Jill Covington
School counselor
Dexter,MI
Summary
* I bring over 30 years of elementary classroom experience as well as several years of counseling at the early elementary level.
* I am a dynamic and dedicated professional with a proven track record at Dexter Community Schools, specializing in fostering self-esteem and empathy among students.
* I have strong skills in group counseling and parent-teacher collaboration,
* I effectively implemented targeted interventions that enhanced emotional growth and improved classroom dynamics, ensuring a supportive and positive learning environment for all students.
* I am experienced with supporting emotional and social needs of elementary school students to help them thrive. I utilize strong communication and problem-solving skills to address student concerns effectively.
* I have a record of creating nurturing environment through teamwork and program implementation.
* I am adept at creating and executing programs that address diverse student needs, fostering supportive school environment.
* I am valued for collaborative efforts and adaptability to dynamic educational settings, ensuring reliable support and positive outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Counselor
Dexter Community Schools
01.2021 - Current
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic and social-emotional development of all students.
- Led 504 meetings to ensure that students with mental and physical disabilities receive access to an appropriate education.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
- Led professional development workshops for faculty on topics such as mental health awareness and effective communication strategies.
- Used educational assessment strategies such as SAEBRS and MTSS Teams to assist teachers with behavioral and social emotional challenges.
- Served on a team to administer functional behavioral assessments and developed behavior intervention plans to target maladaptive behaviors.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to improve student emotional and social skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust support strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Third Grade Teacher
Dexter Community Schools
09.1992 - 12.2020
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and best practices, enhancing overall teaching effectiveness.
- Assessed student understanding daily using various formative assessment techniques, adjusting instruction accordingly for optimal results.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for formative and summative assessments.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies and maintaining consistent expectations as well as caring relationships.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in a more cohesive instructional approach across grade level teams.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Integrated social-emotional learning strategies into daily lessons throughout Covid and beyond, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence among students.
Education
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI05-1999
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Self-esteem building
- Interpersonal skills
- Social skills training
- Group counseling
- Empathy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Relationship development
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor
Dexter Community Schools
01.2021 - Current
Third Grade Teacher
Dexter Community Schools
09.1992 - 12.2020
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
Eastern Michigan University
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