Lisa Chesebro
Winnetka,IL
Summary
Student-focused counselor and advisor with strong background in student support and crisis intervention. Drives student success by partnering closely with administrators, teachers and guardians on diverse initiatives. Background in one-on-one assistance and group instruction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
Wacker Elementary School (CPS)
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - 08.2025
- Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emotional, physical, or social distress.
- Maintained confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and communications with students and parents.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Facilitated conflict resolution and peer mediation sessions to promote a positive school environment.
- Supported with Tier 1 SEL implementation of Second Step and Calm Classroom
- Certified in leading SS Grin Social Skills group & Rainbows grief support
School Counselor/Case Manager
Mitchell Elementary School (CPS)
10.2014 - 08.2021
- Organized and facilitated IEP meetings in a timely manner by utilizing CPS electronic IEP's and IMPACT programs such as SIM,CIM, SSM, and Dashboard
- Established rapport with students and families by creating a positive and respectful environment and encouraging dialogue through regular communication
- Facilitated small and large group guidance lessons including career, social/emotional, as well as college/high school planning with students in grades kindergarten through 8th that aligned with ISBE SEL standards
- Assisted school in achieving highest level of 'Supportive Schools' certification
- Trained in Second Step/assisted teachers with implementation of Second Step in the classrooms
- Peer Conference Staff Leader
School Counselor/Case Manager
Woodson Elementary School (CPS)
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Utilized multiple social/emotional strategies with students such as: CHAMPS, PBIS, Foundations, Check In-Check Out, as well as other Tier II interventions
- Served as Graduation Chairperson for the 8th graders: planned 8th grade trip, luncheon, graduation, as well as High School Fair and 8th grade Parent Night
- Knowledge of IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act) as well as other special education laws
School Counselor/Case Manager
Doolittle Elementary School (CPS)
08.2009 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with special education, general education teachers, parents, and district clinicians to ensure all students with disabilities were receiving appropriate services
- Served as Students in Temporary Living Situations coordinator as well as Homebound coordinator providing appropriate resources to parents/guardians as needed
- Facilitated all citywide and local assessments within the school and ensured that they were returned in a punctual and meticulous manner
- Ensured accurate records management and transfer of student records for 8th graders according to district policies and laws
2nd Grade Teacher
Doolittle Elementary School (CPS)
08.2007 - 08.2009
- Provided feedback to students and parents to ensure academic and personal success
- Monitored student progress by administering district, state, and teacher made assessments
- Member of the Open House, Science Fair, and Holiday Assembly committees
- Provided students with multicultural literature and lessons aligned with state standards on a daily basis
1st Grade Teacher
Bradwell Elementary School (CPS)
08.2005 - 08.2007
- Participated in numerous professional development opportunities including Everyday Math and Houghton Mifflin workshops
- Responsible for curriculum development and delivery/management of classroom in a class of 20-28 students
- Efforts resulted in over half of the class improving one or more grade levels in reading skills
Education
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Concordia University
River Forest, IL01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Dayton
01.2005
Skills
- Listening actively
- Individual and family support
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Classroom guidance
- Multicultural competence
- Referral coordination
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Elementary education
- Student advocacy
Certification
Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), School Counselor, Self Contained General Education, Lisa M. Connors
Timeline
Counselor
Wacker Elementary School (CPS)
08.2021 - 08.2025
School Counselor/Case Manager
Mitchell Elementary School (CPS)
10.2014 - 08.2021
School Counselor/Case Manager
Woodson Elementary School (CPS)
08.2012 - 10.2014
School Counselor/Case Manager
Doolittle Elementary School (CPS)
08.2009 - 08.2012
2nd Grade Teacher
Doolittle Elementary School (CPS)
08.2007 - 08.2009
1st Grade Teacher
Bradwell Elementary School (CPS)
08.2005 - 08.2007
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Concordia University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Dayton
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