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Edgardo Rios

Edgardo Rios

Jamaica,NY

Summary

Ambitious Counselor focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Gifted in student advocacy and preventive education that meets the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Determined to handle issues with cultural and socioeconomic differences that involve the challenges of a diverse community. Assists students in managing and overcoming personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting well-being or academic success. Goes above and beyond consistently to enhance student experiences, helping each reach its full potential. Counselor acquired numerous years of experience advising students on academic, mental health, and social issues. Additional expertise in counseling students on career paths and higher education options. Cultivates the relationship between parents and community members using resources that help future student scholars achieve their goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School SAPIS Counselor

Department Of Education
10.2015 - Current
  • Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
  • Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior and social development.
  • Counseled students to help overcome personal, social or behavioral issues affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Planned and conducted orientation programs and group conferences to promote adjustment of students to new life experiences.
  • Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
  • Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
  • Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
  • Established and enforced administration policies and rules governing student behavior.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
  • Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
  • Identified student difficulties to develop support plans with guidance of support staff.
  • Directed and participated in recruitment and enrollment activities.
  • Encouraged parent involvement in school activities and volunteer opportunities that help create a more vibrant and engaged school community.

Education

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Nyack College
Nyack, NY
05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The College of New Rochelle
Brooklyn, NY
05.2006

Skills

  • Critical Thinking Analysis
  • Behavioral Counseling
  • Decision Making
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Class Schedule Preparation
  • Emotional Support
  • Peer Counseling
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Relationship Development
  • Progress Reporting
  • Community Event Planning
  • Alcohol and Drug Prevention Programs
  • Classroom Observation
  • Resource Prioritization
  • Conflict Management
  • Community Programs Development
  • Career Planning Presentations
  • Course Counseling
  • Mental Health Referrals
  • Student Performance Evaluations
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Abuse Identification
  • Life Experience Community Program

Affiliations

Simpson Street Development Association Inc. (SISDA) - Beacon Program

02/2024 - Current

  • Withheld the position as an Instructor teaching ESL courses for adult learning.

LANGUAGES

English: Native/ Bilingual
Spanish: Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Middle School SAPIS Counselor

Department Of Education
10.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The College of New Rochelle

Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling

Nyack College

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