Laura Burleson
Jefferson,GA
Summary
Compassionate Middle and High School Counselor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing comprehensive support programs, crisis intervention strategies, and individualized student academic plans. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to effectively address diverse student needs and foster positive educational environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Counselor
Grace Snell Middle School of Gwinnett County
Snellville, Georgia
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided counseling support to 8th grade students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions for 8th graders to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student needs effectively.
- Director of the 8 th grade student peer leaders.
- Provided counseling support to students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to enhance student relationships.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress notes.
- Developed individual action plans for students requiring additional support services.
- Established strong relationships with families through regular communication regarding their child's progress.
- Coordinated referrals for mental health services when appropriate.
- Developed crisis intervention plans to address immediate safety concerns of students in need.
- Organized and facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards goals set during counseling sessions
- Established and supervised peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
High School Counselor
Meadowcreek High School in Gwinnett County
Norcross, GA
08.2010 - 07.2018
- Provided individual counseling sessions for students addressing academic and personal challenges.
- Facilitated group workshops promoting social skills and emotional well-being among students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop tailored academic plans for at-risk students.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend appropriate resources.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and available support services.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress in compliance with regulations.
- Advised students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Conducted campus tours of local colleges for juniors and seniors.
- Counseled students on academic, career and college planning options.
- Identified and prevented potential dropouts by monitoring records of students experiencing attendance issues.
- Supported students, individually and in groups with developing academic, career and social skills.
- Assisted in workshops for parents regarding college application processes.
- Participated in faculty meetings to ensure alignment between curricular objectives and learning outcomes.
- Increased college application rate by assisting students with scholarship applications,
- Met with students to address attendance, grades, and credits.
- Facilitated small group meetings to discuss social and emotional issues affecting the student body.
- Worked collaboratively with outside agencies such as mental health providers or juvenile justice system representatives.
- Counseled parents, guardians and educators to assist students with educational, career and life planning.
- Evaluated transcripts to make certain students were on track toward high school graduation and college admission.
- Provided crisis management services during times of emergency or distress.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
- Supervised school counseling interns
Education
Specialist of Education - School Counseling
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 07.2012 - 08.2013
Master of Science - School Counseling
Lee University
Cleveland, TN 01.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA 08.2004 - 07.2006
Associate of Science -
Georgia Perimeter College
Dunwoody, GA 08.2000 - 05.2004
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution
- Academic advising
- Group facilitation
- Record maintenance
- Student assessment
- Collaborative planning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Group counseling
- Career guidance
- Individual counseling
- Self-esteem building
- Career exploration
- Workshop facilitation
- Time management
- Mental health support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Professionalism
- Team building
- Truancy counseling
- Student motivation
- Student support
- Conflict management
- Class schedule preparation
- Self motivation
- Student records management
- Student counseling
- Records maintenance
- Family engagement
Certification
- SRS School Counseling
Certificate Number 998150
Certificate Level 6
Validity Period 7/1/25 to 6/30/30
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
Grace Snell Middle School of Gwinnett County
08.2018 - 05.2019
Specialist of Education - School Counseling
University of Georgia
07.2012 - 08.2013
High School Counselor
Meadowcreek High School in Gwinnett County
08.2010 - 07.2018
Master of Science - School Counseling
Lee University
01.2008 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Kennesaw State University
08.2004 - 07.2006
Associate of Science -
Georgia Perimeter College
08.2000 - 05.2004