Faith O. Oyebola
Elmont,NY
Summary
Empathetic Child & Adolescent Counselor with hands-on experience in educational and faith-based settings. Expertise in trauma-informed care, behavior support, and crisis response, fostering safe environments for children ages 5–18. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Child & Adolescent Counseling.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Riverton Street Charter School
St. Albans, NY
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered clear, structured instruction that enhanced subject comprehension and promoted student engagement.
- Applied decisive classroom management strategies that ensured safety, maintained order, and facilitated on-task learning.
- Built rapport with diverse learners, fostering trust and emotional stability that eased transitions.
Summer Cabin Counselor
Fiver Children Foundation
New York, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised campers ages 8–18, enhancing physical safety and emotional well-being while maintaining cohesive cabin routines.
- Addressed behavioral, social, and emotional concerns with empathy and conflict-resolution skills, fostering a positive camp atmosphere.
- Created a supportive environment that built confidence, promoted belonging, and facilitated positive peer interactions.
Student Ambassador, New Student Engagement
Queensborough Community College, CUNY
Bayside, NY
06.2017 - 02.2022
- Facilitated Q&A panels on admissions, campus life, and student resources, enhancing session satisfaction.
- Supported new students during Welcome Week, easing transitions through accurate information and encouragement.
- Boosted student confidence by offering clear guidance and creating a welcoming campus atmosphere.
Education
M.S. - Clinical Mental Health Child & Adolescent Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2028
B.A. - Accounting and Information Systems
Queens College, CUNY
Flushing, NY08-2021
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Youth Support
- Crisis management
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Effective communication
- Child & Adolescent Development
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Lesson Planning
VOLUNTEER
- The Sanctuary of Elmont Church, First Impression, 2023, Present
- The Sanctuary of Elmont Church, Maintenance Ministry 2022 - Present
- Christ Apostolic Church WOSEM, Sunday School Teacher, Brooklyn, 2016, 2020
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Riverton Street Charter School
03.2025 - Current
Summer Cabin Counselor
Fiver Children Foundation
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Ambassador, New Student Engagement
Queensborough Community College, CUNY
06.2017 - 02.2022
M.S. - Clinical Mental Health Child & Adolescent Counseling
Capella University
B.A. - Accounting and Information Systems
Queens College, CUNY