Lisa Miller
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Experienced in fostering student development through tailored counseling services. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to address student needs. A track record of building strong relationships with students, parents, and educational staff to create a supportive and positive school environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified School Counseor
Brevard Public Schools
Melbourne, FL
08.2026 - Current
- Delivered academic, career, and social-emotional counseling supporting student growth and readiness.
- Implemented crisis response and intervention strategies to support student safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers, families, and support teams to address attendance, behavior, and achievement concerns.
- Coordinated student schedules, course selections, and graduation planning using district guidance procedures.
- Maintained accurate counseling records, referrals, and student plans within school data systems.
- Guided students through academic interventions, monitoring progress and adjusting support plans as needed.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
School Counselor - Grades 6 -12
Career Academy High School
South Bend, IN
08.2023 - 02.2026
- As the only school counselor, I successfully maintained a caseload of 975 students, in both middle and high school.
- Followed each student's IEP and made sure they had the appropriate level of service in their academic classes.
- Monitored each student's progress to ensure on-track graduation status.
- Managed the PowerSchool system and created Master Schedule.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, students, administrators, and stakeholders to advocate for student academic success.
- Work closely with my colleagues to ensure that the students and the school are always the main priority.
- Successfully recreated a Master Schedule for two buildings when we opened a new high school and CTE building at the semester break.
- Took on leadership positions to enhance departmental effectiveness.
School Counselor - Interim Maternity Leave Position
Warsaw Community High School
Warsaw, IN
11.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed relationships with students, fostering individual growth and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with each student to ensure academic progress towards graduation.
- Supported students in developing skills needed for college and career readiness.
- Made sure that students were scheduled into the correct classes for the following year.
ESE (Exceptional Student Education) School Counselor
Boynton Beach Community High School
Boynton Beach, FL
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Proudly had a 100% graduation rate with the seniors on my caseload for my three graduating classes.
- Implemented each student's IEP to ensure they received the correct level of service in academic classes.
- Guided each student to stay on track for graduation by providing personalized support and resources.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, students, administrators, and other stakeholders to advocate for students' academic success.
- Work closely with my colleagues to ensure that the students and the school are always the main priority.
- Schedule classes and make schedule changes for students. Helped to create the ESE Master board.
- Work closely with my colleagues to ensure that the students and the school are always the main priority.
- Took on leadership roles within the department to enhance collaboration and support among staff within the department and the school.
9th and 11th Grade English Teacher
Elkhart Memorial High School
Elkhart, IN
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Planning and preparing comprehensive lesson plans that adhered to the state standards.
- Maintained classroom order and discipline while fostering a conducive learning environment.
- Fostered student involvement in classroom discussions and activities.
- Developed and implemented new teaching materials that enhanced lesson plans.
- Attending department and staff meetings regularly.
- Led initiatives within the department and school to promote collaboration and improvement.
Alternative Education High School English Teacher
Elkhart Academy
Elkhart, IN
08.1998 - 08.2017
- Planning and preparing comprehensive lesson plans that adhered to the state standards.
- Encouraged student participation and engagement, resulting in increased student involvement in classroom activities.
- Researched and developed new teaching materials for implementation in lesson plans, enhancing curriculum delivery.
- Attending department and staff meetings regularly.
- Assumed leadership roles within the department and the school.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2018
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2013
B.S.Ed. - Secondary Education
Indiana University
South Bend, IN05-1998
Skills
- Student-centered counseling
- Counseling based on Student needs
- Individual counseling
- College/Career planning
- Academic success coaching
- Teaching self-management skills
- Graduation support
- Stakeholder communication
- Facilitating graduation
- Diverse educational settings
- Parent engagement strategies
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently as part of a team
- Highly effective counselor
- Diverse student engagement
- Maintaining confidentiality
Extra-Curricular Responsibilities
- Assistant Speech Coach
- Assistant Cheerleading Coach
- Prom Sponsor/Coordinator
- School Testing Coordinator
- Key Club Sponsor
Personal Information
Title: Certified School Counselor
Timeline
Certified School Counseor
Brevard Public Schools
08.2026 - Current
School Counselor - Interim Maternity Leave Position
Warsaw Community High School
11.2023 - 08.2023
School Counselor - Grades 6 -12
Career Academy High School
08.2023 - 02.2026
ESE (Exceptional Student Education) School Counselor
Boynton Beach Community High School
09.2019 - 11.2022
9th and 11th Grade English Teacher
Elkhart Memorial High School
08.2017 - 08.2019
Alternative Education High School English Teacher
Elkhart Academy
08.1998 - 08.2017
B.S.Ed. - Secondary Education
Indiana University
Master of Education - Teacher Leadership
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - School Counseling
Walden University