Jennifer Franco
Ocala,FL
Summary
Dynamic High School Counselor with a proven track record at Dunnellon High School, specializing in academic advising and crisis intervention. Committed to empowering students through tailored counseling and effective support strategies, enhancing their emotional well-being and academic success.
Education professional with proven track record in student counseling and support. Known for fostering student growth and providing guidance in personal and academic matters. Reliable team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and focuses on achieving results. Possesses strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Counselor
Dunnellon High School
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted students in academic planning and course selection.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to address student needs.
- Guided students through college readiness and career exploration. evaluating career interests and potential schools through Xello.
- Increased 2025 graduation rate to 90%
- Collaborated with teachers to develop student support strategies.
- Maintained accurate student records and documentation systems.
- Participated in professional development to enhance counseling skills.
- Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Provided support in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
- Facilitating the implementation of school wide Habitudes and Teen Safety programs, providing education, prevention, and intervention activities.
- Member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and School-Based Threat Management Team
Content Area Specialist/ Testing Coordinator
Dunnellon High School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Support Principal/Assistant Principal in the administration of all assessments, including but not limited to, State and District assessments, PSAT, SAT, and CLT.
- Ensures that all school and state testing protocols are followed school-wide, providing all necessary training.
- Coordinate State and District-mandated testing with related school staff.
- Facilitate the administration of testing. Receive, inspect, count, number and distribute testing materials; package tests and manuals and prepare directives for staff for each test administration and distribute to appropriate administrators according to established schedules.
- Maintain the security of testing materials, related data, and confidential student information.
- Member of the Administrative Team providing support in all areas when needed.
High School Counselor
Trinity Catholic High School
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Develop student’s schedules, evaluate transcripts and grades to ensure promotion and graduation requirements, college admission, scholarship opportunities, and Bright Future requirements.
- Advise students on course selections, evaluate transcripts and grades to ensure promotion and Dual Enrollment Coordinator for: Barry University, College of Central Florida, Embry-Riddle University (Aeronautical Program), and Saint Leo University.
- Testing Coordinator for PSAT, PreACT Secure Online, ACT and PERT tests.
- Conduct group or individual counseling sessions to assist students with emotional needs and educational/career plans.
- Evaluate the progress of students and reinforce the sense of accomplishment and identify areas that need improvement.
- Maintain and develop weekly/monthly newsletters.
- Conduct grade level parent night sessions and open houses; organize annual on campus College Fair.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL06-2011
Skills
- College application support
- Mental health awareness
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Parent communication
- Crisis intervention
- Individual counseling
- Academic advising
- Student testing
- At risk student support
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
High School Counselor
Dunnellon High School
07.2024 - Current
Content Area Specialist/ Testing Coordinator
Dunnellon High School
08.2023 - 06.2024
High School Counselor
Trinity Catholic High School
07.2019 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Leo University