Kierston D. Perro
Teacher
Houma,La
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching core subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Terrebonne Parish School District
Houma, LA
08.2014 - Current
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Counselor
Magnolia Family Services
Thibodaux, La.
07.2010 - 08.2014
- Mental Health Professional Conduct individual and family therapy/counseling sessions with adolescents and their parents
- Provide social skills training, parent education and awareness on behavioral issues impacting the individual and family in the school, home and community
- Maintain documentation of client progress including active participation in session and education progress/reports
- Trained in crisis intervention.
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Assessed student issues pertaining to depression, anxiety and physical abuse to resolve conflicts between students, peers and teachers.
Counselor/ Case Manager
St. Mary Parish Drug Court
Bayou Vista, La.
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Complete Orientation, Intake/Assessments (ASI) along with devising Individualized Treatment Plans with clients and parents to meet program requirements
- Maintain documentation of client progress including active participation in required groups, submission of drug screens, and education progress/reports
- Facilitate individualized and group counseling sessions with clients and parents on a weekly or as needed basis
- Advocate and support clients at the 16th Judicial Court Hearings held weekly along with determining client needs with MDT prior to proceedings
- Assist in referring, coordinating, and monitoring inpatient services as well as relevant community resources needed; track progress at inpatient facilities and utilization of recommended community resources to further meet and determine client needs
- Make appropriate recommendations and referrals to Mental Health for clients needing access to medications and follow-up appointments with Physician(s)
- Maintain Continuing Educational Units by attending Educational Trainings and LADCP Conferences as it pertains to Substance Abuse adolescent/juvenile service populations and Drug Court.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychological Counseling
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 08.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Family and Youth Advocacy
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA 08.2003 - 07.2005
Master of Education M.ED - Curriculum And Instruction
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA 08.2019 - 07.2021
Skills
Elementary education
Group and individual instruction
Differentiated instruction
Classroom management
Affiliations
Summary of qualifications
Experience in providing individual and group counseling services to meet the needs of clients and their families.
Knowledge and understanding of counseling techniques and theories for individual and group therapy/counseling.
Knowledgeable of community resources to meet and address mental, academic, and social needs.
Ability to relate and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Strong verbal and written skills.
Professional memberships
Louisiana Association of Drug Court Professionals
Certification
Reading Specialist
Timeline
Reading Specialist
07-2021
Master of Education M.ED - Curriculum And Instruction
Louisiana State University At Shreveport
08.2019 - 07.2021
Teacher
Terrebonne Parish School District
08.2014 - Current
Counselor
Magnolia Family Services
07.2010 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Psychological Counseling
Nicholls State University
08.2007 - 05.2009
Counselor/ Case Manager
St. Mary Parish Drug Court
06.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Family and Youth Advocacy
Nicholls State University
08.2003 - 07.2005