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KOURTNEY L. KNOX

KOURTNEY L. KNOX

Chicago,IL

Summary

Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Irvin C. Mollison
03.2015 - Current
  • Counsel students in grades K through 8, using solution-focused and person-centered approaches, to address issues such as academic performance, social skills, self-esteem, and attendance
  • Advise and assist numerous students in short-term crisis situations such as bullying, friendship issues, conflict resolution, and classroom behavior issues
  • Direct and co-lead weekly group that targets anger management, social skills, academic issues, behavioral issues, self-esteem, and conflict resolution training
  • Planned and Facilitated High School fairs and Family Informational Night
  • Planned and Facilitated Career Fairs and College Visits
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
  • Contributed to development of effective school policies that addressed issues such as attendance, discipline, and substance abuse prevention.
  • Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
  • Educate eighth grade students about career awareness, high school options and scholarships
  • Delivered Anti-Bullying curriculum for grades 4 through 8 focusing on topics such as bullying defined, conflict resolution, sexual harassment, school policy on reporting and discipline, role of internet in bullying, how to handle bullies, and alternative behaviors for bullies and victims
  • Discuss student classroom performance and behavior as input to target individual, group, and overall student counseling needs
  • School Wide Testing Coordinator
  • STLS Coordinator
  • BHT Lead
  • Led and implemented Rite of Passage annual program: Tied 2 Greatness Pearls of Wisdom.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development
  • Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills
  • Maintained high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling
  • Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns
  • Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.

Counsleing Intern

Perkins Bass Elementary
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Assisted 8th grade students with High School admissions process, acquisition of study skills, academic opportunities, and benefits.
  • Delivered individual and group guidance curriculum supporting student development
  • Analyzed student data and developed data-driven intervention program action plans
  • Provided responsive services to individuals or groups on academic and personal issues.
  • Improved client self-awareness by guiding them through exercises in self-reflection, goal-setting, and personal growth

Education

Masters of Arts in Prinipal Preparation -

Concordia University
Chicago, IL
05.2020

Masters of Arts in School Counseling -

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
05.2014

Bachelor of Arts -

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
05.2009

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Building Rapport
  • Individual Counseling
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • SPARC Certified
  • Emotional Support
  • Organizational Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Crisis Management

Affiliations

  • American School Counseling Association
  • Illinois Counseling Association
  • Chicago Equity and Access Advising Credentials (CEAAC)
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc

Timeline

School Counselor

Irvin C. Mollison
03.2015 - Current

Counsleing Intern

Perkins Bass Elementary
01.2014 - 12.2014

Masters of Arts in Prinipal Preparation -

Concordia University

Masters of Arts in School Counseling -

Saint Xavier University

Bachelor of Arts -

Western Illinois University
KOURTNEY L. KNOX