ELIZABETH OKE
TOMS RIVER,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate School Counselor with experience supporting students' academic, emotional, and social development. Proven ability to foster a positive school culture, manage classroom dynamics, and provide effective individual and group counseling. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for all students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Counselor/Behaviorist
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School
02.2024 - Current
- Fostered a healthy school culture by building strong relationships with students and encouraging positive behaviors.
- Mediated conflict resolution among students, promoting a harmonious school environment.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management plans to enhance learning experiences.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to support students with anxiety, stress, and everyday concerns.
- Organized and facilitated friendship groups to improve social skills and peer relationships.
- Delivered monthly classroom presentations on various topics relevant to student well-being.
- Performed duties as the Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) Coordinator by conducting thorough bullying investigations and ensuring compliance with school policies and state regulations.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Education Staffing & Management Solution
01.2023 - Current
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education
- Maintained positive classroom management.
School Counseling Intern
Irvington Public Schools
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential
- Worked with students to overcome personal, social or behavioral challenges affecting educational pursuits
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals
- Coordinated with outside agencies to ensure students receive appropriate services and resources
- Organized parent workshops to encourage parent involvement in academic and emotional well being of students
- Participated in Intervention & Referral Services (I&RS) with Child study Team to support students who require additional support
- Counseled students using Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address issues such as academic performances, social skills, attendance & behavior.
Education
Masters in Education - School Counseling
Liberty University
12.2022
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
05.2017
Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- Classroom Management
- Behavioral Interventions
- Parent and Teacher Collaboration
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Workshop Facilitation
- HIB Coordinator
Timeline
Middle School Counselor/Behaviorist
Central Jersey College Prep Charter School
02.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Education Staffing & Management Solution
01.2023 - Current
School Counseling Intern
Irvington Public Schools
01.2022 - 05.2022
Masters in Education - School Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelors of Science - Psychology
Old Dominion University
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