Mary Reiter
Rochester,MN
Summary
Accomplished professional school counselor devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond every year to enhance student experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Counselor
John Adams Middle School
Rochester, MN
06.2012 - Current
- Conduct individual counseling sessions to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional, concerns
- Conduct group counseling sessions to address issues such as anxiety, grief, families in change, and relationships
- Collaborate with staff, administration, parents, and outside supports to develop strategies for students exhibiting behavioral challenges
- Coordinate referrals for outside services such as mental health or medical care when appropriate
- Encourage students to maximize academic potential with attendance and effort reminders.
- Provide crisis intervention services to support students in times of need
- Create classroom presentations on topics related to mental health awareness and wellness initiatives.
- Initiated and organize annual holiday giving shop for students
Middle School Counselor
Pine Island Public Schools
Pine Island, MN
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and students to develop strategies to improve academic, emotional, and social success
- Worked individually or in groups with students in grades five through eight to teach social-emotional skills, organization, conflict resolution
- Consulted with and served as a resource for parents, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs
- Collaborated with staff on a variety of teams to improve student success: Behavior Support Team/Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, Positive Support Team, and Crisis Team
- Held leadership roles as the 504 Coordinator and student council advisor
- Promoted community service-learning and educational opportunities
Middle School Counselor
Kellogg Middle School
Rochester, MN
09.2010 - 06.2011
- Conducted structured, goal-oriented counseling sessions in response to identified needs relative to achievement and school success of individuals and groups of students
- Consulted with and served as a resource for parents, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs
- Served as a member of the Teacher Assistance Team, Student Assistance Team, Child Study Team, and teacher liaison for the Parent, Teacher, Student Association
- Conducted 504 Accommodation Plan meetings and developed a process for evaluating and implementing 504 Plans
Education
Master of Science in Counselor Education -
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Winona, MN05.2006
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Relationship Building
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
John Adams Middle School
06.2012 - Current
Middle School Counselor
Pine Island Public Schools
01.2012 - 06.2012
Middle School Counselor
Kellogg Middle School
09.2010 - 06.2011
Master of Science in Counselor Education -
Winona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
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