Lisa Addington-Mason
Norton,VA
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 differences of students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
John I. Burton High School
Norton, VA
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
School Counselor
Wise Primary School
Wise, VA
11.2016 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
School Counselor
St. Paul Elementary School
St. Paul, VA
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
Education
M.Ed. School Counseling -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences, History and Social Science
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
Wise, VA05-2003
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Administration collaboration
- Student support
- Emotional support
- Student advocacy
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Student records management
- Student registration
- Academic support
Certification
- School Counselor PreK-12
- Elementary Education PreK-6
- Middle Education 6-8 History/Social Science
- Gifted Education
Timeline
School Counselor
John I. Burton High School
07.2024 - Current
School Counselor
Wise Primary School
11.2016 - 06.2024
School Counselor
St. Paul Elementary School
08.2014 - 11.2016
M.Ed. School Counseling -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences, History and Social Science
The University of Virginia's College At Wise