MICHELE DE PASCALE
Morris Knolls High School
Butler,NJ
19
years of professional experience
Educator equipped with comprehensive hands on school counseling and higher education experience. I possess a strong commitment to curriculum delivery, student mentorship, and overall academic excellence. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to diverse student needs. Reliable team player focused on achieving measurable outcomes and enhancing student success.
Work History
School Counselor
18 Years 11 Months- Provide culturally responsive, student-centered counseling to a diverse high school population, promoting academic success, social-emotional well-being, and equitable access to educational opportunities.
- Facilitate individualized college and career counseling by partnering with students and families to establish academic, career, and postsecondary goals.
- Participate in Child Study Team, 504 and I&RS meetings to advocate for students, coordinate services, and ensure compliance with IEP, 504 and I&RS plan accommodations.
- Analyze student performance data to identify trends and recommend interventions for at-risk individuals.
- Respond to student crises by conducting risk assessments, implementing crisis protocols, and coordinating referrals to internal and external support services.
- Partner with community agencies, mental health providers, and external support services to coordinate comprehensive interventions that addressed students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Guide students in developing and changing their schedules to meet their graduation and college/career goals.
- Collaborate with students to craft personalized letters of recommendation that reflected their unique experiences, goals, and achievements.
- Led initiatives to design and implement school-wide programs promoting mental health awareness and emotional well-being.
- Special responsibilities include: College Fair Co-Coordinator, Naviance Administrator, Financial Aid Liaison, Guidance Website Administrator, Crisis Intervention Committee, 504 Committee Representative, I&RS Committee Member
Adjunct Professor-Educational Psychology
5 Years- Instructed undergraduate and graduate level courses on adolescent development, integrating psychological theory and cross-cultural perspectives to prepare students for work in diverse educational and counseling settings.
- Taught foundational theories of learning and cognition, emphasizing their application to instructional planning, classroom decision-making, and evidence-based educational practice.
- Designed and facilitated practice-based learning experiences using written case studies, classroom simulations, video case analyses, and lesson plan evaluations to help students apply learning and cognitive theories to authentic classroom settings.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments including exams, assignments and applied projects
- Provided ongoing and individualized feedback, supporting student learning, engagement, and achievement of course objectives.
- Reviewed and updated program materials to ensure departmental resources remained current, accurate, and aligned with program goals and standards.
- Mentored students through academic challenges, fostering critical thinking skills.
- Fostered a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment that supported student engagement, belonging, and academic success in the college classroom.
Education
School Culture and Violence Certificate
+30 graduate credits
Master of Education
- School Counseling Certification
- Nationally Certified Counselor
- Supervisor Certificate
NJ State Certification
Certification: Elementary Education (K-8)
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Skills
Professional ethics
Adaptability and flexibility
Effective communication
Organizational skills
Critical thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Student counseling
Online learning tools
Course development
Differentiated instruction
Student performance evaluation
Diversity awareness
Subject matter expertise
Timeline
Adjunct Professor-Educational Psychology
Drew University
06.2013 - 06.2018Read More
School Counselor
Morris Knolls High School
09.2007 - CurrentRead More
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts from Communications
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New Jersey Department of Education
NJ State Certification
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University of LaVerne
School Culture and Violence Certificate
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William Paterson University
Master of Education
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