Jennifer Allen

• Assisted students in identifying academic and personal goals.
• Supported counseling team with administrative tasks and documentation.
• Facilitated small group sessions addressing conflict resolution and emotional regulation skills.
• Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student development and well-being initiatives.
• Organized workshops on topics such as bullying prevention, stress management, and self-esteem building.
• Monitored student progress and adjusted strategies to ensure effective support throughout the school year.
• Led training sessions for staff on mental health awareness and crisis intervention techniques.
• Advocated for students' needs within multidisciplinary teams to enhance educational outcomes and resources available.
• 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.
• Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
• Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
• 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.
• Led efforts in creating a student recognition program that celebrated academic achievements and positive behavior within the school community.
• Fostered positive school environment, leading initiatives to promote inclusivity and respect.
• Developed resources for student self-advocacy and mental health awareness.
• Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans for students facing academic and social challenges.

Retired from Alabama Public Schools with 25 years experience.

• Collaborated with teachers to address student behavioral concerns effectively.
• Established a safe environment for open discussions about personal issues.
• Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
• Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
• Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
• Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
• Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
• Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
• Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.

• Facilitated individual counseling sessions to support students' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Developed and implemented school-wide programs addressing mental health awareness and student well-being.
• Collaborated with teachers and parents to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
• Conducted workshops on conflict resolution, resilience, and study skills for middle school students.
• Led professional development sessions for faculty on best practices in student guidance and support services.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress, identify areas of improvement, and strategize interventions.
• Assisted in the transition process for incoming and outgoing students by providing orientation sessions or collaborating with feeder schools on information sharing.
• Managed crisis situations with sensitivity and professionalism, ensuring the safety of all involved parties while providing necessary support.