Lea Mainor
School Counselor
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Focused School Counselor with 4 years of success guiding students (K-12) 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
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Jersey City Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
- Enhance students K-12 emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Assist 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.
- Collaborate with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Advise and assist students K-12 in short-term crisis situations such as bullying, friendship issues, and conflict resolution.
School Clerk
Jersey City Public Schools
10.2007 - 10.2021
- Managed office inventory by placing orders, interacting with vendors, streamlining data entry and reducing errors.
- Boosted overall school organization by maintaining accurate student records, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence.
- Ensured smooth daily operations with efficient management of over 100+ staff attendance records and substitute teacher coordination.
- Contributed to the school's positive learning environment by welcoming visitors, providing information, and handling inquiries professionally.
Residential Counselor
Lutheran Social Ministries Of New Jersey
06.2004 - 01.2014
- Enhanced over 40 residents'' quality of life by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ12.2013
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Student Records Management
- Career Advising and Academic Advising
- Individual and Family Support
- Experience working with Naviance, Hibstervention, Infinite Campus
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Cultural Competency
Affiliations
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
- Hudson County School Counselor Association (HCSCA)
Certification
- New Jersey Certified School Counselor
Timeline
School Counselor
Jersey City Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
School Clerk
Jersey City Public Schools
10.2007 - 10.2021
Residential Counselor
Lutheran Social Ministries Of New Jersey
06.2004 - 01.2014
Master of Arts - Counseling
Saint Peter's University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
New Jersey City University
- New Jersey Certified School Counselor
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