Matthew High
Hurricane
Summary
School Counselor with a proven track record at Kanawha County Schools, specializing in crisis intervention and individual counseling. Expert in WVEIS and course scheduling, I fostered a supportive environment that enhanced student well-being and academic success, while effectively collaborating with parents and community organizations to address diverse student needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Kanawha County Schools
01.2013 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- 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.
School Counselor
Fayette County Board Of Education
12.2010 - 01.2013
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marshall University
Huntington, WV12-2010
Skills
- WVEIS expertise
- Course scheduling
- Individual counseling
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict mediation
- Career guidance
- Academic support
Timeline
School Counselor
Kanawha County Schools
01.2013 - Current
School Counselor
Fayette County Board Of Education
12.2010 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marshall University
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