Michelle Banks
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Experienced school counselor with expertise in counseling students on mental health, academics, and interpersonal conflicts. Committed to empowering students to achieve success by offering guidance on career options, higher education choices, and life planning. Skilled at recognizing early warning signs of harmful behavior in students and providing preventive counseling. Demonstrated track record of consistently meeting established goals of the counseling program.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Counselor
Russell County Middle School
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for approximately 300 8th grade students per year in preparation for high school.
- Oversaw career and job fairs to connect students with area schools and employers.
- Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
School Counselor
Eufaula Primary School
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Plans and coordinates Character Education and Social Skills Activities
- Conducts Individual and Group Counseling Sessions
- Coordinates 'Red Ribbon Week' Activities
- PST (Problem Solving Team) — Team Member
- 504 Plan Coordinator- Assess students' eligibility for 504 Plans
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
School Counselor
Barbour County High School
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Enrolled and Withdrew students according to district's guidelines
- Served as the Family Engagement Coordinator
- Provided individual and group counseling as needed
School Counselor
Russell County Middle/High Schools
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Plans and coordinates Character Education and Social Skills Activities
- Conducts Individual and Group Counseling Sessions
- Coordinates 'Red Ribbon Week' Activities
- PST (Problem Solving Team) — Team Member
- Serves as the Parent/Teacher Liaison- At the request of parent, teachers or administrators, schedules and attend all Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Serves on the Leadership Team
- Assists with Dual Enrollment
- Assists students with 4-Year Plans
- Plan Career Day Activities
- Internship Supervisor for intern students
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
School Counselor
Clay County Schools
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Plans and coordinates Character Education and Social Skills Activities
- Conducts Individual and Group Counseling Sessions
- Coordinates 'Red Ribbon Week' Activities
- Team Leader of the Attendance Committee
- Schedules and conducts weekly meetings
- RTI Coordinator — Schedules and conduct meetings
- Hospital Homebound Coordinator- Schedules and conducts meetings, etc
- 504 Plan Coordinator- Schedules and conducts meetings, develop plans
- School Testing Coordinator- Assist the System/District's Coordinator with planning and logistics
- Trained staff on 'Test Security', Do's and Don't
- Served as the school's Social Work Liaison- Attend to the mental health and physical needs of all students
- Consults with the local Department of Family and Children Services, as well as the local Mental Health Agencies
- Serves as the school's Registrar/Record Clerk- Complete all tasks for enrollment and withdrawals
- Serves as the Parent/Teacher Liaison- At the request of parent teachers or administrators, schedules and attend all Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Serves on the Leadership Team, Parental Involvement Task Force Teams for the Elementary and Middle School, Serves on the District Leadership Team
- Serves as the Team Leader and Behavioral Specialist for the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support) Teams
Program Manager
Morehouse School of Medicine
07.2003 - 06.2007
- Supervised afterschool staff
- Served as the Liaison between Quitman County Elementary School and the Morehouse School of Medicine Staff
- Planned and coordinated services and activities for participating youth and their parents
- Conducted site visits for Sub-Contractors
- Assisted the Morehouse School of Medicine with Grant Writing Procedures such as conducting Need Assessments and submitting Work Plans
Coordinator
Quitman County Family Connections
06.2002 - 07.2003
- Supported Community Collaboration in the decision-making process
- Assisted the Collaborative Team in developing and implementing their Strategic Plan
- Scheduled Monthly Meetings with Community Leaders
Education
Masters of Science - School Counseling
Troy University
Phenix City, Al12.2012
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, Ga06.1996
Associate of Arts - undefined
Andrew College
Cuthbert, Ga06.1992
Skills
- Suicide prevention
- Individual counseling
- Mental health support
- Problem solving techniques
- Special education support
- Career guidance
- Social-emotional learning
- Academic advising
- Student advocacy
- Study skills development
- Group counseling
- Problem-solving abilities
- Crisis intervention
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Counsel individuals
Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid, 01/04/2016
- De-escalation / Mindset Curriculum, 02/04/2016
- Counselor Workshops, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Classroom Management / Effective Educators Seminar, Baton Rouge, LA, 07/20
Committees
- RCMS Leadership Team, since 2020
- Auburn University Counseling Advisory Board, 2024
Recognitions
- Clay County Schools Support Person of the Year, 2016-2017
- Clay County Schools Employee of the Week, 09/05/2016
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
Russell County Middle School
08.2020 - Current
School Counselor
Eufaula Primary School
08.2019 - 03.2020
School Counselor
Barbour County High School
08.2018 - 05.2019
School Counselor
Russell County Middle/High Schools
01.2016 - 08.2018
School Counselor
Clay County Schools
01.2014 - 12.2016
Program Manager
Morehouse School of Medicine
07.2003 - 06.2007
Coordinator
Quitman County Family Connections
06.2002 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Social Work - undefined
Fort Valley State University
Associate of Arts - undefined
Andrew College
- Youth Mental Health First Aid, 01/04/2016
- De-escalation / Mindset Curriculum, 02/04/2016
- Counselor Workshops, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Classroom Management / Effective Educators Seminar, Baton Rouge, LA, 07/20
Masters of Science - School Counseling
Troy University
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