Kara Verdi
Shaker Heights
Summary
Professional with strong background in counseling and deep commitment to student development. Demonstrates effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills to support student well-being. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving positive outcomes. Ready to contribute to fostering supportive and productive educational environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Director
St. Dominic School and Parish
07.2022 - Current
- Provided an engaging, Montessori style classroom for students
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Implemented creative strategies to help students with diverse learning styles grasp complex concepts more easily.
- Maintained an orderly and inviting classroom environment by implementing consistent routines, procedures, and organization systems for materials.
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Greeted parents and children at arrival and departure times to make families feel welcomed into environment.
School Counselor
North Canton City Schools
09.2013 - 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.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, and administration.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselor Education-School Counseling
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH06-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06-2009
Skills
- Relationship building
- Student advocacy
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Compassionate
- Solutions-focused
- Conflict mediation
Timeline
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Director
St. Dominic School and Parish
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
North Canton City Schools
09.2013 - Current
Master of Arts - Counselor Education-School Counseling
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University
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