LaSandra Coleman
North Las Vegas,NV
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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Clark County School District, CCSD
1998.02 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Improved graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Increased awareness of post-secondary options by organizing college and career readiness workshops and events.
Bookkeeper
Coleman's Welding Company
2012.05 - 2016.01
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
Direct Support Staff
Danville Services Of Nevada
1997.06 - 2008.08
- Enhanced client independence by implementing personalized support plans and monitoring progress.
- Improved client well-being by providing emotional support and fostering strong relationships.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks for increased autonomy and satisfaction.
- Managed challenging behaviors through effective communication, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselor Education
Phoenix University
Las Vegas, NV05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1996
Skills
- Mental health assessments
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Suicide Prevention
- Counseling and therapy
- Cultural Competency
- Career advising
Affiliations
- Foster Parent of the year 2015 -Department of Family Services
Certification
- NCSC - National Certified School Counselor
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Coleman's Welding Company
2012.05 - 2016.01
School Counselor
Clark County School District, CCSD
1998.02 - Current
Direct Support Staff
Danville Services Of Nevada
1997.06 - 2008.08
Master of Arts - Counselor Education
Phoenix University
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Arizona State University
- NCSC - National Certified School Counselor
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
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