Erika S. Lewis
School Counselor
Delmar,NY
Summary
Certified school counselor dedicated to improving the lives of all students, maximizing student success while promoting access and equity through the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
School Counselor
Green Tech High Charter School
Albany, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Provide direct and indirect services to students in areas of social, emotional, and academic development as well as college and career pathways.
- Implement data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Advocate for policies to better support student well-being and student needs.
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to address social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Improve graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Facilitate parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Project manager: Master Schedule, MBA Report Creator (all new school documents)
School Counselor
Schenectady High School
Schenectady, NY
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Provide direct and indirect services to students in areas of social, emotional, academic and college and career development
- Collaborate with School Based Support Team to help ensure student preparedness and achievement
- Conduct data driven small group and classroom activities
Teacher Aide; Grades 6-12
Bethlehem Central School District
Delmar, NY
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Worked in both group and 1:1 settings with special education students.
- Collaborated with teachers and School Based Support Team to support students in areas of academic achievement and social and emotional skill development.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environment.
Teaching Assistant
Guilderland High School
Guilderland, NY
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Assisted a student (1:1) with special needs in all academic areas.
- Collaborated with the School Based Support Team to meet the goals of the student's Individualized Education Plan.
School Counselor Volunteer
Shenendehowa High School
Clifton Park, NY
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with school counselors and school leadership team to facilitate student success.
- Program recognized as ASCA Model Program (RAMP) in NYS and National RAMP School of Distinction
Head Softball Coach/Director of NCAA Life Skills
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Rensselaer, NY
07.2001 - 06.2010
- Promoted player development beyond athletics by emphasizing importance of academics, community involvement, and personal growth.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes, parents, and staff to create a unified and collaborative community.
- Improved overall team ranking by focusing on individual skill development and emphasizing teamwork.
- Recruited talented student-athletes, contributing to a stronger and more competitive team roster.
- Monitored academic progress of student-athletes, providing necessary support to maintain eligibility requirements.
- Led team to multiple playoff appearances and conference championships through dedication to continuous improvement and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Softball Program Record (210-111-3)
- Developed life skills program to develop well-balanced lifestyles for student-athletes; to encourage growth in decision-making, planning and fulfillment of career and life goals; and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the college setting.
Education
Master of Science - Education: School Counseling
The College of St. Rose
Albany 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NYSkills
Student advocacy
Leadership
Collaborative teamwork
Behavioral assessment
Data Analyst
Multicultural competence
Diverse student populations
Multitasking
Self motivation
Special education
Solutions-focused
Attention to detail
Certification
New York State Permanent School Counselor
Affiliations
- American School Counseling Association (ASCA)
- New York State School Counseling Association (NYSSCA)
Proficiencies
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- PowerSchool
- MBA Report Creator
- Infinite Campus
- Adobe Creative Suite
Leadership & Honors
- Hall of Fame Inductee Mohonasen High School
- Earned four-time Coach of the Year Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- Earned three-time Medalist Empire State Games
- Earned two-time Female Scholar Athlete of the Year
- Elected eleven-time Team Captain
- Earned six-time Most Valuable Player
Timeline
School Counselor
Green Tech High Charter School
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Schenectady High School
02.2022 - 06.2022
Teacher Aide; Grades 6-12
Bethlehem Central School District
11.2020 - 02.2022
Teaching Assistant
Guilderland High School
08.2020 - 11.2020
School Counselor Volunteer
Shenendehowa High School
01.2018 - 06.2019
Head Softball Coach/Director of NCAA Life Skills
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
07.2001 - 06.2010
Master of Science - Education: School Counseling
The College of St. Rose
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Long Island University