Heather Newman
Londonderry Middle School
Merrimack
2
Languages
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Experienced School Counselor with over 20 years of expertise in student support, academic advising, and behavior management. Skilled in crisis intervention and deep commitment to student development. Demonstrates effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Ready to contribute to fostering supportive and productive educational environment.
Work History
School Counselor
20 Years- Guided students in personal, social, and academic development through individualized counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement student support plans addressing behavioral and emotional challenges.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend appropriate interventions or resources.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to provide updates on student progress and strategies for home support.
- Mentored new counselors in effective counseling techniques and school policies fostering professional growth.
- Led initiatives for mental health awareness, enhancing school-wide understanding of emotional wellness resources available.
- 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.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Grant Program Coordinator
7 Years- Coordinated grant application process, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and deadlines.
- Implemented tracking systems for grant-funded projects, enhancing monitoring of progress and reporting accuracy.
- Assisted in developing grant proposals, tailoring content to align with institutional goals and funder priorities.
- Maintained accurate records of all grant applications, awards, reports, and correspondence in an organized filing system.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Master of Science - Business Administration And Management
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Skills
Individual Counseling
Group Counseling
Academic Advising
Crisis Intervention
Program Development
Student Assessment
Behavior Management
Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Certified School Counselor - NH
- Youth Mental Health First Aid - Youth Mental Health Association
- Grief & Loss Specialist, ASCA
- Trama & Crisis Specialist, ASCA
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Counselor
Londonderry Middle School
08.2006 - CurrentRead More
Grant Program Coordinator
Saint Anselm College
08.1999 - 08.2006Read More
Rivier University
Master of Education from School Counseling
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Central Michigan University
Master of Science from Business Administration And Management
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Messiah University
Bachelor of Arts from Sociology
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