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Jane Jordan

Saginaw

Summary

At St. Charles Community Schools, I spearheaded initiatives that significantly enhanced student support, integrating key skills such as crisis intervention and empathy development. My leadership in establishing comprehensive counseling programs and partnerships led to notable improvements in student well-being and academic success, showcasing my ability to deliver impactful results through collaboration and expert counseling. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Counselor

St. Charles Community Schools
08.1989 - Current

Created and implemented Child Study Teams, that support MTSS and PBIS initiatives in the district.

Developed an ASD building wide team to support the ASD elementary population.

Worked extensively with leadership and staff regarding discipline.

Created an elementary parent leadership group.

  • Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
  • Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
  • Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
  • Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
  • Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
  • Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
  • Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
  • Assisted in developing school-wide policies around bullying prevention efforts that led to a decrease in reported incidents.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
  • Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations and businesses to provide an array of resources to benefit the school community.
  • Organized and developed several community and school activities to enhance student learning and engage students.
  • Organized and developed several community and school activities to enhance student learning and engage students.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
  • Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
  • Improved parental involvement by organizing informative workshops and maintaining open lines of communication between home and school environments.
  • Supported transitioning incoming kindergarten students through the creation of an orientation program designed to ease anxiety about starting elementary school.
  • Used educational assessment strategies such as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Student Study Teams (SST) to assist teachers with educational placement of students.
  • Established a successful peer mentoring program to foster positive connections among students across grade levels.
  • Administered functional behavioral assessments and developed behavior intervention plans to target maladaptive behaviors.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.

Middle/High School Guidance Counselor

St. Charles Community Schools
09.2020 - 09.2024
  • Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
  • Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
  • Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
  • 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.
  • Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.
  • Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
  • Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
  • Offered extra assistance to students of impoverished backgrounds by providing clothes for job interviews and support for basic needs.
  • Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
  • Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies to coordinate services that support the overall well-being of students.
  • Collaborated with school staff to develop effective intervention plans for struggling students, promoting academic improvement and personal growth.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed, addressing mental health concerns in a timely fashion with appropriate referrals.
  • Coordinated standardized testing procedures, ensuring accuracy in administration and reporting of results.
  • Implemented successful scholarship search strategies, resulting in increased financial aid opportunities for students.
  • Boosted graduation rates by identifying at-risk students early on and providing targeted interventions.
  • Reduced student stress levels by implementing effective time management strategies and organizational skills.
  • Organized informative college visits and guest speakers to expose students to various post-secondary education options.
  • Cultivated a positive school climate by promoting student engagement in clubs, sports, and other extra-curricular activities.
  • Connected families with community resources to address barriers affecting the student''s educational success or wellbeing.
  • Improved communication between parents, students, and teachers by organizing regular meetings to discuss academic progress and goals.
  • Evaluated student transcripts regularly to ensure proper course placement and timely graduation requirements fulfillment.
  • Enhanced student college application success by providing tailored guidance and support throughout the process.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
  • Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.

Education

No Degree - Educational Leadership Management

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI
05.1989

Skills

  • Self-Esteem Building
  • Classroom Management
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • Social Skills Training
  • Special Education Support
  • Empathy Development
  • Bullying Prevention
  • Academic advising
  • Grief counseling
  • Anger Management
  • Special Education
  • Referral Coordination
  • Standardized Testing
  • Academic Support
  • Self-Help Education
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Conflict Management
  • Relationship Development
  • Student Support
  • Staff Supervision
  • Records Maintenance
  • Policy and procedure improvements
  • Career advising
  • Individual and family support
  • Student Registration
  • School Programs Development
  • Needs Determination
  • Professional referral network
  • Transcript Review
  • Abuse Identification
  • Group therapy facilitator
  • Interview Skills Instruction
  • Truancy Counseling
  • Alcohol and Drug Prevention Programs

Accomplishments

    2024 Horace Mann Excellence in Education Award -

    identified by educational peers as a a person who through example and extraordinary efforts has improved the quality of education at St. Charles Community Schools.


    Identified by administration for Leadership Team since their inception. (2010)


    Created and Developed Child Study Teams (2010) still in existence in 2024.


    Created and Developed (2009) ASD/START trained teams still in existence in 2024.


    Created a Parent Group. (2000)


Certification

CPI Trained

ASD Start Trained

Leader in Me Certified

ASSIST Team Training


Timeline

Middle/High School Guidance Counselor

St. Charles Community Schools
09.2020 - 09.2024

Elementary School Counselor

St. Charles Community Schools
08.1989 - Current

No Degree - Educational Leadership Management

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Ferris State University
Jane Jordan