LAWRENCE BRUTON
Clermont,FL
Summary
Compassionate and mission-driven school counselor with over 30 years in education, pastoral care, and student development. Experienced in academic advising, emotional support, and family engagement. Skilled in implementing data-informed counseling strategies based on the ASCA National Model. Proven success in student wellness, college readiness, and crisis intervention within K–12 environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spiritual Formation Director
Real Life Christian Academy
Clermont, FL
01.2012 - Current
- Provide individual and group counseling, coordinate college readiness programming, implement ASCA-aligned strategies, and lead crisis interventions.
- Led parental workshops, service trips, and testing administration.
- Promoted character and academic development across K–12.
- Supported elementary students through school-wide social-emotional learning programs, character education lessons, and behavior intervention strategies in collaboration with faculty.
English Teacher
Missionary
Panama
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Supported academic and spiritual development of high school students, prepared them for U.S. college admission, and led English language instruction and visa guidance.
Teacher & Executive Staff
Heritage Prep School
Orlando, FL
01.1998 - 01.2008
- Directed youth ministry growth, teacher mentorship, parent conferences, and educational mission trips.
- Contributed to policy development and strategic leadership.
- Worked closely with elementary faculty to implement student mentoring, classroom behavior management plans, and academic support strategies tailored for younger learners.
Education
MASTERS OF EDUCATION - School Counseling
North American University
Stafford, NYBachelor of Science - Business Management
Grace College
Winona Lake, INA.A. - Marketing
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WISkills
- Academic advising and counseling
- Emotional support and crisis intervention
- Family engagement strategies
- Data-driven decision making
- Student wellness initiatives
- College readiness programs
Certification
Florida Certified K–12 School Counselor
Accomplishments
- Led student development programs for 580+ students and 60+ staff, enhancing the positive and inclusive school culture at Real Life Christian Academy.
- Managed a department of six teachers as Bible Department Chair, overseeing curriculum and progress monitoring.
- Coordinated 16 Life Groups with 300+ students and 20 staff to foster emotional growth and belonging.
- Organized school-wide events including retreats and graduations, increasing parent and student engagement.
- Implemented crisis counseling protocols, reducing crisis incidents by 25%.
Timeline
Spiritual Formation Director
Real Life Christian Academy
01.2012 - Current
English Teacher
Missionary
01.2008 - 01.2011
Teacher & Executive Staff
Heritage Prep School
01.1998 - 01.2008
MASTERS OF EDUCATION - School Counseling
North American University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Grace College
A.A. - Marketing
Gateway Technical College