Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Janice E Rice

Pembroke,ME

Summary

Experienced with student counseling, focusing on academic and emotional development. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with students. Track record of successful implementation of guidance programs that address individual student needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Guidance Counselor

Maine Indian Education - Sipayik Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2025

Provided individual counseling, small group counseling, and classroom guidance lessons. Other duties included McKinney-Vento Liaison, attended IEPs, 504, SAT meetings, provided academic support for students that struggled, planned and implemented specialty weeks, and school wide and community wide school events.

English Teacher/Guidance Counselor

Woodland Jr/Sr HIgh School and Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2022

Taught English Language Arts to grades 10 and 12 for one year, Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning. Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics. Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.

Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.


Guidance Counselor for three years. Created Master Schools, created students' schedules, reviewed transcripts, individual and small group counseling, created and implemented classroom guidance, testing coordinator, planned graduation and other ceremonies.

Title 1 Teacher

Rose M. Gaffney
11.2015 - 06.2017

Established a positive classroom environment, fostering respectful communication among diverse student populations. Developed students'' critical thinking abilities through the use of inquiry-based learning and problem-solving tasks. Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices in education and Title 1 program requirements. Contributed to a positive school culture by taking on leadership roles within various committees and extracurricular activities.

Assistant Principal and Guidance Counselor

Calais Middle High School
06.2014 - 11.2015

Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment. Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively. Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions. Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness. Created Master schedules, created student schedules, individual and small group counselor, worked with juniors and seniors on college plans, applying for scholarships, and completing the FAFSA.

Special Education Teacher

Jonesboro Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014

Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth. Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.

Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.

Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.

Assistance Principal and Guidance Counselor

Piscataquis Community Secondary School
07.2012 - 06.2013

Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents. Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives. Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies. Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers. Helped to create a Master Schedule, managed grant funding, taught classroom guidance lessons, worked with students and families complete college applications and the FAFSA.

Life Skills - Special Education

Calais Middle High School
08.2007 - 06.2012

Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.

Taught individuals with learning or physical difficulties to use technology such as computers, tablets and mobile phones. Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support. Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills. Created a baking business with the students, using a commercial kitchen so the students could learn how to cook as well as work in a restaurant environment. Wrote and implemented lesson plans, IEPs, and 504 plans. Did all classroom observations for grades k - 12. Filled in for the assistant special education direct for six months.

English Teacher

Shead High School
08.2005 - 11.2006

Taught grades 10 and 12. Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning. Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes. Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts. Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

Education

CAGS - Education

St. Joseph's College
Standish, ME
12-2020

Master of Science - School Counseling

Husson University
Bangor, ME
05-2010

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts/Secondary Education Minor

University of Maine, Machias
Machias, ME
05-2005

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Washington County Community College
Calais, ME
05-2000

Skills

  • Safe Talk Certified

  • Ability to learn computer programs quickly and with little guidance

Certification

045 - Assistant Building Administrator grades PK-12. 100 - English/Language Arts grades 7 - 12. 075 - Guidance Counselor grade K - 12. 282 - Teachers of Students with Disabilities K - 12

Timeline

Guidance Counselor

Maine Indian Education - Sipayik Elementary School
08.2022 - 06.2025

English Teacher/Guidance Counselor

Woodland Jr/Sr HIgh School and Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2022

Title 1 Teacher

Rose M. Gaffney
11.2015 - 06.2017

Assistant Principal and Guidance Counselor

Calais Middle High School
06.2014 - 11.2015

Special Education Teacher

Jonesboro Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014

Assistance Principal and Guidance Counselor

Piscataquis Community Secondary School
07.2012 - 06.2013

Life Skills - Special Education

Calais Middle High School
08.2007 - 06.2012

English Teacher

Shead High School
08.2005 - 11.2006

CAGS - Education

St. Joseph's College

Master of Science - School Counseling

Husson University

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Arts/Secondary Education Minor

University of Maine, Machias

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Washington County Community College
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