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Holly Kubovcik

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic education professional with extensive experience at GSLP, excelling in parent-teacher communication and behavior management. Proven ability to foster student development through engaging lesson planning and effective conflict resolution. Committed to creating safe learning environments and enhancing student well-being, while building strong relationships with families and staff in a faith based program.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

GSLP
08.2021 - Current
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development assisting with classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports and attendance logs.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
  • Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.

1's and 2's Preschool Teacher

GSLP
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Initiated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's progress, strengthening family-school connections.

High School Counselor

Enloe High School
08.2002 - 06.2004
  • Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
  • Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
  • Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
  • Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
  • Facilitated workshops for students, covering topics such as stress management, study skills, and time management to improve academic performance.
  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.

Elementary School Counseling Intern

Powell Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2002
  • Utilized data-driven decision-making processes to inform program planning throughout the Internship period.
  • Promoted a positive school climate by collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student needs and resolve conflicts.
  • Led groups for new students, students in divorced or separated families, and students with behavioral difficulties.
  • Taught classroom guidance units on goal setting, peer pressure and violence prevention programs.
  • Assisted with registration and the fifth graders transition to middle school.

Associate Service Consultant

Bank of America
01.1998 - 05.2001
  • Provided guidance for all the companies employees in regards to their benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401K and retirement plans.
  • Assisted with training of new Associate Service Consultants

Juvenile Court Counselor

Juvenile Services Division
11.1997 - 01.1998
  • Filled in as a temporary counselor for someone on long term medical leave
  • Supervised and provided supportive counseling to delinquent juveniles to assure compliance with court ordered dispositions.

Education

Masters of Education - School Counseling

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
08-2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
12-1996

Associate of Arts -

Peace College
Raleigh, NC
05-1994

High School Diploma -

Lincolnton High School
Lincolnton, NC
06-1992

Skills

  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Behavior management
  • Oral communication
  • Lesson planning
  • School policies and procedures
  • Classroom restocking
  • Safety and supervision
  • Parent and caregiver relations
  • Organizational skills
  • Social development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Documentation and reporting

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

GSLP
08.2021 - Current

1's and 2's Preschool Teacher

GSLP
08.2018 - 05.2021

High School Counselor

Enloe High School
08.2002 - 06.2004

Elementary School Counseling Intern

Powell Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2002

Associate Service Consultant

Bank of America
01.1998 - 05.2001

Juvenile Court Counselor

Juvenile Services Division
11.1997 - 01.1998

Masters of Education - School Counseling

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Associate of Arts -

Peace College

High School Diploma -

Lincolnton High School
Holly Kubovcik