Patricia Halpin
Plainview,NY
Summary
Dedicated school counselor with a track record in crisis intervention, educational assessment, and conflict resolution. Committed to fostering student advocacy and collaboration to enhance academic and emotional well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
DOE William Cullen Bryant HS
Long Island City, New York
09.2006 - 01.2025
- Assisted students with academic and personal concerns in a supportive environment.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to promote social skills and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized student support plans.
- Coordinated with parents to address student needs and provide guidance services.
- Identified at-risk students to provide support for successful academic experience and personal growth.
- Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to students in order to discuss academic, social and emotional issues.
- Served as a liaison between schools, families, agencies and other stakeholders involved in providing appropriate supports for students.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners.
- Designed and delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on topics such as bullying prevention, study skills, and college readiness.
- Organized and conducted workshops for parents on topics related to adolescent development, parenting strategies, and educational planning.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
CUNY Queens College
Flushing, NY05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-1991
Skills
- Counseling techniques
- Educational assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Conflict resolution
- Data analysis
- Student advocacy
- Parent engagement
- Interpersonal skills
Affiliations
I enjoy traveling and learning how to play pickleball. I'm an avid reader, as well as focusing on maintaining a good physical and mental health.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Counselor
DOE William Cullen Bryant HS
09.2006 - 01.2025
Master of Science - School Counseling
CUNY Queens College
Bachelor of Science - Education
SUNY Fredonia