Compassionate professional with extensive experience in educational counseling. Skilled in building rapport and implementing mental health initiatives, contributing to enhanced student resilience and emotional well-being. Committed to guiding students through challenges and fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas, NV
03.2003 - Current
Implemented school-wide initiatives promoting mental health awareness and resilience among students.
Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environments for diverse student populations.
Advocated for student needs during multidisciplinary team meetings, ensuring comprehensive support services are available.
Maintained accurate documentation of student interactions.
Guided students in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help students develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Developed and facilitated group lessons for increased social, emotional and behavior support.
Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to remain current on best practices within the counseling field.
Provided crisis intervention services to students.
Fostered supportive environment, enabling students to openly discuss their feelings and experiences.
Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
University of Phoenix
Las Vegas, NV
10-2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL
12-1988
Skills
Building rapport
Student advocacy
Crisis response
Adept at conflict resolution
Anger management
Peer mediation
Parent-teacher collaboration
Reliability
Excellent communication skills
Active Listening
Emotional support
Interpersonal skills
Certification
American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Certifications:
Students with Special Needs Specialist
Anxiety and Stress Management Specialist
Bullying Prevention Specialist
Career Development Specialist
Closing the Achievement Gap Specialist
College Admissions Specialist
Culturally Sustaining School Counseling Specialist
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Specialist
Grief and Loss Specialist
Trauma and Crisis Management Specialist
Legal and Ethical Specialist
Mental Health Specialist
School Counseling Association Leadership Specialist