Nisha Ali-Kash
Stanhope,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and knowledgeable School Counselor with over 3 years of experience guiding adolescents through critical developmental transitions. Successful in implementing conflict resolution strategies and fostering positive change within diverse school environments. Expertise in bullying prevention, academic planning, and facilitating personal growth establishes a strong foundation for empowering students to thrive. Committed to creating supportive and inclusive spaces that promote emotional well-being and academic success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Extended School Year School Counselor
The Calais School
Whippany, NJ
07.2026 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Developmental Counselor
Positive Development
Parsippany, NJ
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care and service delivery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
School Counselor (Leave Replacement)
Great Meadows Middle School
Great Meadows, NJ
04.2026 - 08.2026
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Middle/High School Counselor (Leave Replacement)
The Calais School
Whippany, NJ
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies, providing immediate support during emergencies or distressing situations.
- Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
Middle School Counselor and 504 Coordinator (Leave Replacement)
Byram Intermediate School
Byram, NJ
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of individualized student support plans.
- Assisted with the development of school policies that fostered a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Maintained detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive counseling services and addressing various concerns.
Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification
Hackettstown Middle School
Hackettstown, NJ
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification
Hackettstown Willow Grove Elementary School
Hackettstown, NJ
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance to ensure a positive learning environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
School Counseling Practicum
Hackettstown High School
Hackettstown, NJ
08.2023 - 12.2023
- School Counseling Practicum through Centenary University; 600 hours
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Centenary University
Hackettstown, NJ05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Centenary College
Hackettstown, NJ05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - History
Centenary College
Hackettstown, NJ05-2004
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Social-emotional learning support
- Crisis intervention and conflict resolution
- Student assessment and progress monitoring
- Knowledge of 504 plans and MTSS frameworks
- Family and community outreach
- Active listening and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Cultural awareness and inclusivity
- Professional ethics and confidentiality
Counseling Experience
- Extended School Year School Counselor, The Calais School, 07/01/26, 08/01/26
- School Counselor (Leave Replacement), Great Meadows Middle School, 04/01/26, 08/01/26
- Developmental Counselor, Positive Development, 03/01/23, Present
- Middle/High School Counselor (Leave Replacement), The Calais School, 06/01/25, 12/01/25
- Middle School Counselor and 504 Coordinator (Leave Replacement), Byram Intermediate School, 12/01/24, 05/01/25
- Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification, Hackettstown Middle School, 08/01/24, 11/01/24
- Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification, Hackettstown Willow Grove Elementary School, 12/01/23, 06/01/24
Affiliations
- AMERICAN SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSOCIATION
- NEW JERSEY SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSOCIATION
- NEW JERSEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (NJEA)
Practicum
Hackettstown High School, School Counseling Practicum through Centenary University; 600 hours, 08/01/23, 12/01/23
Certification
NJ STATE CERTIFIED SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Timeline
Extended School Year School Counselor
The Calais School
07.2026 - Current
School Counselor (Leave Replacement)
Great Meadows Middle School
04.2026 - 08.2026
Middle/High School Counselor (Leave Replacement)
The Calais School
06.2025 - 12.2025
Middle School Counselor and 504 Coordinator (Leave Replacement)
Byram Intermediate School
12.2024 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification
Hackettstown Middle School
08.2024 - 11.2024
Paraprofessional with School Counselor Certification
Hackettstown Willow Grove Elementary School
12.2023 - 06.2024
School Counseling Practicum
Hackettstown High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Developmental Counselor
Positive Development
03.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Centenary University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Centenary College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Centenary College