Lise Williams
Scotia
Summary
Experienced school counselor skilled in effective communication and team building. Successfully collaborated with educators and families to promote student well-being, while providing timely support and guidance in academic and personal development.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
School Counselor
Scotia-Glenville Central Schools
Scotia
01.1997 - 06.2026
- Guided students in academic planning and personal development to achieve individual goals.
- Collaborated with teachers to promote student learning and well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention services for at-risk students, ensuring timely support.
- Engaged parents and guardians in discussions about student progress, fostering a supportive community.
- Aided students in college and career readiness through course selection assistance.
- Consulted families and staff on strategies for improving social and academic performance.
- Counseled students on social, educational, and interpersonal issues to promote overall well-being.
- Coordinated college and career fairs to connect students with postsecondary opportunities.
- AP Coordinator - Collected payment, ordered exams, set up rooms and proctors, attention to details for paper, hybrid, and digital exams for 27 years
- NCAA district contact for NCAA compliance of courses and grades, transcript submission
- SAT/ PSAT proctor and ASVAB coordinator
Varsity Soccer Coach
Scotia-Glenville Central Schools
Scotia
08.1993 - 06.2022
- 3 time Sectional Champion, 3 time Coach of the Year Award
- Developed practice plans for team skill enhancement and player development.
- Developed and implemented soccer drills to improve team performance.
- Evaluated player performance to provide constructive feedback and improvement areas.
- Motivated players through positive reinforcement during practices and games.
- Fostered team cohesion through team-building activities and mentorship programs.
- Maintained detailed records of each athlete's performance during games and practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding player progress and team expectations.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure athlete well-being during practices and games.
- Enforced safety rules, policies, and regulations at all times during practice or competition.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills months before the season start.
- Instructed players on sportsmanship, teamwork, and proper nutrition habits.
- Organized fundraising events to support team resources and equipment needs.
- Analyzed game footage from previous matches to identify areas needing improvement.
- Encouraged athletes to maintain strong academic standards as well as athletic achievements.
- Improved team behavior by modeling correct actions and instilling discipline.
- Managed team budgeting responsibilities including equipment purchases or travel expenses.
- 3 time Sectional Champion, 3 time Coach of the Year Award
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
SUNY Albany
Albany, NY12-1995
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ithaca College
Ithaca05-1993
Skills
Academic counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Student engagement
- Fundraising organization
- Multiple school information systems including power school, school tool, and naviance
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
- Team building
- CPR and First Aid and Glucagon trained
Accomplishments
Section 2 Coach of the Year
Certification
Coaching License
Affiliations
Rubacks Grove Board District 1 Representative
Timeline
School Counselor
Scotia-Glenville Central Schools
01.1997 - 06.2026
Varsity Soccer Coach
Scotia-Glenville Central Schools
08.1993 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Counseling
SUNY Albany
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Ithaca College