Marcelle B. Pettis
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Compassionate counselor specializing in individual assessments and crisis intervention. Committed to fostering student growth through effective communication and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring tailored support for each student's unique needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Wake County Public School System
Raleigh, NC
08.1997 - Current
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions for students experiencing academic challenges.
- Developed and implemented school-wide programs to promote social-emotional learning.
- Collaborated with teachers to address student behavioral and academic needs.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during critical incidents at school.
- Coordinated with community resources to enhance student support services.
- Maintained accurate student records and documentation of counseling services.
- Advocated for student needs in multidisciplinary team meetings and discussions.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
- Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
- Monitored students academic progress, mental health, and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Assisted students in completing college applications and financial aid paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout their enrollment at the school.
Career Teacher
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking skills.
- Maintained a positive learning environment that fostered student growth and engagement.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
Summer School Coordinator
Wake County Public School System, Garner Magnet HS
Garner, NC
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Coordinated summer school programs for diverse student populations.
- Managed communication between staff, parents, and students effectively.
- Assisted in evaluating student progress and program effectiveness regularly.
Financial Aid Counselor Internship
Saint Augustine's University
Raleigh, NC
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Advised students on financial aid options and application processes.
- Reviewed and evaluated student financial aid applications for eligibility.
- Collaborated with academic departments to align funding with student needs.
- Provided guidance on the completion of all necessary forms, applications and documents related to financial aid.
- Reviewed and evaluated student files for accuracy prior to awarding financial aid packages.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate in Advanced School Counseling - School Counseling
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC08-2006
Master of Science - Counselor Education
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-1996
Bachelor of Science - Business Education
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC08-1993
Skills
- Individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Academic assessment
- Program development
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Student advocacy
Certification
Professional Educator's License - School Counselor
Timeline
Career Teacher
North Carolina State University
08.2014 - 01.2015
Summer School Coordinator
Wake County Public School System, Garner Magnet HS
06.2008 - 08.2008
Financial Aid Counselor Internship
Saint Augustine's University
05.2006 - 08.2006
Professional School Counselor
Wake County Public School System
08.1997 - Current
Post-Master's Certificate in Advanced School Counseling - School Counseling
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Master of Science - Counselor Education
North Carolina A&T State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Education
North Carolina A&T State University