
- Counseling program development
- Crisis response and student safeguarding
- Collaboration with leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Professional Practice
- Culturally responsive and inclusive practice
- Clear, compassionate communication
- Reflective and ethical decision-making
- Structured documentation management and program evaluation
Certification
- Arizona Department of Education Certificated School Counselor, #6159113
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Professional Educator-40, Licensed School Counselor-54, #825035
Counseling Philosophy
- Provide strength-based and solution-focused counseling that promotes the holistic development and well-being of each student.
- Advocate for equitable access to support and comprehensive services, fostering inclusive and culturally responsive practices.
- Utilize data-informed decision making to guide interventions and enhance student outcomes.
Timeline
School Counselor, 3-5
Yongsan International School of Seoul
07.2024 - Current
School Counselor, K-12
International Christian School Pyeongtaek
09.2022 - 06.2024
School Counselor, K-6
Field Elementary School
07.2020 - 05.2022
Heart and Sole Site Liaison and Lead Coach
St Roman Parish School
01.2019 - 05.2019
School Counselor, K-8
St Roman Parish School
08.2016 - 06.2020
Behavioral Therapist
Childhood Autism Treatment Team (CHATT)
12.2013 - 04.2016
Children's Program Teacher
YMCA at Pabst Farms
03.2009 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Counseling, emphasis in School Counseling
Mount Mary University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, minor in Human Services Foundations
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Associate of Arts and Science - Psychology
University of Wisconsin Waukesha