Evelyn "Ellie" Van Anda
Orlando,FL
Summary
Accomplished school counselor specializing in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and personalized support planning. Proven track record in enhancing student development and success through effective communication and group facilitation. Delivers impactful counseling services that improve resilience and academic performance. Interested in placements involving children, families, veterans, and elders, particularly those with dementia.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Orlando Catholic Diocese
01.2026 - Current
- Delivered classroom guidance for 6th-8th grade aligned with ASCA Mindset and Behavior standards to foster student development.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop tailored guidance and support strategies for student success.
- Provided small group and individual social emotional support to enhance student resilience and coping skills.
Teacher’s Assistant
Lake Highland Preparatory School
01.2022 - 01.2026
- 3rd Grade Assistant
- Responsive Classroom training
- Providing ERB/CPT testing for students receiving separate location accommodations
School Counselor
Orlando Catholic Diocese
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Providing small group instruction in Social Thinking by Michelle Garcia Winner
- Providing classroom guidance lessons for Pre-K through 8th grade
- Providing conflict resolution and discipline diversion services for students
- Identifying teacher/parent breakdowns in communication and assisting with bridging positive relationships.
- Providing teacher and administrative consultation services regarding student needs
- Participating in student studies to determine the appropriate level of intervention and service
- Crisis and support referrals provided as needed
School Counselor
Lake County Public Schools
01.2011 - 01.2015
- 12th grade counselor for two years, 9th grade counselor for one year and 10th grade counselor for one year
- Managing all 504 and ELL plans for students identified in this population
- Increasing the graduation rate the two years spent as 12th-grade counselor
- Organizing financial aid nights for parents of Juniors entering the college admissions process
- Working hand in hand with families as they navigated through admissions to Universities such as the Naval Academy, Duke, UF, and FSU
- Utilizing the multi-tiered system of service for interventions to assist students in need of support
Educational Liaison
Kids Central Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with team members to develop the Educational Liaison program at Kid's Central Inc.
- Advocated for academic needs of students during IEP and RtI meetings
- Supported academic achievement for students in foster care and fostering families
- Delivered academic updates to the court during hearings
Summary of Child Welfare Experience
01.2000 - 01.2011
- Providing direct services to children and their families using area organizations and resources
- Training and licensure of prospective foster families.
- Providing detailed home assessments for families, communicating strengths and needs to assist them through the licensing process
- Providing first-hand coaching and direction for beginning Family Care Coordinators.
- Completing home visitations with children; assessing child safety and needs then arranging appropriate services for the children and their families.
- Overseeing seven case managers and their caseloads with a minimum of forty-five children.
- Working one on one basis extensively with families and their children, linking them to area resources and supports, and assessing child safety.
- Assisting in the development and implementation of Family Team Conferences for the Neighborhood Partnership Program. Chosen by the agency to be certified in the process and to run the conferences for identified families.
Graduate Student Intern- Middle School level
Orange County Public Schools
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Provide individual Counseling services
- Connecting students with College Reach Out programs
- Recruiting and monitoring of students in credit recovery/grade forgiveness program
- Assist with the coordination of services on the first day of school
- Knowledge and use of the SMS and CICS programs for scheduling
Graduate Student Intern- High School level
Orange County Public Schools
01.2008 - 05.2008
- Delivered individual counseling services to support student well-being and academic success
- Facilitated group counseling for Freshmen facing academic challenges to enhance their performance
- Supported Seniors in creating actionable plans to ensure graduation readiness
- Complete registration for the up-coming year using Win School and CICS
Graduate Student Intern- Elementary School level
Seminole County Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Provide brief Individual counseling services
- Supervise a team of college students to coordinate Red Ribbon Week
- Provide group counseling; particularly in academic success
- Complete classroom guidance sessions with ESE population
Education
Masters in Mental Health Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling track
Stetson University
06-2026
M.S. - School Counseling
Stetson University
B.A. - Psychology
Stetson University
Skills
- Counseling techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution
- Student engagement
- Group facilitation
- Developmental support
- Family support
Child Welfare Experience
2000-2011, Providing direct services to children and their families using area organizations and resources. Training and licensure of prospective foster families. Providing detailed home assessments for families, communicating strengths and needs to assist them through the licensing process. Providing first-hand coaching and direction for beginning Family Care Coordinators. Completing home visitations with children; assessing child safety and needs then arranging appropriate services for the children and their families. Overseeing seven case managers and their caseloads with a minimum of forty-five children. Working one on one basis extensively with families and their children, linking them to area resources and supports, and assessing child safety. Assisting in the development and implementation of Family Team Conferences for the Neighborhood Partnership Program. Chosen by the agency to be certified in the process and to run the conferences for identified families.
Professional Development
Social Thinking by Michelle Garcia Winner, Positive Behavior Change and Positive Behavior Supports, Response to Intervention and intervention training, Compassion Interviewing and Individualized Courses of Action for Family Team Conferencing, Responsive Classroom, Conscious Discipline, CPR, Mental Health First Aid,
Timeline
School Counselor
Orlando Catholic Diocese
01.2026 - Current
Teacher’s Assistant
Lake Highland Preparatory School
01.2022 - 01.2026
School Counselor
Orlando Catholic Diocese
01.2015 - 01.2022
School Counselor
Lake County Public Schools
01.2011 - 01.2015
Educational Liaison
Kids Central Inc.
01.2009 - 01.2011
Graduate Student Intern- Middle School level
Orange County Public Schools
01.2008 - 05.2008
Graduate Student Intern- High School level
Orange County Public Schools
01.2008 - 05.2008
Graduate Student Intern- Elementary School level
Seminole County Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
Summary of Child Welfare Experience
01.2000 - 01.2011
Masters in Mental Health Counseling - Clinical Mental Health Counseling track
Stetson University
M.S. - School Counseling
Stetson University
B.A. - Psychology
Stetson University