Jennifer Hubbard
Fort Meade,FL
Summary
Dynamic School Counselor with established expertise at Polk County Public Schools, skilled in crisis intervention and conducting mental health assessments. Effectively improved student well-being through personalized counseling and partnerships with parents and community organizations, cultivating a nurturing environment that encourages academic and emotional development. Committed to empowering students and families.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Polk County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
- 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.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
- Participated on school based Threat Assessment Team
School Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.1999 - 08.2004
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Served on school committees, contributing valuable insights for curriculum development and policy changes.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
LakelandBachelor of Science - Teacher
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FLSkills
- Individual counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Individual and family support
- Academic support
- Mental health assessments
- Special education support
- Referral coordination
Timeline
School Counselor
Polk County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
School Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
08.1999 - 08.2004
Master of Arts - Counseling
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Teacher
Florida Southern College
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