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Joseph Patrick Mitchell

Farmington,AR

Summary

Accomplished School Counselor with proven success working with at risk students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students. Focused Special Education Case Manager with 13 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor/Special Education Case Manager

Chicago Public Schools
09.2011 - Current
  • Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
  • Enhanced faculty collaboration through regular consultation on classroom management strategies, behavioral interventions, or other support measures needed for student success.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.

Teacher

Antioch Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Increased student literacy rates to 97% of students meeting & exceeding standardized benchmarks
  • Demonstrated excellence with 35% of matriculating 8th Grade students qualifying for HS English Honors placement (Explore Testing)
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Golden Apple Nominee 2007-2009

Teacher

Dominican University River Forest Illinois
01.2009 - 05.2009
  • Instructed teachers to develop individualized reading strategies for each student, ensuring optimal progress
  • Mentored new teachers and shared pedagogical strategies to improve the delivery of Language Arts practice (EDU 535)

Academic Enrichment

Lakeshore Academy
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Delivered comprehensive instruction on core concepts, utilizing well-crafted lesson plans to maximize student understanding
  • Developed a Socratic Method curriculum enhancing student critical thinking and creative writing
  • Developed innovative lessons and stimulated thought-provoking conversations, contributing to enhanced academic performance

Teacher

Waukegan Public Schools
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Received District Recognition for Excellence in Teaching
  • Promoted excellence during my tenure promoting students from 29th percentile to 60th percentile in standardized testing
  • Tenured Language Arts Instructor

Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
01.1994 - 01.2003
  • Taught all major subject areas across the K-9 curriculum
  • Skilled in managing multicultural classrooms
  • Accomplished in both behavior modification and therapeutic approaches to classroom management.

Respite Worker

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Managed treatment programs for minors and adolescents
  • Served as a liaison to health care administrators, social workers, and foster families
  • Improved client well-being and enhanced family support systems by providing consistent and compassionate care



Education

Master of Arts in Counseling -

Northeastern Illinois University
12.2005

Master's Plus 30 - Education Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University
08.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Loyola University of Chicago
06.1990

Skills

  • Counseling and Therapy
  • Conflict Mediation and Resolution
  • Collaboration and Communication
  • Crisis Intervention Strategies
  • Cultural Competency
  • Student Counseling
  • Social-Emotional Learning
  • Solution-Focused Trauma-Informed Care
  • Group Therapy Facilitator
  • Individual Counseling and Family Support
  • Individualized Education Program Referral and Coordination
  • Special Education Policy and Procedure Improvements

Honors And Additional Experience

  • Recognized for academic excellence in the 11th Edition of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers 2006/2007
  • Contributing Author Culture & Identity: Life stories for Counselors and Therapists Member ACA, NCTE, Phi Kappa Delta
  • Golden Apple Nominee 2004-2005, 2007-2008
  • District recognition for excellence in teaching 2003-2004
  • Golden Apple Storytelling Alumnus 2005
  • Coached gifted students (FPS) to multiple Illinois State placements 1998-2002
  • Curriculum writer for Mayor Hyde’s nationally acclaimed Waukegan Student Connection
  • Member Connect SIP team, Data Manager for Behavioral Intervention team
  • Committee Membership: Curriculum Implementation (Literacy Leadership), Administrative Search Committee, District Advisory, and Professional Development



Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

School Counselor/Special Education Case Manager

Chicago Public Schools
09.2011 - Current

Teacher

Dominican University River Forest Illinois
01.2009 - 05.2009

Teacher

Antioch Public Schools
01.2007 - 01.2011

Teacher

Waukegan Public Schools
01.2003 - 01.2007

Academic Enrichment

Lakeshore Academy
01.1998 - 01.2008

Teacher

Chicago Public Schools
01.1994 - 01.2003

Respite Worker

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
01.1994 - 01.1996

Master of Arts in Counseling -

Northeastern Illinois University

Master's Plus 30 - Education Leadership

Northeastern Illinois University

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Loyola University of Chicago

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