Michele Gause
Louisville,KY
Summary
Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed. Focused School Counselor with 13 years of success guiding students on academic and career decisions. Skilled at counseling students on methods for forging relationships and helping students navigate school life. Driven to support long-term goal achievement by linking students to outside resources to enhance education and career prospects.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Farnsley Middle School
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with other teachers and school staff to develop and implement school-wide initiatives
- Host and facilitate the inaugural virtual high school showcase for students and families applying to magnet and traditional schools resulting in an increase of high school applications by 15%
- Co-facilitate career exploration events involving local businesses, colleges/universities, and academic programming
- Provide academic advising to at-risk students, resulting in a decrease from 10% of students being retained to 0%.
School Counselor
Hebron Middle School
10.2015 - 04.2023
- Developed an evidence-based program to reduce bullying and aggression among middle school students, resulting in a 10% decrease in reported incidents.
- Developed strong relationships with community organizations for referrals, resources, or partnerships in support of student success initiatives.
- Led professional development workshops for faculty members on topics such as trauma-informed care, mental health awareness, and diversity training.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using data analysis techniques to inform improvements and adjustments based on student needs and feedback.
Elementary School Counselor
Saint Louis Public School District
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Created and maintained a Student Intervention Team (SIT) file for identified students
- Assist in the individual academic program planning of students in grades K-5th.
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where students felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
- Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
Education
EdD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development - Educational Administration
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY01.2023
Master of Arts - Counseling
Lindenwood University
St Louis, MO01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL01.2009
Skills
- Leadership
- Academic Advising
- Administration
- Professional Development
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration
- Rapport Building
- Cultural Awareness
- Student Support
- Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Student Advocacy
Certification
Standard Certificate for School Counselor, All Grades, 2026
Committees
- Crisis Response Team, 05/01/24, Current
- American School Counselor Association, 05/01/23, Current
- Kentucky School Counselor Association, 02/01/17, Current
- Legislative Day Team, 01/01/20, 01/01/20
- Kentucky Comprehensive School Counselor Model Task Force (KDE), 01/01/18, 10/01/19
- Scheduling Committee Chairperson, 11/01/15, 01/01/16
- Student Based Decision Making (SBDM) Member, 02/01/18, 06/01/22
Publications
Harnessing the Affordances of Action Researchers to Address the Challenges Of The Covid-19 Pandemic: Educational Leaders Take Action Research Online, Canadian Journal of Action Research, 23, 2, 2022
Timeline
School Counselor
Farnsley Middle School
04.2023 - Current
School Counselor
Hebron Middle School
10.2015 - 04.2023
Elementary School Counselor
Saint Louis Public School District
10.2012 - 05.2015
EdD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Development - Educational Administration
University of Louisville
Master of Arts - Counseling
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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