Proven expertise in classroom management, behavior modification, and tailored support for diverse learning needs. Foster educational success by promoting a growth mindset and inspiring a love of learning in students. Serve as a role model, encouraging resilience and personal development in young minds.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Burkholder Academy of Environmental Science
Henderson, Nevada
08.2022 - 09.2025
Designed and delivered academic, social-emotional, and career lessons to enhance student engagement.
Provided individual and group counseling services addressing personal, academic, and social challenges.
Delivered presentations on graduation requirements, diploma options, and four-year academic planning.
Developed tailored academic and post-secondary plans for diverse student needs.
Managed class schedules and drop/add requests using Infinite Campus for improved efficiency.
Taught positive coping skills, resilience strategies, and stress reduction techniques to students.
Fostered an anti-bullying environment through development of interpersonal skills among students.
Led crisis team in de-escalating situations while adhering to CCSD protocols for safety.
School Counselor
East Career and Technical Academy Magnet School
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2009 - 08.2022
Delivered individual and group counseling focused on personal, academic, and social development.
Conducted presentations on graduation requirements, diploma types, and four-year academic planning.
Managed scheduling, drop/add classes, and queries using Infinite Campus.
Taught positive coping skills, resilience techniques, and stress reduction strategies.
Fostered an anti-bullying environment through interpersonal skills training and community building.
Planned and facilitated workshops on college admissions, financial aid, and ACT preparation.
Hosted community events including Principal's Parent Advisory Meeting and Coffee with Counselors.
English Teacher
Silverado High School
Las Vegas, NV
08.1997 - 08.2009
Instructed English for grades nine through twelve, emphasizing literature and composition skills.
Cultivated positive relationships with students and parents through effective communication methods.
Implemented classroom management strategies to enhance productivity and engagement.
Adjunct English Instructor
College of Southern Nevada
01.2005 - 01.2008
Instructed English 101 courses to develop foundational language skills.
Taught literature and composition classes, enhancing analytical writing abilities.
English Teacher
Alief Hastings High School
Houston, TX
08.1987 - 08.1997
English Teacher grades 9-12
Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a productive environment.
Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development and instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
University of Phoenix
Las Vegas, NV
Bachelor of Arts - English/Secondary Education, Psychology
Metropolitan State College
Denver, CO
High School Diploma -
Niwot High School
Niwot, Colorado
Skills
Active Catholic at St Thomas More
Experience as a Catechism Teacher
Fifteen years of experience as a School Counselor
Twenty years of experience as an English teacher
Facilitation and presentation skills
Problem solving techniques
Effective communication strategies
Conflict resolution methods
Test proctoring expertise
Student rapport building
Counseling for personal and social skills
Suicide and bullying prevention
Grief support
Abuse prevention strategies
Positive mindset development
Professional Licenses
State of Nevada, School Counselor K-12
State of Nevada, English Teacher
Timeline
School Counselor
Burkholder Academy of Environmental Science
08.2022 - 09.2025
School Counselor
East Career and Technical Academy Magnet School
08.2009 - 08.2022
Adjunct English Instructor
College of Southern Nevada
01.2005 - 01.2008
English Teacher
Silverado High School
08.1997 - 08.2009
English Teacher
Alief Hastings High School
08.1987 - 08.1997
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - English/Secondary Education, Psychology
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