Dedicated school counselor with 14 years of experience in education, focused on nurturing students' social-emotional skills and academic performance. Excellent collaborator with a history of establishing proactive counseling programs, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Marblehead Public Schools
Marblehead, MA
08.2015 - Current
Developed relationships with students from 4th to 6th grade.
Maintained consistent contact with parents in regard to their child's academic status, behavior and social emotional well-being.
Coordinated team meetings to collaborate with all parties regarding students' success academically, socially, and emotionally.
Worked closely with teachers and administrators to identify students in need of counseling.
Facilitated group counseling sessions to address social and emotional issues.
Helped develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students.
Co-facilitated a Peer Leader Program for 6th graders each year.
Taught a guidance curriculum to increase student understanding of mental health topics.
School Counselor
Sunapee Schools
Sunapee , NH
08.2012 - 06.2014
Developed relationships with students to build trust and rapport.
Coordinated with other professionals to provide comprehensive services to students.
Facilitated group counseling sessions to address social and emotional issues.
504 Coordinator for the Middle School.
Provided individual counseling to students to help them identify and manage emotions.
Worked closely with teachers and administrators to identify students in need of counseling.
Collaborated with other mental health professionals to develop best practices.
Co-facilitated a 7th grade outward bound trip in the White Mountains.
On-going parent communication as needed.
Shop Owner
Self Employed Web
New London, NH
07.2008 - 05.2010
Opened the first consignment shop for children's clothing in our town.
Responsible for customer service, including resolving customer complaints, inquiries, and feedback.
Developed and maintained relationships with key customers to ensure repeat business.
Effectively managed the daily operations of the shop, including hiring, training, and scheduling of staff.
Developed and implemented pricing strategies to maximize profits.
Created a visually appealing store environment and shopping experience.
School Counselor
Newfound Public Schools
Bristol, NH
08.2005 - 06.2007
Developed relationships with students to build trust and rapport.
Created and implemented a school-wide, 'I'm going to college' week.
Assessed student needs, and developed strategies to meet those needs.
Facilitated group counseling sessions to address social and emotional issues.
Provided individual counseling to students to help them identify and manage emotions.
Communicated with parents as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Keene State College
Keene, NH
05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH
05-1999
Skills
Ability to work independently or collaborate with a team
Professional and confidential
Self-motivated
Strong interpersonal skills
Emapathetic and caring
Affiliations
Board of Directors, Lynch Van Otterloo YMCA - June 2023 - Present
Member of the Marblehead All-Sports Boosters - September 2022 – Present
Co-Chair, All-Sports Boosters Scholarship Drive - October 2023 - Present
Coach, MHD Youth Girls Lacrosse - April 2023 - June 2024
Accomplishments
Hall of Fame Inductee, Women's Lacrosse, The College of Wooster - October 2021
Certification
Safe Care (QBS) Trained
Timeline
School Counselor
Marblehead Public Schools
08.2015 - Current
School Counselor
Sunapee Schools
08.2012 - 06.2014
Shop Owner
Self Employed Web
07.2008 - 05.2010
School Counselor
Newfound Public Schools
08.2005 - 06.2007
Safe Care (QBS) Trained
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Keene State College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
The College of Wooster
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