KATHRYN PILOTIN
School Counselor
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
A dedicated school counselor driven to support students in overcoming academic, social, and mental health challenges to realize their individual strengths and success. Bringing thirty-one rewarding years in education; three as an elementary school counselor, two as a middle school counselor, and twenty-six years as a teacher.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Divich Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) co-advisor
- 504 Team Manager
- Student of the Month Recognition co-advisor
- Girls on the Run Coach
- Safety Committee Member
- AED Team Member
- Conducts classroom lessons, small group and individual counseling services to meet the academic, behavioral, and socio-emotional needs of the students.
- Collaborates and conducts meetings with staff members, parents/guardians, students, and administration.
- Provides crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Coordinates with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Encourages students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Volunteer for Fall Festivals, Winter Activity Nights, School Dances, etc.
Second Grade Teacher
Scherkenbach Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Grade Level Chairperson, 2nd Grade Team
- School-Wide Behavior Intervention Support Committee member
- School Counselor Intern working with students on test-taking strategies, attendance, character trait assemblies, emotional regulation and growth mindset lessons.
- No Place for Hate club co-advisor
- Career Day Committee Assistant
- Choir Musical and Ukulele Choir Assistant
- Inclusion Teacher, 2nd Grade
- Response to Intervention team member
- Schedule Planning Committee
- Social Committee Member
- Volunteer for Fall Festivals, Winter Ornament Nights, Sweetheart Dance, Midnight Madness, and other school evening activities
Middle School Counselor
Maui Waena Intermediate School
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Partnered with school administration, teachers, and parents/guardians to provide students with counseling support.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social, academic or behavioral challenges.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Sixth Grade Social Studies Teacher
Maui Waena Intermediate School
08.2003 - 06.2014
- Sixth Grade Team Chairperson
- Sixth Grade Student Government Co-Advisor
- Co-director of Uplink After School Program
- Professional Learning Community Team Member
- Track and Field Assistant Volunteer
- Cross-Country Assistant Volunteer
- WASC Accreditation Team Member
- Volunteered for Saturday School, campus beautification days, school dances, schedule pick up days.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pukalani Elementary School
08.1997 - 06.2003
- Grade Level Chairperson
- School Improvement Development Committee
- Musical for Fourth Grade students
- Effective Behavior Support Team
- Math Matters co-advisor
- Reading Committee Member
Sixth Grade Teacher
Waipahu Elementary School
08.1992 - 06.1997
- Success Compact Cadre Team Member
- Co-chair of Sixth Grade Banquet and Matriculation Ceremony
- Chaperoned Big Island Learning Trip
- Chaperoned YMCA Camp Erdman Trip
- Cooperative Learning Kagan Cadre
Education
Master - School Counseling
Touro University
Henderson, NV08.2020
Master - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05.1997
Professional Diploma - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05.1995
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05.1992
Skills
- Strong interpersonal-relationship skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Compassionate
- An enthusiasm to work and learn from others
References
Ronald Kamman, Principal, Divich Elementary School, 2020-present, 702-799-4585
Lourdes Pearson, Assistant Principal, Divich Elementary School, 2023, 702-799-4585
Kristy Muffoletto, Principal, Scherkenbach Elementary School, 2018-present, 702-799-3401
Dr. Kimberly Hammond, Former Scherkenbach Elementary Principal, Current Doral Academy Red Rock Principal, 702-776-8530
Jamie Yap, Former Principal Maui Waene Intermediate, Current Principal of Maui High Shool, 808-727-4020
Timeline
School Counselor
Divich Elementary School
08.2020 - Current
Second Grade Teacher
Scherkenbach Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2020
Middle School Counselor
Maui Waena Intermediate School
08.2012 - 05.2015
Sixth Grade Social Studies Teacher
Maui Waena Intermediate School
08.2003 - 06.2014
Fourth Grade Teacher
Pukalani Elementary School
08.1997 - 06.2003
Sixth Grade Teacher
Waipahu Elementary School
08.1992 - 06.1997
Master - School Counseling
Touro University
Master - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Professional Diploma - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Bachelor of Education - Elementary Education
University of Hawaii At Manoa
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