Jennifer Duncan
Lantana,United States
Summary
Seasoned professional school counselor and elementary teacher, with a strong track record at Denton ISD, specializing in trauma-informed practices and problem resolution, enhancing student success through collaboration and adaptability, and driving academic achievement and personal growth. Expertise in fostering supportive environments, emphasizing effective communication, and teamwork.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Denton ISD
Lantana, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions to help students cope with personal and psychological issues.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and address behavioral and academic concerns.
- Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
- Provided individual counseling to students with various academic, social, and emotional issues.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
- Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
Elementary Teacher
Denton Independent School District
Lantana, United States
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Actively listened to clients and demonstrated empathy to help them understand and express their feelings
- Developed culturally competent counseling techniques that addressed the unique needs of clients from diverse backgrounds
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote self-care and healthy lifestyle choices
- Developed and maintained a supportive and therapeutic environment that fostered trust and encouraged open communication
Elementary School Teacher
North Kansas City School District
08.1997 - 05.2003
- As an Elementary School Teacher at North Kansas City School District, I was responsible for creating and delivering engaging lesson plans, managing classroom activities, and assessing student progress
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans
- Managed classroom activities
- Assessed student progress
- Collaborated with colleagues and parents to support student success
Education
Masters - School Counseling
University of Texas at Tyler
05.2025
Bachelor's - Elementary Education, Middle School Emphasis
Missouri State University
05.1997
Skills
- Effective Problem Resolution
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Prioritization and Time Management
- Communication
- Adaptability in High-Pressure Situations
- Skilled at Managing Multiple Tasks
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Active listening
- Creativity
- Detail-Oriented Planning
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Denton ISD
01.2025 - Current
Elementary Teacher
Denton Independent School District
08.2017 - 05.2020
Elementary School Teacher
North Kansas City School District
08.1997 - 05.2003
Masters - School Counseling
University of Texas at Tyler
Bachelor's - Elementary Education, Middle School Emphasis
Missouri State University
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