Rayminton Cuffee
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Dynamic School Counselor with 13 years at Chesapeake Public School, adept at crisis intervention and student advocacy. Expert in online testing platforms and classroom guidance, fostering positive relationships with families. Proven ability to enhance student readiness through engaging discussions and effective problem-solving skills, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Chesapeake Public School
08.2008 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
- Served as the SOL testing coordinator for 13 years, overseeing exam security, candidate check-ins, and testing protocols.
- Proctored standardized exams with strict adherence to Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) guidelines.
- Coordinated with faculty and technical support staff to troubleshoot testing software and hardware issues.
Child Care Director
YMCA Of South Hampton Roads
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - B.A. in History Degree
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2008
Master of Arts - Profession School Counseling
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2001
Skills
- Coping strategies
- Classroom guidance
- Individual and family support
- Diverse groups presentations
- Individual counseling
- Student advocacy
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Online Testing Platforms (eg, TestNav, PearsonAccess)
- Email and Calendar Management Tools
- Basic Troubleshooting & IT Coordination
Certification
- School Counseling Certification – Virginia
- CPR/First Aid Certified
Timeline
School Counselor
Chesapeake Public School
08.2008 - Current
Child Care Director
YMCA Of South Hampton Roads
08.2004 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - B.A. in History Degree
Norfolk State University
Master of Arts - Profession School Counseling
Norfolk State University
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