Rebecca Meeks
Lubbock,Texas
Summary
Compassionate School Counselor focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Gifted in counseling, student advocacy and preventive education to meet the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Delicate in handling issues involving cultural and socioeconomic differences. Strong organizational, team and student-groups leadership talents. Proficient program manager with key strengths in planning and integration.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Counselor
Lubbock ISD
08.2020 - Current
- Provided guidance to students on academic and personal challenges, fostering a supportive environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized counseling plans addressing student needs and goals.
- Facilitated workshops on social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional wellness for students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create strategies that support student success and well-being.
- Led crisis intervention efforts, ensuring immediate support during critical situations affecting students.
- Increased parent involvement in their child's education by hosting informative events that encouraged collaboration between home and school environments.
- Assisted in college and career planning by conducting informational sessions and providing resources to students and families.
- Led professional development workshops for faculty members on topics such as trauma-informed care, mental health awareness, and diversity training.
Elementary School Teacher
Lubbock ISD
08.2004 - 07.2020
Behavior Facilitator
Lubbock ISD
08.2001 - 07.2004
Education
Counselor Certification - School Counselor
Region 4 Inspire Texas Counselor Internship
Houston, TX03.2026
Master of Arts - Education
Wayland Baptist University
Lubbock, TX12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 General Education
Wayland Baptist University
Lubbock, TX12.2004
Skills
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Academic Advisement & Counseling
- Career guidance
- Conflict mediation
- Multicultural competence
- Rational problem solving
- Data analysis and reporting
- Individual counseling
Accomplishments
- Effective Advising Framework Steering Committee
- Counseling Task Force
- Campus Leadership Team member
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
Lubbock ISD
08.2020 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Lubbock ISD
08.2004 - 07.2020
Behavior Facilitator
Lubbock ISD
08.2001 - 07.2004
Counselor Certification - School Counselor
Region 4 Inspire Texas Counselor Internship
Master of Arts - Education
Wayland Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 General Education
Wayland Baptist University
Leadership and & District Level Involvement
Lead Campus Testing Coordinator
Special Services Counselor
CCMR & AVID Event Coordinator
Mentor Counselor
AVID Site Team Coordinator