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Nuria Casamitjana

Nuria Casamitjana

Davie,FL

Summary

  • Driven School Counseling professional committed to aiding youth in overcoming academic, social and mental health challenges to realize individual strengths and success.
  • 30 years of experience in the field of education, 18 years as a school counselor
  • Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being.
  • Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventative education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students.
  • Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
  • Dedicated educator determined to help all students grow academically, socially and behaviorally.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Broward County Schools
01.2007 - Current
  • Assisted in developing school-wide policies around bullying prevention efforts that led to a decrease in reported incidents.
  • Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
  • Led efforts in creating a student recognition program that celebrated academic achievements and positive behavior within the school community.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations and businesses to provide an array of resources to benefit the school community.
  • Improved parental involvement by organizing informative workshops and maintaining open lines of communication between home and school environments.
  • Organized and developed community and school activities to enhance student learning and engage students.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.

Elementary School Psychologist

Centro Educaivo Albatros
09.1993 - 06.1996


  • Counseled teachers, administrators and guardians on the developmental abilities, behavior problems, and educational needs of students.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
  • Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
  • Planned and executed activities to promote academic, social, emotional and behavioral development.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources for ongoing support.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, offering constructive feedback, and maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues.
  • Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.

Education

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
12.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Universidad Anahuac
Mexico, United States
06.1992

Skills

  • Active participation in Positive Behavior Interventions
  • Effectively working and collaborating with staff, students and families
  • Encourage intellectual, social, emotional and behavioral development
  • Solutions-focused
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Individual and family support
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Group Counseling
  • Attention to Detail
  • Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Time management abilities
  • Interpersonal Skills

Timeline

School Counselor

Broward County Schools
01.2007 - Current

Elementary School Psychologist

Centro Educaivo Albatros
09.1993 - 06.1996

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Universidad Anahuac

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