Heidi Youseph
Spokane Valley,WA
Summary
I am a School Counselor with my Administrative Certification from Gonzaga University, which I completed in June 2019. I hold a Master of Education in Social Agency Counseling and an Educational Staff Associate Certificate in School Counseling from Whitworth University. I have over 25 years experiences as a counselor in the Spokane area. I believe in creating equitable opportunities for students to strengthen their Social Emotional Learning so they may grow as individuals and pursue their future dreams. I also am passionate about assisting counselors in building school counseling programs that serve all students and families.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
College and Career Counselor
Freeman School District
08.2020 - Current
- Implementation of SchoolData Solutions as the digital platform for the High School and Beyond Plan at Freeman Middle School and Freeman High School.
- Organized and implemented the North Palouse Industry Fair.
- Collaborated with district student support team to provide individualized college and career services to support the social emotional work being done in the district.
- Act as District Assessment Coordinator.
- Focus on providing equitable opportunities for all student and families to receive College & Career information.
- Enhanced connections with industry partners in our community to provide students with opportunities to explore their career interests.
School Counselor
East Valley High School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Partnered with 2nd Harvest Food bank to bring food support programs into East Valley School District.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Acted as Key Club Advisor.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS COUNSELOR
East Valley School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted in creating the Advisory program at East Valley High School.
- Implemented a digital format for the High School and Beyond Plan for grades 6 - 12 within Career Cruising.
- Active member of building PBIS team.
- Connected with the area workforce for enhancing education and job related skills
- Collaborated with neighboring College and Career counselors to increase services for students
- Strengthened communicated with stakeholders regarding post-secondary options
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR- School Counseling Program
Whitworth University - Master Of Education
01.2018 - Current
- Supported instruction in the Counseling Process and Developmental Theories Across the Life Span classes.
- Teach Ethical Considerations in School Counseling.
- Support future school counselors coming into this career.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
East Valley Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Educated 8th grade students about career awareness, high school options, and scholarships.
- Partnered with school administrators, teachers and parents or guardians to provide students with appropriate and adequate counseling support in school.
- Implemented prevention-oriented support groups for students.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Trentwood Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Taught 15 monthly classroom lessons centered on Partners Advancing Character Education character traits.
- Facilitated social emotional support groups for students of all ages.
- Recorded Positive Behavior Interventions and Support data and developed programming based on the data.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Otis Orchards Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Instructed weekly social skills lessons in classrooms.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments which determine academic and mental health needs.
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
East Valley High School
08.2007 - 06.2013
- Acted as Running Start Coordinator for 5 years.
- Acted as Department Head for 2 years.
- Assisted students with career and future-education planning.
- Active member of the National College Fair committee.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
Education
Administrative Certificate - undefined
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA2019
Educational Staff Associate Certificate - School Counseling
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA1998
Masters of Education - Social Agency Counseling
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA1995
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA1992
Skills
- DATA DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
- CULTURAL RESPONSIVENESS
- ETHICAL AND LEGAL STANDARDS
- PBIS/RESTORATIVE PRACTICE
- ASCA SCHOOL COUNSELING MODEL
Timeline
College and Career Counselor
Freeman School District
08.2020 - Current
School Counselor
East Valley High School
08.2019 - 06.2020
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR- School Counseling Program
Whitworth University - Master Of Education
01.2018 - Current
COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS COUNSELOR
East Valley School District
08.2016 - 06.2019
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
East Valley Middle School
08.2015 - 06.2016
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Trentwood Elementary
08.2014 - 06.2015
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Otis Orchards Elementary
08.2013 - 06.2014
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
East Valley High School
08.2007 - 06.2013
Administrative Certificate - undefined
Gonzaga University
Educational Staff Associate Certificate - School Counseling
Whitworth University
Masters of Education - Social Agency Counseling
Whitworth University
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Eastern Washington University