Robert Servellon

Dedicated and compassionate school counselor committed to promoting students' academic success and social-emotional growth. Deeply passionate for education and student well-being, while striving to create a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student feels seen, heard, and empowered to thrive. Prioritize building meaningful relationships with students and their families, collaborating to support each child's unique academic journey and personal development.

Dutchess Community College- Associate of Science: General Studies

State University of New York at New Paltz- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology: Cum Laude

Liberty University- Master of Education: School Counseling

Poughkeepsie Middle School- Leave Replacement: February 2025-April 2025

Met with students daily to address academic concerns, behavioral challenges, attendance issues, and social-emotional development. Facilitated school transitions for students entering and exiting the middle school. Collaborated with parents and teachers through regular phone calls and meetings. Essential in creating effective support plans tailored to each student’s needs. Worked with outside agencies such as DASA, Youth Services, ASTOR, IDT-BOCES, CPS, and PINS, to help coordinate comprehensive care for students in need. Conducted classroom push-in lessons and provided direct instruction to students on essential skills, including self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and study strategies.

Union Vale Middle School- Internship: September 2024-December 2024

Worked directly with 6th and 8th grade students. Engaged with them throughout the school day to support their academic and social-emotional development. Provided individual counseling focused on goal setting related to academic performance and behavior. Led classroom guidance lessons to support students transitions successfully from 5th to 6th grade. Collaborated with school counselors and social workers to develop and implement effective student support strategies. Observed parent and team meetings for insight into the collaborative processes driving student success.

Arlington High School- Internship: January 2024-May 2024

Worked directly with 9th grade students. Offered daily ongoing academic and social-emotional support. Conducted individual counseling sessions focused on supporting students navigate the transition to high school. Created a Google Classroom platform to streamline communication and provide students with important resources. Analyzed academic and attendance data through detailed reports to help identify students in need of intervention. Developed a “Learning Styles and Study Strategies” guideline to support students in building effective academic habits. Observed multiple CSE meetings for deeper insight into the special education process and collaborative decision-making within a multidisciplinary team.

Beekman Elementary School- Internship: September 2023-December 2023

Worked with students in grades K–5, engaged daily to support their social and emotional development. Conducted counseling sessions with students across all grade levels, addressing a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Facilitated small groups with 5th grade students focused on developing a growth mindset, incorporating structured activities and lessons into each session. Collaborated closely with teachers and staff to identify student needs and implement effective, student-centered solutions.

Arlington High School- Baseball Coach: September 2020-Present

I’ve had the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with student-athletes by supporting not only their physical development but also the mental and emotional aspects of the game. I focus on helping players manage pressure, build confidence, and develop resilience; skills that extend beyond the field and into their personal and academic lives. I enjoy working with student-athletes to help them grow into the best versions of themselves, much like the work I do as a school counselor. This role has deepened my commitment to supporting students in different ways and strengthened my belief in the power of mentorship, encouragement, and personal growth through connection.

Praxis School Counselor (5421), NYSTCE 193-School Counselor, Standard First Aid, Professional Rescuer for Advanced CPR/AED Certification, CAIR, DASA, SAVE, NFHS Concussion, NYS Temporary Coaching License

1.  Mrs. Rachel Birsner
6th Grade School Counselor
Poughkeepsie Middle School
55 College Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Phone: (845) 453-6827
Email: rbirsner@poughkeepsieschools.org
Relationship: Unofficial mentor during my leave replacement experience.

2. Mrs. Lauren Wagner
School Psychologist
Beekman Elementary School
201 Lime Ridge Road
Poughquag, NY 12570
Phone: (914) 980-7504
Email: lwagner@acsdny.org
Relationship: Field supervisor for my school counseling internship.

3. Mrs. Julliet Coxum
8th Grade Principal
Poughkeepsie Middle School
55 College Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Phone: (845) 451-4800
Email: jcoxum@poughkeepsieschools.org
Relationship: Grade level principal during my leave replacement experience.

4. Mr. John Biasotti
High School Phys. Ed. Teacher/Varsity Baseball Coach
Arlington High School
1157 Route 55
Poughquag, NY 12540
Phone: (845) 518-2488
Email: jbiasotti@acsdny.org
Relationship: Head coach of the baseball team that I volunteer coach for.