Jennifer Dixon
Greenville,SC
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Elementary School Counselor with 20+ years of expertise in social-emotional learning, anxiety and stress management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and career development facilitation. Skilled in individual and group counseling, SEL instruction, 504 coordination, mentoring new counselors, and leading school-wide programs. Dedicated to fostering positive school climates and collaborating with families, teachers, and administrators to support students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Counselor, 504 Coordinator, OnTrack Facilitator, Mentor & Podcast Producer
Summit Drive Elementary School
08.2011 - Current
- Serve as 504 Coordinator, managing plans for students with disabilities and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Act as OnTrack Facilitator, leading meetings with instructional leaders to design interventions that meet student needs.
- Serve as McKinney-Vento contact, supporting students and families experiencing homelessness.
- Provide individual and group counseling, incorporating anxiety and stress management strategies.
- Design and deliver SEL classroom lessons, tailored to school needs: empathy, self-regulation, bullying prevention, and decision-making.
- Conduct small group sessions on peer relationships, conflict resolution, coping strategies, and social-emotional growth.
- Mentor new counselors, guiding their professional development and integration into district practices.
- Host and guide interns and practicum students, providing hands-on school counseling experience.
- Produced “Eagle Chat: Conversations From the Nest” podcast, engaging parents and the community.
- Hosted parent book clubs, offering education and parenting support.
- Developed and coordinated “Backpack Blessing” and “Project Holiday Child” programs, supporting families in need.
- Served on the GCSD Crisis Team, providing district-level support for school-related crises.
- Collaborate with staff, administrators, and families to develop student support plans and behavior interventions.
- Analyze student data to evaluate counseling programs, reducing office referrals and improving attendance.
- Lead school-wide initiatives promoting positive climate, mental health awareness, and student recognition.
Elementary School Counselor
Angel Oak Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2003
- Provided individual and group counseling to support K–5 students’ emotional, social, and academic growth.
- Developed and implemented classroom guidance lessons promoting empathy, respect, and responsible decision-making.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to create student support and behavior intervention plans.
- Organized parent workshops and family outreach initiatives to strengthen home–school partnerships.
- Supported crisis intervention and conflict resolution through restorative and trauma-informed approaches.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12.1995
Skills
- Individual & Group Counseling
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Anxiety & Stress Management
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Career Development & Academic Planning
- 504 Coordination & Student Support Plans
- Conflict Resolution & Restorative Practices
- Crisis Response & District-Level Support
- Data-Driven Program Planning
- Community & Parent Engagement
Certification
- Licensed School Counselor, South Carolina, Grades K–5
- ASCA Certificate: Specialist in Anxiety and Stress Management
- ASCA Certificate: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Specialist
- National Career Development Facilitator (NCDF) Training Completed
- ASCA Member (Active)
Professional Development
- Trauma-Informed Practices in Schools
- Restorative Circles and Conflict Mediation Training
- Attendance and Behavior Intervention Strategies
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor, 504 Coordinator, OnTrack Facilitator, Mentor & Podcast Producer
Summit Drive Elementary School
08.2011 - Current
Elementary School Counselor
Angel Oak Elementary School
08.1999 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
West Virginia University
Master of Education - School Counseling
West Virginia University