Focused School Counselor with 8 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Camdenton R-III School District
08.2019 - Current
Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments.
Collaborated with teachers to identify students' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
Facilitated conflict resolution among students, resulting in a decrease in disciplinary incidents.
Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
Supported special education students by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized learning plans.
Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
Created a welcoming school atmosphere by offering resources and assistance to new students transitioning into the community.
Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes.
Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession.
Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
Professional School Counselor
Warren County School District
06.2016 - 05.2019
Same role and duties as current position.
Call Center Representative/Lead
Tennessee 811/Tennessee One-Call Systems
07.2003 - 08.2014
Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.
Streamlined call flow processes for more efficient response times and increased productivity.
Improved first-call resolution rates with thorough issue analysis and effective problem-solving techniques.
Reduced average call handling time, ensuring prompt service to customers while maintaining quality interactions.
Managed high call volumes while providing exceptional customer support and maintaining professional composure.
Mastered multiple software systems for seamless navigation during calls, improving efficiency and reducing hold times for customers.
Handled escalated calls professionally, effectively resolving complex issues and ensuring client satisfaction at all times.
Delivered consistent top-notch performance under pressure during peak calling hours or challenging situations.
Developed rapport with customers through empathetic listening skills, creating positive experiences even during difficult conversations.
Established trust with clients by accurately addressing their concerns and offering appropriate resolutions based on their needs.
Effectively communicated complex information in a digestible format for callers of varying levels of technical understanding.
Mentored new hires as they navigated our systems and protocols, fostering teamwork within the call center.
Participated in ongoing training and development, staying current on company policies, products, and procedures to deliver accurate information to customers.
Adhered to company policies and scripts to consistently achieve call-time and quality standards.
Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
Applied for and offered a telecommuter position
Applied for and promoted to team lead; oversaw a team of 13: wrote evaluations, sat in on performance reviews with input on raises, part of hiring team, responsible for daily staffing levels
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA
11.2011
Skills
College Preparation
Student Advocacy
Behavioral Assessment
Professional Ethics
Individual Counseling
Parent-Teacher Collaboration
Suicide Prevention
Empathy Development
Active Listening
Bullying Prevention
Trauma-Informed Care
Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
Awarded Excellence in Education
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Camdenton R-III School District
08.2019 - Current
Professional School Counselor
Warren County School District
06.2016 - 05.2019
Call Center Representative/Lead
Tennessee 811/Tennessee One-Call Systems
07.2003 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Counseling
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ashford University
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