NyJaisha Washington
Randolph,MA
Summary
Determined School Counselor Intern with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counseling Intern
John D. O' Bryant
Boston, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration
School Adjustment Counselor Intern
Plouffe Academy
Brockton, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises
Support Teacher
Milton Academy, Milton
Milton, MA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety
- Supervising and support students in classes in which faculty member is remote or absent
School Counselor Intern
Tech Boston Academy
Boston , MA
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni and administration
- Counseled students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests and educational goals
- Assisted high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks
Workforce Navigator
YW3CA Ameri Corps DAWN
Pottstown, PA
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Advised individuals on job search strategies, resume development and interviewing
- Conducted mock interviews and worked with job seekers to develop and enhance networking skills
- Worked with team to continuously improve career and placement opportunities for adults
- Administered various career and personality assessments to clients to help determine career cluster and career interest matching
Peer Mentor/Teaching Assistant
The Lincoln University
Lincoln University, PA
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness and assign grades, recorded results and informed teacher of performance
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school’s curriculum, goals, objectives and philosophies
- Implemented tutoring sessions
Student Facilitator
Third Antioch
Philadelphia, PA
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
- Assisted students with assignments ranging from preschool to twelfth grade
- Tutored students (ages 5-18) in core subjects
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Human Services
Lincoln University
Lincoln University, PA05.2020
Skills
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Student-centered learning
- Career Planning
- Classroom Observation
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Management
- Problem Solving
- Transcript Review
- Emotional Support
- Student Records Maintenance
- Mental Health Referrals
- Letters of Recommendation
- Financial Aid Applications
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
John D. O' Bryant
09.2021 - Current
School Adjustment Counselor Intern
Plouffe Academy
09.2021 - Current
School Counselor Intern
Tech Boston Academy
02.2021 - 05.2021
Support Teacher
Milton Academy, Milton
10.2020 - 06.2021
Workforce Navigator
YW3CA Ameri Corps DAWN
01.2020 - 08.2020
Student Facilitator
Third Antioch
10.2018 - 12.2018
Peer Mentor/Teaching Assistant
The Lincoln University
08.2018 - 04.2020
Master of Education - School Counseling
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Human Services
Lincoln University