Martha Colyer
Lancaster,PA
Summary
Dedicated school counselor with a strong focus on student counseling, crisis intervention, and parent-teacher collaboration. Committed to fostering emotional well-being and supporting academic success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Phoenix Academy
Lancaster, PA
02.2025 - Current
- Provided academic counseling to students, supporting course selection and goal-setting.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions, addressing personal and social issues.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create comprehensive student support plans.
- Maintained accurate student records, ensuring compliance with school regulations and confidentiality standards.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend appropriate resources or interventions.
- Advocated for student welfare by connecting families with community resources and support services.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Provided crisis intervention support in response to critical incidents affecting the school community or individual student wellbeing.
- Maintained positive relationships and open communication with parents about application paperwork, testing requirements and upcoming deadlines.
- Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance, attendance rates, and graduation outcomes.
- Personalized career advice to incorporate student grades, goals, and skill level.
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
- Improved college acceptance rates by assisting students with application and scholarship processes.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring meetings with students to assess goal attainment and provide ongoing guidance toward success milestones.
- Assisted with the organization of college fairs, connecting students to valuable resources for post-secondary education opportunities.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending relevant conferences, seminars, and trainings focused on best counseling practices.
- Enhanced student success by providing comprehensive guidance on academic and career goals.
School Counselor
Derry Township School District
Hershey, PA
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Participated in school committees focused on improving student engagement and mental health initiatives.
- Partnered with teachers to identify at-risk students and develop targeted interventions for improved academic outcomes.
- Educated individuals with special interests about unique grants and scholarships for higher education.
- Managed caseloads efficiently through meticulous record-keeping practices, ensuring timely follow-ups and appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Coordinated record transfers between school and outside organizations such as colleges and trade schools.
- Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Provided individualized academic and career counseling to students, fostering personal growth and development.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student achievement and resolve behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
- Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
School Counselor
Warwick School District
Lititz, PA
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support student emotional and social development.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to identify and address student behavioral issues.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate programs promoting conflict resolution and teamwork skills.
- Maintained confidential records of student interactions, ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and school policies.
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Reduced instances of bullying through proactive anti-bullying campaigns and education.
- Supported students with special needs by designing and executing tailored intervention strategies.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
School Counselor
Great Valley High School
Malvern, PA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Coordinated standardized testing efforts within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
- Developed and implemented workshops on study skills and career readiness for students.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, maintaining open lines of communication to address student needs collaboratively.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
- Provided academic counseling to students, supporting course selection and goal-setting.
- Maintained accurate student records, ensuring compliance with school regulations and confidentiality standards.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Provided crisis intervention support in response to critical incidents affecting the school community or individual student wellbeing.
- Guided students through evaluating career interests and potential schools.
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
Middle School Counselor
Manheim Township School District
Lancaster, PA
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans for students facing academic challenges.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social skills and emotional well-being among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to identify student needs and provide appropriate support services.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress towards established goals.
- Provided crisis intervention support, ensuring timely response to student emergencies or concerns.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to enhance counseling techniques and methodologies.
- Advocated for students' educational needs within multidisciplinary teams, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Improved communication between school staff, students, and families by organizing regular meetings to discuss student progress.
- Assisted with the development of school policies that fostered a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support was available for affected individuals.
- Supported diverse learners with tailored counseling services to address unique needs and challenges effectively.
- Served as an advocate for at-risk youth within the middle school population by working closely with multidisciplinary teams focused on intervention efforts.
- Maintained detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations for referrals, resources, or partnerships in support of student success initiatives.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive counseling services and addressing various concerns.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of individualized student support plans.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
School Counselor
Substitute Teacher Svc
Lancaster, PA
09.2011 - 11.2020
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans for students facing academic and personal challenges.
- Conducted workshops on social-emotional learning and conflict resolution to enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address student needs and support academic success.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to promote peer relationships and emotional well-being among students.
- Administered assessments to identify student strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
- Enhanced students'' social and emotional well-being by implementing comprehensive counseling programs.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by addressing individual student needs through personalized counseling sessions.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, providing immediate support and appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop interventions for struggling students, improving academic performance.
- Supported families during times of transition or crisis by connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the counseling program, ensuring effectiveness and alignment with professional standards.
- Reduced instances of bullying by implementing school-wide anti-bullying initiatives and conflict resolution strategies.
- Coordinated with external agencies to provide additional resources and support for at-risk students.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Education
Master's of Education - School Counseling K-12
Lancaster Bible College And Graduate School
Lancaster, PABachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Bible
Lancaster Bible College
Lancaster, PAHigh School Diploma -
Lampeter Strasburg High School
Lancaster, PASkills
- Student counseling
- Group counseling
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Conflict mediation
- Career guidance
- Individual and family support
- Academic support
- Mental health assessments
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Academic advising
- Career planning
- Compassionate
- Behavioral assessment
- Adolescent counseling
- Multicultural competence
- Student records management
- Special education support
- Diverse groups presentations
- Individualized education programs
- Attention-deficit disorder experience
- Elementary education
- Counseling and therapy
- Special education
- Career advising
- School counseling
- Records maintenance
- Career event planning
- Educational problem identification
- Transcript review
- Attention to detail
- Diverse student populations
- Listening actively
- Career awareness
Timeline
School Counselor
Phoenix Academy
02.2025 - Current
School Counselor
Derry Township School District
08.2024 - 01.2025
School Counselor
Warwick School District
09.2023 - 06.2024
School Counselor
Great Valley High School
02.2022 - 06.2022
Middle School Counselor
Manheim Township School District
11.2020 - 06.2021
School Counselor
Substitute Teacher Svc
09.2011 - 11.2020
Master's of Education - School Counseling K-12
Lancaster Bible College And Graduate School
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Bible
Lancaster Bible College
High School Diploma -
Lampeter Strasburg High School