Dedicated school counselor with expertise in crisis intervention, behavioral assessment, and individualized support strategies. Committed to fostering emotional well-being and academic success for students through data-driven decision making.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
New Durham School
New Durham, NH
09.2015 - 06.2026
Delivered targeted interventions to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, boosting student engagement.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance social and emotional skills, improving peer interactions.
Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
Acted as a liaison between schools, families, agencies, and other stakeholders to coordinate support for students.
Developed multi-tiered support systems for pre-K to sixth-grade students, promoting academic and social success.
Special Education Teacher
Reeds Ferry School
Merrimack, New Hampshire
09.2010 - 06.2015
Designed and implemented individualized education plans addressing diverse student needs to enhance learning outcomes.
Instructed Grade K-4 students in regular and resource room settings.
Implemented adaptive teaching methods for various learning styles.
Worked with children experiencing behavioral challenges and learning disabilities in classroom settings.
Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and strategies.
Special Education Teacher
Crotched Mountain School
Greenfield, New Hampshire
09.2005 - 06.2010
Designed collaborative programs specifically addressing needs of students with autism to enhance engagement and learning.
Oversaw paraprofessionals in delivering personalized support to students receiving special education services.
Crafted instructional materials aligned with curriculum goals to support diverse learning needs in special education classes.
Attended professional development trainings related to best practices in teaching special education students.
Educated students in a multi-age classroom environment at a residential facility.
Education
CAGS - School Counseling
Rivier University
Nashua, NH
05-2015
Master of Education - Special Education
University of New Hampshire
NH
06-2002
Skills
Counseling techniques
Behavioral assessment
Crisis intervention
Use data to progress monitor and develop individual plans