Natalie Ann Preston
Mabank,TX
Summary
Accessible and compassionate High School Counselor with years of experience providing guidance to students regarding academic achievement, social behavior, as well as mental and physical health. Skilled in natural leadership to motivate and inspire students to work hard and reach their fullest potential.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Counselor
Mabank ISD: Mabank High School
MABANK, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Counseled students on academic, career and college planning options.
- Developed relationships with colleges, universities and employers to provide resources for students.
- Advised students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Monitored student progress through review of transcripts, test scores and attendance records.
- Facilitated small group meetings to discuss social and emotional issues affecting the student body.
- Served as liaison between school administration, community organizations and families.
- Provided crisis management services during times of emergency or distress.
- Implemented activities designed to foster an inclusive environment among all members of the school community.
- Participated actively in parent-teacher and IEP conferences, advocating for students.
- Guided students concerning academic goals, occupation preferences and college requirements.
- Supported students, individually and in groups with developing academic, career and social skills.
High School Counselor
Austin ISD: Akins High School
Austin, TX
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Counseled students on academic, career and college planning options.
- Assisted in developing and implementing student intervention plans.
- Provided individual and group counseling to support student success.
- Created a comprehensive guidance curriculum for high school students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify at-risk students who require additional support.
- Advised students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Monitored student progress through review of transcripts, test scores and attendance records.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions including assessments, referrals, follow-up activities.
- Served as liaison between school administration, community organizations and families.
Middle School Counselor
Austin ISD: Lamar Middle School
Austin, TX
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Promoted and enhanced student achievement through academic, personal/social, and college/career guidance
- Responsible for academic scheduling of students and ensuring they met grade specific and general requirements
- Provided individual counseling, focusing on various topics such as school success, family changes, anger management, social skills, and friendship skills
- Collaborated with the campus SEL counselor to provide students with guidance lessons, mindfulness strategies, and resources
- Supported parents and guardians with counseling referrals as well as district referrals to the Licensed Mental Health Professional in order to meet needs and support families
- Collaborated with various community service organizations to implement community outreach programs for at-risk students
- Implemented district Crisis Protocols, as needed and collaborated with families in providing support for students during and outside of school
- Served as 504 Coordinator, facilitating meetings and constructing accommodation plans.
English Language Arts Teacher
Austin ISD: Lamar Middle School
Austin, TX
08.2014 - 06.2019
- Integrated literacy strategies into classroom instruction to advance learner comprehension and reading fluency
- Interacted with parents, teachers, and administrators, establishing an open oral and written communication
- Provided Reading Intervention Support through the use of curriculum planning in order to increase students' academic achievement
- Served as campus Dyslexia Designee, conducting core screeners and communicating information to 504 Coordinator; Coordinated and implemented ELL testing and strategies with staff
- Collaborated with the inclusion teacher and support staff to provide accommodations for students with disabilities.
English Language Arts Teacher
Aldine Ninth Grade Center
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Implemented engaging lessons in English Language Arts, provided extra help and assisted students with homework before and after school as well as Saturday School
- Consistently communicated with families to encourage participation and collaboration in supporting students
- Monitored and evaluated student performance and progress to inform and adjust instruction
- Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as cooperative learning strategies, differentiation, and class demonstrations
- Provided classroom accommodations and modifications in compliance with students with Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans.
Middle School Discipline Coordinator/ TOEFL Instructor/ ELA Teacher
Global Vision Center
Eumseong, South Korea
08.2007 - 07.2009
- Established clear objectives for all lessons through the SIOP model
- Created lesson plans in accordance with Texas state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep families up-to-date with student progress
- Provided additional academic support for students through after school tutorials.
Education
MEd, Education -
DePaul University
05.2012
Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications -
Lee University
05.2007
Skills
- Academic advising
- Individualized Education Plans
- Individual Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Career advising
- Cultural Competency
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Relationship Development
- Career Planning
Certification
- School Counselor Certificate EC-12
- English Language Arts and Reading 4-12
- English as a Second Language 4-12
References
Upon Request
Timeline
High School Counselor
Mabank ISD: Mabank High School
07.2022 - Current
High School Counselor
Austin ISD: Akins High School
07.2021 - 06.2022
Middle School Counselor
Austin ISD: Lamar Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2021
English Language Arts Teacher
Austin ISD: Lamar Middle School
08.2014 - 06.2019
English Language Arts Teacher
Aldine Ninth Grade Center
08.2012 - 06.2014
Middle School Discipline Coordinator/ TOEFL Instructor/ ELA Teacher
Global Vision Center
08.2007 - 07.2009
MEd, Education -
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications -
Lee University
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