Jennifer Marmol
Queens
Summary
Strategic professional with a proven track record in leading programs and managing complex projects. Expertise in identifying improvement opportunities and implementing effective processes. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders to achieve organizational goals. Ready to leverage leadership and operational skills in a role with greater responsibility and growth potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
College and Career Counselor
Family Life Academy Charter School
Bronx
09.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive College & Career Readiness curriculum for 89 juniors, delivering instruction on college admissions, career exploration, financial aid, scholarships, resume development, and postsecondary planning.
- Managed the college application process for a caseload of 80 seniors, partnering with students and families to achieve a 100% college application completion rate for the school's inaugural graduating class.
- Increased student access to highly selective college access and scholarship programs, resulting in multiple students earning recognition through QuestBridge Match, College Prep Scholars, and Thrive Scholars programs.
- Collaborated with school leadership to develop the annual master schedule, implement academic intervention strategies, monitor student progress, and support schoolwide initiatives aimed at improving student achievement and graduation outcomes.
- Planned and executed large-scale college and career programming, including overnight college tours, employer site visits, family workshops, and parent engagement events, while serving on the School Culture Team and helping establish systems and traditions for the school's first graduating class.
College Counseling Department Chair
American Dream Charter School
Queens
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Directed college counseling department, achieving 100% college acceptance for 12th-grade students.
- Supported admissions to prestigious programs including Posse, QuestBridge, NYU, Cornell, and Barnard.
- Facilitated comprehensive assistance with applications, essays, recommendation letters, and financial aid forms.
- Planned and executed college exposure events to connect students with post-secondary opportunities.
- Advocated for low-income, first-generation students to ensure equitable resource access.
- Organized visits from college representatives and facilitated access to specialized programs and scholarships.
- Mentored junior counselors while collaborating with faculty on college readiness initiatives.
- Developed strategies aligning college counseling efforts with school-wide educational goals.
College Access Director
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House
Queens
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Pioneered comprehensive college access program, defining mission, vision, and objectives for equitable pathways.
- Designed and deployed structured curriculum with workshops, mentoring, and resources for student preparedness.
- Spearheaded resource mobilization, securing over $100,000 in grants and donations for program sustainability.
School Counselor
Diocese Of Brooklyn & Catholic Foreign Mission
Brooklyn
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided short-term individual/group counseling for high-risk students regarding academic readiness, discipline-related guidance issues, social and emotional development, substance abuse, conflict mediation, and graduation.
- Planned, organized, and facilitated monthly orientation workshops and events for stakeholders, parents and students.
- Maintained student records and developed individual education and behavior plans to promote student success.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Education Specialist
B'Above Worldwide Institute
New York
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered training on curriculum documentation and instructional techniques to staff and instructors.
- Selected and implemented program curricula while collaborating with instructors to align teaching strategies.
- Attended seminars, workshops, and conventions to stay updated on educational research and standards.
- Developed lesson plans that enhanced student engagement by tailoring coursework to individual needs.
School Counselor
Information Technology High School
Queens
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with education professionals to provide in-school counseling support for identified students.
- Participated in team meetings and professional development sessions to strengthen counseling skills.
- Supported teachers and students during individual education plan (IEP) development.
- Maintained student records and created individualized education and behavior plans to enhance student success.
Career Services Assistant
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Instructed individuals on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview techniques, improving their confidence and preparedness.
- Planned and promoted career programs, coordinating job fairs and workshops that connected students with potential employers.
- Interviewed clients to gather employment history, education, and career aspirations, identifying barriers.
- Established relationships with businesses and recruiters, enhancing job placement opportunities for students.
Education
Master of Arts - Adolescence Education
New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY08-2022
Master of Science - School Counseling
New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY12-2018
Skills
- Career Counseling
- College Readiness
- Career Development
- Program development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project Management
- Data monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
College and Career Counselor
Family Life Academy Charter School
09.2025 - Current
College Access Director
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House
12.2022 - 12.2023
College Counseling Department Chair
American Dream Charter School
08.2022 - 08.2025
School Counselor
Diocese Of Brooklyn & Catholic Foreign Mission
08.2022 - 06.2023
Education Specialist
B'Above Worldwide Institute
08.2021 - 08.2022
School Counselor
Information Technology High School
01.2021 - 06.2022
Career Services Assistant
Stony Brook University
01.2016 - 12.2018
Master of Arts - Adolescence Education
New York Institute of Technology
Master of Science - School Counseling
New York Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Stony Brook