Erika Baylis
Havertown,PA
Summary
Accomplished School Counselor and Psychologist with a proven track record at Ridley School District, enhancing student well-being and academic success through individual counseling, crisis intervention, and comprehensive support strategies. Skilled in mediation, student advocacy, and collaboration, significantly contributing to a positive and supportive school environment. Demonstrates expertise in suicide prevention and academic support, fostering improved outcomes for students. Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Ridley School District
08.2018 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
School Counselor
Lower Merion School District
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
- Coordinated standardized testing efforts within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
- Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance, attendance rates, and graduation outcomes.
- Assisted with the organization of college fairs, connecting students to valuable resources for post-secondary education opportunities.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
School Psychologist
Ridley School District
09.2000 - 08.2003
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
- Conducted functional behavioral assessments to identify underlying causes of challenging behaviors and create effective behavior intervention plans accordingly.
- Assisted in crisis response efforts, ensuring timely interventions for at-risk students while maintaining a safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Maintained accurate records and documentation in accordance with state regulations, ensuring confidentiality and ethical practices across all professional activities.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions, promoting healthy communication skills and peer relationships among participants.
- Utilized formal and established testing protocols to evaluate educational, emotional and behavioral needs of students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Improved student well-being by conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and creating tailored intervention plans.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA05.2024
Master of Science - School Psychology
Eastern University
Wayne, PA05.2000
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Crisis Intervention
- Student Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
School Counselor
Ridley School District
08.2018 - Current
School Counselor
Lower Merion School District
03.2015 - 06.2018
School Psychologist
Ridley School District
09.2000 - 08.2003
Ph.D. - Educational Psychology
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Master of Science - School Psychology
Eastern University
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