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Lesley Kenney

Toms River,NJ

Summary

Dynamic school counseling leader with over 15 years of expertise in K-12 and post-secondary counseling, as well as special education program management. Proven ability to lead teams, develop impactful programs, and enhance student support services. Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes student success and well-being. Excited to leverage extensive experience to make a meaningful difference in school counseling services.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of School Counseling Services, K-12

Manasquan School District
Manasquan, NJ
01.2017 - Current
  • Supported school counseling staff, school nurses, SAC, and ESL counselors across grades K-12. Facilitated communication and collaboration among educational support teams. Assisted in addressing student needs and promoting academic success.
  • Facilitated the management and development of college planning strategies, ensuring effective implementation and collaboration.
  • Develop/Implement articulation and transition services with seven local sending districts.
  • Developed comprehensive master schedule utilizing Genesis Student Information System to enhance academic planning.
  • District Crisis Team Coordinator
  • District Test Coordinator
  • 504/I&RS Compliance Officer

Adjunct Professer

The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ
01.2026 - Current

Adjunct Professor in the TCNJ Counselor Education Graduate Program

Adjunct Professor

Georgian Court University
01.2019 - 09.2025
  • Adjunct Professor in the Counselor Education Graduate Program

Counseling Supervisor

Colts Neck High School
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Supervise school counseling staff
  • Create Master Schedule using Genesis Student Information System
  • School Test Coordinator
  • Provide appropriate training in the area of effective school counseling practices
  • Manage and implement department programs including, anti-bullying programs, intervention and referral services

School Counseling Coordinator

Toms River Intermediate North
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Implement master schedule for 1400 students in grades 6, 7, and 8, using Genesis System
  • Coordinate guidance department staff
  • School Level Testing Coordinator for NJ Ask, NAEP testing in grades 6,7,8

School Counselor

Toms River East High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Case managed approximately 300 students
  • Organize, schedule, and implement programs necessary for graduations, including all college acceptances
  • Work with the Child Study Team and administrators to effectively implement IEP’s

Special Education Teacher

Toms River Intermediate South
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Teacher of 7th Grade In-class support

School Counselor

Seaside Park Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Case managed students in grades K-6

Academic Advisor

Ocean County College
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Worked with incoming freshman and transfer students to develop academic plans

Special Education Teacher

Beachwood Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Teacher of, Resource, and Inclusion classes

Special Education Teacher

Toms River East High School
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Teacher of Study Skills, Resource, Inclusion classes

Education

Director of School Counseling, K-12 Certification -

Monmouth University
West Long Branch, NJ

Supervisor of Instruction Certification -

New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ

Master of Science - Educational Counseling

Monmouth University
Eatontown, NJ
01-2002

Bachelor of Science - Education

Monmouth University
Eatontown, NJ
01-1999

Affiliations

  • New Jersey Principal and Supervisor Association (NJPSA)
  • American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
  • Monmouth County Guidance Directors Association (MCGDA)
  • New Jersey Association for College Admissions Counseling (NJACAC)

Timeline

Adjunct Professer

The College of New Jersey
01.2026 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Georgian Court University
01.2019 - 09.2025

Director of School Counseling Services, K-12

Manasquan School District
01.2017 - Current

Counseling Supervisor

Colts Neck High School
01.2014 - 01.2017

School Counseling Coordinator

Toms River Intermediate North
01.2012 - 01.2014

School Counselor

Toms River East High School
01.2010 - 01.2012

Special Education Teacher

Toms River Intermediate South
01.2009 - 01.2010

School Counselor

Seaside Park Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2009

Academic Advisor

Ocean County College
01.2006 - 01.2009

Special Education Teacher

Beachwood Elementary School
01.2000 - 01.2004

Special Education Teacher

Toms River East High School
01.1999 - 01.2000

Master of Science - Educational Counseling

Monmouth University

Director of School Counseling, K-12 Certification -

Monmouth University

Supervisor of Instruction Certification -

New Jersey City University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Monmouth University
Lesley Kenney