Erin Grenwelge
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced professional school counselor skilled in individual counseling and group counseling. Known for developing comprehensive guidance programs that promote social-emotional growth and enhance academic success among diverse student populations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Northside ISD
San Antonio, TX
10.2020 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling to support student emotional and academic development.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student needs and foster a positive learning environment.
- Implemented school-wide programs promoting social-emotional learning and conflict resolution skills.
- Assisted in the development of personalized academic plans aligning with student goals and interests.
- Maintained accurate records of counseling sessions and interventions to track student progress effectively.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources for families in need.
- Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
- Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Classroom Teacher
Northside ISD
San Antonio, TX
08.2005 - 10.2020
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student learning and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods, adjusting instruction as needed.
- Integrated technology tools to support differentiated instruction and improve student engagement.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional adjustments and drive academic improvement initiatives.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Conducted small group interventions for struggling learners, providing targeted support that led to increased academic achievement.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
Education
Masters of Education in School Counseling - School Counseling
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood-4th Grade
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2005
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural competence
- Self-care strategies
- Individual counseling
- Empathy development
- Student advocacy
- Special education support
- Bullying prevention
- Substance abuse prevention
- College preparation
- Social-emotional learning
- Solutions-focused
- Compassionate
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Group counseling
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Referral coordination
- Career awareness
- Diverse student populations
- Classroom guidance
- School counseling
Certification
School Counselor Grades EC-12
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Northside ISD
10.2020 - Current
Classroom Teacher
Northside ISD
08.2005 - 10.2020
Masters of Education in School Counseling - School Counseling
The University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood-4th Grade
The University of Texas At San Antonio
CREST Award 2023 and 2024
While working at John Glenn Elementary in Northside ISD, we were awarded the CREST Award for providing a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate school counseling program that was accessible to all students who were enrolled in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade.