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Jacquelyn McDonnell

Stow,OH

Summary

...Experienced with individual, group and classroom guidance counseling to address students' academic, social, and emotional needs.

...Possesses a strong understanding of confidentiality and ethical standards in educational settings.

...Displays professionalism with an extensive background in student guidance and mental health support.

...Demonstrates strong skills in crisis intervention, personal/social/academic issues, and emotional well-being strategies.

...Excels in team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving impactful results.

...Recognized for empathy, active listening, student-centered approach, and fostering a positive school environment.

Overview

35
years of professional experience

Work History

Norton City Schools

Elementary/Middle School Counselor
08.2006 - Current

Job overview

  • Meet with students and parents for assistance with academic/social/career concerns
  • Mediate peer conflicts
  • Run small group counseling groups
  • Create/present classroom guidance lessons
  • Proficient in DASL and Progress Book
  • Network through local, state and national counseling organizations
  • Adhere to the American School Counselor Association standards and ethics
  • Conduct safety assessments and suicide ideation assessments
  • Implement building wide Character Education program
  • Coordinate with area schools, churches and businesses
  • Serve on building PBIS, RTI and BLT committees
  • Coordinate with Red Oak Counselor/School Psychologist
  • Serve as Building Test Coordinator for the state tests
  • Assist with the creation the master schedule
  • Schedule new students/handle schedule changes
  • Run grade verifications and report cards
  • Generate and disseminate sports eligibility lists, Honor Roll, and Merit Roll
  • Co-coordinate Reality Day experience and Individual Career Plans

  • Other duties as assigned by Administration

Akron Public Schools

Teacher
01.2000 - 01.2006

Job overview

  • Riedinger Middle School - 7th grade SS and math intervention
  • Goodyear Middle School - 6th grade math, 8th grade Language Arts
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

Program Coordinator
01.1995 - 01.2000

Job overview

  • Created and supervised a Youth Advisory Council
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Worked with state and national organizations

Conneaut Area City Schools

Teacher
01.1990 - 01.1995

Job overview

  • Taught Title I Reading grades 1-6, fourth grade, fifth grade, and middle school Language Arts

Education

State of Ohio

Professional Pupil Services License
06-2023

University Overview

State of Ohio

Professional Elementary 1-8 License
06-2023

University Overview

State of Ohio

School Counselor License
05-2003

University Overview

University of Akron
Akron, Ohio

Master of Science in Education
05-2001

University Overview

Kent State

Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education 1-8
01.1989

University Overview

Conneaut High School
Conneaut, OH

High School Diploma
01.1985

University Overview

Skills

  • Parent/Teacher/Administration collaboration
  • Mental health support for students and staff
  • Student advocacy
  • Crisis management
  • Self-esteem building/Bullying prevention

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • American School Counseling Association 2006-present
  • Ohio School Counseling Association 2006-present
  • Summit County Counselors Association—President 2010-2011

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:

Tuscarawas County licensed foster/adoptive parent 2020-present

STVM Band Camp chair 2017-present

“Be the Change” Kindness Club advisor – Norton Middle School 2015-present

Chess Club advisor - Norton Middle School 2020-2023

Scouting Leadership: Den Leader, Cubmaster, Training Chair, District Membership Chair, Troop Committee member 2008-2022

High School Marching Band assistant – Conneaut High School 1986-2000

Northcoast Model United Nations Conference staff - KSU Ashtabula 1987-2003

Model UN high school advisor – Conneaut High School 1991-94

Key Club advisor – Conneaut High School 1992-94

Student Council advisor – Riedinger Middle School 2001-04

Building Leadership Team chair – Riedinger Middle School 2002-04

Peer Mediation advisor – Riedinger Middle School 2003

Coaching: HS JV softball, MS basketball and track, CYO basketball and baseball


Timeline

Elementary/Middle School Counselor
Norton City Schools
08.2006 - Current
Teacher
Akron Public Schools
01.2000 - 01.2006
Program Coordinator
Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
01.1995 - 01.2000
Teacher
Conneaut Area City Schools
01.1990 - 01.1995
Kent State
Bachelor of Science from Elementary Education 1-8
State of Ohio
Professional Pupil Services License
State of Ohio
Professional Elementary 1-8 License
State of Ohio
School Counselor License
University of Akron
Master of Science in Education
Conneaut High School
High School Diploma
Jacquelyn McDonnell