Eric Clifton
Howell,Michigan
Summary
Dynamic school counselor with a proven track record at Howell Public Schools, excelling in crisis intervention and academic advising. Renowned for fostering intentional rapport and creative problem-solving, I effectively guide students through educational planning and career guidance, ensuring their success and well-being in a supportive environment.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Howell Public Schools
Howell, Michigan
08.2000 - 01.2025
Case Manager and Youth & Family Counselor
The Connection Youth Services
Howell, Michigan
06.2012 - 08.2016
Director of Bands
Howell Public Schools
Howell, Michigan
08.1989 - 06.2000
Director of Bands Grades 5-12; Elementary Music Teacher
Traverse Area Catholic Schools
Traverse City, Michigan
08.1989 - 06.2000
Wood Mill / Parts Production
Weathervane Window Company
Brighton, Michigan
01.1988 - 09.1992
Camp Counselor; Unit Director
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
White Lake, Michigan
06.1984 - 08.1985
Education
Certificate of Technology - Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan04.1997
Master of Arts - K-12 School Counseling
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan04.1995
Bachelor of Music Education -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, Michigan04.1987
Skills
- Excellent Teamwork
- Creative Problem Solving
- Large Scale Project Contributor
- Intentional Rapport and Listening Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Software
- Crisis intervention
- Academic advising
- Conflict resolution
- Educational planning
- Career guidance
- Coping strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Projects
Organize Howell College Night, 10+ years of leadership for hosting 60-80 College, Trades, Military Representatives at Howell High School with 500-800 students and family members in an open-house format for 90 minutes.
Awards
- HPS-HHS Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2023-2024
- TRAILS - Transforming Research into Action to Improve the Lives of Students - School Professional Training Certificate of Completion, 01/16/19
- National SAT Supervisor Training Certificate, 06/11/18
- Postsecondary Education Planning and College Advising Endorsement Certificate presented by Michigan College Access Network, 06/01/17
Degrees
- M.A.
- B.M.
Timeline
Case Manager and Youth & Family Counselor
The Connection Youth Services
06.2012 - 08.2016
School Counselor
Howell Public Schools
08.2000 - 01.2025
Director of Bands
Howell Public Schools
08.1989 - 06.2000
Director of Bands Grades 5-12; Elementary Music Teacher
Traverse Area Catholic Schools
08.1989 - 06.2000
Wood Mill / Parts Production
Weathervane Window Company
01.1988 - 09.1992
Camp Counselor; Unit Director
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
06.1984 - 08.1985
Certificate of Technology - Education
Michigan State University
Master of Arts - K-12 School Counseling
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Music Education -
Western Michigan University