Kandi Martin

School Counselor

Foxcroft Academy

06.2011 - Current

Effective and direct management of the academic, personal and social needs of approximately 220 students on topics such as but not limited to: self advocacy, intervention strategies, self harm, suicidal ideation, homelessness, academic failure, truancy, teen pregnancy, organizational skills, domestic violence/teen violence, substance use and abuse, relationships, decision making and the entire college process from applications to financing
504 Coordinator and active IEP team member
Liaison between school/home, school/residential treatment, school/hospitalization and student/college or eventual employer
Highly skilled in collaborating and supervising people and events all while demonstrating excellent communication skills with over 60 colleagues, 400 students, hundreds of colleges and agencies
I spear head multiple large scale projects with great success including: FA's Post Graduate College Fair, Empower: Mental Health Awareness Day at FA, which involves the scheduling of 400+ students in 5 workshops each, Step up Day events and multiple other events
Prioritizing, categorizing, leading and delegating are some of my greatest strengths
Collaborate with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
Develop a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
Provide crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Implement data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
Partner with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Coordinate efforts with community organizations and agencies to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
Develop and implement individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
Maintain a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
Develop and conduct workshops to educate students and parents on relevant topics in field.
Empower parents/guardians involvement in their children's education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
Regularly meet with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Contribute to development of effective school policies that address issues such as attendance, discipline, and substance abuse prevention.
Reduce disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encourage open communication between all parties involved.
Support students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
Facilitate parent engagement through regular communication and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
Increase awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college and career readiness workshops and events.
Improve graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students.
Assist students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
Create an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
Improve student attendance rates by identifying and addressing underlying issues through targeted counseling interventions.
Streamline referral processes to external mental health services, ensuring timely support for students in need.
Support students through crisis intervention services, providing immediate assistance and long-term recovery plans.
Coordinate with community organizations to enhance support services and resources available to students.
Strengthen student leadership skills by advising student-led initiatives and clubs.
Conduct regular evaluations of counseling programs to ensure effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed.
Develop and lead workshops on college readiness, significantly increasing college application rates.
Facilitate smooth transitions for new students by developing orientation programs and ideas and ongoing support mechanisms.
Enhance student academic performance with personalized counseling sessions.
Develop and maintain comprehensive student records, ensuring confidentiality and accurate tracking of student progress and interventions.

School Counselor

John Bapst High School

09.2009 - 06.2011

Academic, personal and career counselor to approximately 150 students
Member of Restorative Justice Team - Creative and Practical Problem Solver who was engaged with 3 other team members charged with the task of finding effective and creative ways to address student discipline
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.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.

School Counselor

Foxcroft Academy

09.1999 - 06.2004

During my internship experience, I gained a full time School Counselor position
I was responsible for all aspects of student mental, social and emotional health as well as all business related to academics for students grades 9-12
My caseload consisted of approximately 200 students
While in this role, I initiated several large scale projects for the high school that involved an incredible amount of organization and structure
Confidentiality, patience, empathy and customer service were imperative aspects of this position

Graduate Assistant

University of Maine

06.1998 - 09.1999

At the end of my undergraduate degree I secured a Graduate Assistant position within the Office of Student Financial Aid
During my 20 hour work week, while working on my MEd, I met with students and families on a daily basis to review financial aid appeals and work through all things financial aid
I encountered highly emotional and challenging topics with families and I was responsible for deciding whether or not students could receive more financial aid, ultimately resulting in whether or not the student could attend UMaine

Summary

Overview

Work History

School Counselor

School Counselor

School Counselor

Graduate Assistant

Education

BS - Human Development

MEd. - Counselor Education

Skills

Affiliations and Professional Involvement

Timeline

School Counselor

School Counselor

School Counselor

Graduate Assistant

MEd. - Counselor Education

BS - Human Development

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