Patricia E. Hamilton
Katy
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven school counselor with expertise in academic guidance, social-emotional learning, and crisis intervention. Skilled in fostering student success through individualized support, collaboration with faculty, and family engagement. Committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that promotes personal growth and academic achievement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School SPED Teacher/ Case Manager
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
08.2025 - Current
- Partnered with the English/ Science department to implement differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners.
- Assisted in supporting students and aligning curriculum to state standards, promoting equity and rigor.
- Developed individualized education plans tailored to diverse student needs.
Middle School Lead Counselor
Seminole County Public Schools
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Established and enforced administration and district policies and school rules governing student behavior, attendance, and social emotional learning.
- Established and supervised individual counseling, peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs.
- Led development and implementation of counseling programs to support 1200 plus students well-being and academic success.
Employment Readiness Lead Supervisor
Center of Pursuit
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Used technology tools, PAES program to screen individuals for employment readiness.
- Collaborated with Texas Workforce Commission Job coaches and Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and procedures for 50 clients in a Community- Based Adult Program.
High School Special Education Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Developed individualized education plans (IEPs) for 20 plus students with disabilities, in collaboration with parents, other teachers, and support staff.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Monitor students’ progress and adjust instruction, accordingly, using data-driven decision making.
Elementary School Counselor
Marion County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Advocated for 450 plus student needs during multidisciplinary team meetings, influencing policy decisions impacting school wellness programs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive educational environments for all students.
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans to support student mental health.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Webster University
St. Louis, MO12-2007
Skills
- Strategic transition planning
- Documentation Skills
- Case Management
- Community Relations
- Career Planning
- Team Collaboration & Coaching
- Organizational Skills
- Academic Advising
- Training & Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Data Analysis
- Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Integration
- Supervision & Leadership
Websites
Certification
- Professional Certification Special Education EC-12 TX – 2029
- Professional Certification ESOL (English as Second Language) Supplement EC-12 TX - 2029
- Professional Certification School Counselor EC-12 TX - 2029
- Texas Workforce Commission Job Placement Specialist - 2025
Timeline
High School SPED Teacher/ Case Manager
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
08.2025 - Current
Middle School Lead Counselor
Seminole County Public Schools
08.2023 - 07.2025
Employment Readiness Lead Supervisor
Center of Pursuit
03.2022 - 03.2023
High School Special Education Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2018 - 03.2022
Elementary School Counselor
Marion County Public Schools
08.2015 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Webster University