Kelli Colvin
Gilbert ,AZ
Summary
Determined High Energy School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students. High ability for students to trust and build relationship with counselor.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Noah Webster Elementary W/Learning Detectives
Mesa, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Counseling Clients include both trauma and IEP students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students including classroom intervention when needed.
School Counselor
South Point High School W/ Learning Detectives
Phoenix, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions including clients with IEP's.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
School Guidance Counselor
Red Mountain High School,
Mesa Public Schools, AZ
07.2006 - 05.2008
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals and skills.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Family Specialist/Trainer
Christian Family Care
Phoenix, AZ
09.2010 - 08.2020
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Family Specialist/Trainer
Aid To Adoption Of Special Kids (AASK)
Phoenix, AZ
05.2004 - 06.2006
Family Specialist/case Manager
Triad Family Services
San Leandro, CA
08.2002 - 04.2004
Counselor
Alamo Elementary School
Danville, Ca
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues and provide appropriate intervention.
- Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
School Counselor
Arcadia High School
Arcadia, CA
08.2001 - 05.2022
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Education
Master of Arts - Education- School Guidance Counselor
Ottawa University
Phoenix, AZ 05.2006
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology W/emphasis in Family, Marriage
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2000
Skills
- School Counseling
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Youth Development
- Excellent Communicator
- Strive to Maintain and Improve Professional Competence
- Diverse Student Populations
- Promote School/District Policy
- Diverse Background- including social work, trauma informed, work with foster/adopt children
- Extensive amount of time (12 years) spent in GPS schools including PTSO, Booster Club at HS
- Experience in leading well including 501(c)(3)
- Community Oriented
Timeline
School Counselor
Noah Webster Elementary W/Learning Detectives
08.2023 - Current
School Counselor
South Point High School W/ Learning Detectives
08.2023 - Current
Family Specialist/Trainer
Christian Family Care
09.2010 - 08.2020
School Guidance Counselor
Red Mountain High School,
07.2006 - 05.2008
Family Specialist/Trainer
Aid To Adoption Of Special Kids (AASK)
05.2004 - 06.2006
Family Specialist/case Manager
Triad Family Services
08.2002 - 04.2004
Counselor
Alamo Elementary School
08.2002 - 05.2003
School Counselor
Arcadia High School
08.2001 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Education- School Guidance Counselor
Ottawa University
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology W/emphasis in Family, Marriage
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona