Kimberly Constantino
Clarion,PA
Summary
Accomplished School Counselor at Redbank Valley School District, adept in crisis intervention and fostering mental health, significantly enhanced student academic and social performance through innovative counseling strategies and effective collaboration with educators and families. Demonstrated expertise in individual and family support, achieving a safer learning environment for all students.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Redbank Valley School District
New Bethlehem, PA
08.2011 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Assisted families in understanding resources available within the community to address their needs.
- Coordinated crisis interventions for students facing difficult life situations.
- Created referral networks with outside mental health professionals for additional support services when needed.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques aimed at increasing positive behaviors among students.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners.
- Served as a liaison between schools, families, agencies and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Established trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in school counseling process.
- Maintained confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and communications with students and parents.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and peer mediation sessions to promote a positive school environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and address behavioral and academic concerns.
Instructional Support Teacher
Redbank Valley School District
New Bethlehem, PA
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Assisted classroom teachers with the implementation of accommodations and modifications as needed.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators, counselors, psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other professionals to ensure that students receive appropriate support services.
- Supported teachers by providing feedback regarding instructional strategies used in the classroom setting.
- Assisted with developing behavior management plans for students exhibiting challenging behaviors in the classroom.
- Worked closely with families of special needs children to ensure they are receiving necessary resources at home.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Reading Specialist
Redbank Valley School District
New Bethlehem, PA
08.1992 - 05.2011
- Developed and implemented reading intervention plans for struggling students.
- Created lesson plans to teach phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary skills.
- Conducted assessments of student performance in order to recommend appropriate instructional modifications.
- Facilitated small group instruction in literacy activities such as guided reading and literature circles.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for differentiating instruction based on the needs of individual students.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's progress.
Education
Master of Science - Elementary School Counseling (K-8)
Westminster College
New Wilmington, PA05-2011
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Clarion University
Clarion, PA05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Mercyhurst College
Erie, PA05-1992
Skills
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Mental health assessments
- Listening actively
- Individual and family support
- Classroom guidance
- Policy and procedure improvements
Certification
CPI certified (15+ years), SAP certified, Trauma Informed Care training (Lakeside)
Accomplishments
- Implemented a School Therapy Dog program (Spring, 2024)
Affiliations
- Taking Rocco, therapy dog, on visitations
- Volunteer at Life Made New Ministries (mentorship and support with horses for kids and families facing hardships
Timeline
School Counselor
Redbank Valley School District
08.2011 - Current
Instructional Support Teacher
Redbank Valley School District
08.2008 - 08.2011
Reading Specialist
Redbank Valley School District
08.1992 - 05.2011
CPI certified (15+ years), SAP certified, Trauma Informed Care training (Lakeside)
Master of Science - Elementary School Counseling (K-8)
Westminster College
Master of Science - Reading Specialist
Clarion University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Mercyhurst College
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