Megan Cromis
Lihue
Summary
Compassionate School Counselor dedicated to empowering students to achieve their personal and academic goals and is passionate about leading a diverse and inclusive school counseling program.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and other school personnel to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Advanced cultural competence among campus members by facilitating diversity training workshops on topics like the LGBTQ+ community and period poverty.
- Frequently met with students to confirm successes and identify problem areas.
- Regularly monitored and conducted schedule changes.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Served as the Section 504 Coordinator for my assigned grade level.
- Regularly participated in grade level team, student support, and Cadre team meetings.
- Assisted with 8th grade course selection for High School.
- Routinely monitored student attendance and occasionally filed truancy petitions for students with habitual absences.
- Participated in the Social Emotional Learning and College and Career Readiness committees.
Server
The Light Street Hotel
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
School Counselor Intern
Benton Area High School
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted students in setting realistic goals for academic achievement and personal growth, providing guidance and encouragement along the way.
- Maintained detailed records of counseling sessions and interventions to ensure continuity of care.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Administered the PSAT.
- Created and organized a schedule of fall college visits,
School Counselor Intern
Warrior Run Middle School
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating real-life situations and relatable examples in counseling sessions.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing personal, social, or academic challenges.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between peers, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Assisted and observed state testing procedures.
Education
Master of Arts - PK-12 School Counseling
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA12.2021
Skills
- Cultural Competency
- Conflict Mediation
- Individual and Family Support
- Student Advocacy
Timeline
School Counselor
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor Intern
Benton Area High School
08.2021 - 11.2021
Server
The Light Street Hotel
06.2021 - 06.2022
School Counselor Intern
Warrior Run Middle School
02.2021 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - PK-12 School Counseling
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
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