Accomplished School Counselor with several years of experience advising students on academic, mental health, and social issues. Additional expertise in counseling students on career paths and higher education options. Extensive knowledge of computer program with PowerSchool Advanced Training.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Woodbury Jr/Sr High School
Woodbury, NJ
09.2022 - Current
Promoted safe, inclusive school environment through active initiative participation.
Collaborated with educators to enhance classroom strategies for student performance.
Coordinated crisis interventions for students encountering challenging life circumstances.
Provided individual and group counseling sessions targeting academic and emotional challenges.
Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions, assessments, and treatment plans.
Monitored students' academic progress and mental health via continuous assessments.
Organized extracurricular activities to foster self-esteem and healthy peer relationships.
Facilitated transition planning for students advancing between educational levels.
School Counselor and Teacher
Woodstown Middle School and High School
Woodstown, NJ
09.2005 - 06.2022
Consulted with administrators to create policies addressing student behavior concerns or disciplinary actions.
Organized workshops and seminars for parents on topics such as bullying, anxiety, stress management and college readiness.
Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
Provided guidance regarding college admissions process including scholarship applications, financial aid options and application deadlines.
Conducted assessments of students' cognitive abilities, interests, personality traits and career aspirations.
Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions including assessments, referrals, progress notes and treatment plans.
Education
Master of Arts - K-12 School Counseling
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE
05-2015
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Arizona
05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Arts And English
Muhlenberg College
Allentown, PA
08-1987
Skills
Crisis intervention
Student assessment
Individual counseling
Group counseling
Behavior management
Program development
Certification
NJ State Certified: Director of Counseling, Supervisor, School Counseling, Teacher of English.
Special Education Learning Support Teacher at Cornell School District- Cornell Jr./ Sr. High School 7-12Special Education Learning Support Teacher at Cornell School District- Cornell Jr./ Sr. High School 7-12