Michael Gorton
Middlesex
Summary
Proven School Counselor with 15 years of experience working with students from a variety of backgrounds. In my time at Marcus Whitman, I have shown the ability to work with students, teachers, and administrators to help our students achieve success. I have worked with almost every student in the high school and I have established relationships with several of our more difficult students. As the DASA coordinator, I have proven that I am able to discuss difficult situations with victims and alleged offenders, while maintaining a positive working relationship, something that is vital to being an assistant principal.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Marcus Whitman Central Sch Dis
Rushville
07.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal and social development needs.
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
- Monitored students' academic performance and progress, identifying those at risk of failing or dropping out.
- Consulted with administrators to create policies addressing student behavior concerns or disciplinary actions.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
- Placed students into academically appropriate classes after reviewing data and records.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- DASA coordinator - investigate all high school DASA reports and confer with administration on course of action
School Counselor
Geneva City School District
Geneva
07.2011 - 07.2021
- Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal and social development needs.
- Counseled students regarding variety of social, educational and interpersonal issues.
- Monitored students' academic performance and progress, identifying those at risk of failing or dropping out.
- Aided students in college and career readiness process, helping with course selection and career assessments.
- Consulted with administrators to create policies addressing student behavior concerns or disciplinary actions.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Advised students on course selection, college application processes, and scholarship opportunities to support their academic and career goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emotional, physical, or social distress.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
- Assisted families in understanding resources available within the community to address their needs.
- Established and enforced administration policies and rules governing student behavior.
Long Term Sub School Counselor
WFL BOCES
Flint
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Instructed individuals in job search and application strategies, resume writing and interview skills.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
- Served as a liaison between schools, families, agencies and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Established contacts with employers to create internship and employment opportunities for students.
Education
Master of Science - School Counselor
SUNY Brockport
Brockport05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Investigations
SUNY Canton
Canton05-2002
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Canton
Canton05-2000
Skills
- Professional referral network
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Individual and family support
- Mental health assessments
- Career advising
Affiliations
- Varsity, JV and Modified football coach - Marcus Whitman 2003-Present
- Varsity boys lacrosse coach - Marcus Whitman - 2022-2024
- Varsity, JV and Modified basketball coach - Geneva - 2018-2019
- Modified lacrosse coach - Geneva - 2019
- Modified lacrosse coach - Marcus Whitman - 2018
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Counselor
Marcus Whitman Central Sch Dis
07.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Geneva City School District
07.2011 - 07.2021
Long Term Sub School Counselor
WFL BOCES
08.2010 - 06.2011
Master of Science - School Counselor
SUNY Brockport
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Investigations
SUNY Canton
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
SUNY Canton
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