Elaine Dunseath

• Created and implemented a data-driven Comprehensive School Counseling Program which addressed developmental needs of all students by focusing on academic, career, and social-emotional development to close achievement and/or opportunity gaps which led to reducing student referrals by 20%.
• Provided direct and indirect services for students including, but not limited to school counseling core curriculum, individual and small group counseling, and preventive and responsive services. This was achieved through collaboration with Mental Health Team members, administration, teachers, community resources, and referrals to the school mentor program.
• Consistently used evidence based Play Therapy with children who experienced trauma (for example sexual, physical, and mental abuse; witness to homicide; homelessness; neglect; loss).
• National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) Chapter Advisor for school year 2023-2024. The student led program promotes leadership and community service.
• Effectively collaborated with administration, teachers, parents and other key stakeholders to foster mental health awareness which resulted in the dissemination of mental health literature and resources through Professional Development Workshops, Newsletters, and Parent Conferences.

• Employed a Humanistic approach with K-5 student population
• Therapeutic applications included: Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Art Therapy, Role Play, and Small Groups
• Developed & Implemented school-wide classroom guidance lessons based on America School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Standards
• Classroom Guidance Lessons provided to grades K-5 for the school's student population of 530.
• Subject matter included: Finances, School and Work Ethics, Personal Hygiene, Friendship, Grief and Loss, Depression, Puberty, Personal Responsibility, Peer Pressure, Harassment and Discrimination, and Career Education
• Proctored District Assessments (i-Ready)
• Attended and assisted in the administration of 504's, STAT and RtI meetings
• Received KPREP and Science Statewide Summative Field Test training (BAC Meeting, Madison County, February 16, 2017)
• Accountable for a Case Load of 13 students on a weekly basis
• Facilitated small group and individual counseling
• Managed Food Backpack Program delivering 75 food bags to students twice per month
• Consulted, collaborated, and communicated with mental health professionals, physicians, and community members
• Attended Family Resource Youth Service Center Advisory Council meetings.

• Direct counseling services included Sand Tray, Drawing, Filial, Group, and Play Therapy. Clients included a veteran experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and elementary age children who experienced various trauma resulting from sexual and psychological abuse, neglect, fetal alcoholism, and abandonment. All instances of alleged abuse were reported to Child Protective Services.

2016 Spring and Summer Child-Centered Play Therapy Practicum Sites

• The Centenary School, Lexington, KY
• First United Methodist Church, Georgetown, KY
• O'Brien-Gates Auto Dealership, Frankfort, KY

• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• 12th grade Substitute English Teacher (Scott County High School)
• 3rd grade Substitute Teacher (Northern Elementary School)
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Special Education Substitute Teacher
• Worked with middle and high school students with Moderate to Severe disorders (Scott County Ninth Grade, Royal Springs Middle School and Scott County High School).
• Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.

• Worked with five adult students in improving their oral and written communication skills in English, as well as, teaching the mechanics of the MLA writing style.

*Returned to same position from 9/2007-5/2009.

• Taught Public Speaking and Business Communication courses, providing instruction to up to approximately 160 undergraduate students per semester.

Business Communication

• Students were provided with real-life case studies from Fortune 500 companies.
• Students were responsible for creating individualized companies and presenting their business prospectus to financial backers (played by fellow students).
• Planned and conducted lectures that promoted opportunities for students to observe, question, and investigate.

Public Speaking

Curriculum included:

Vocal instruction

Oratory Styles

Speech Writing and Delivery

Speech Presentation

• Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
• Boosted student confidence in English communication by providing personalized feedback and guidance on written and spoken tasks.
• Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions addressing individual student concerns outside of regular class hours.
• Collaborated with fellow ESL tutors to share best practices, resources, and techniques for successful language instruction.
• Utilized multimedia resources, including films, music, and online tools, to supplement traditional teaching materials and maintain student engagement.

• Created, developed, and instructed a course on fundamental on-camera cold-copy reading techniques to undergraduate broadcast journalism majors.