Rynette Friesen
17132 Emiline St, Omaha,NE
Summary
Proactive Secondary School Counselor with extensive experience in crisis intervention, collaborative development of 504 plans, and maintaining detailed records for continuity of care. Skilled in facilitating emotional well-being, behavioral growth, and academic support through counseling and data-driven interventions. Bringing strong teamwork, relationship-building, and continuous professional development to advance student success.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary School Counselor
Millard Public Schools
2000.08 - 2025.06
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing urgent mental health concerns, connecting students to appropriate resources and creating safety plans within the school environment.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of 504 individualized student support plans.
- Maintained records on Synergy of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing comprehensive counseling services and addressing various concerns.
- Facilitated student behavioral growth by using data and developing appropriate interventions on the MTSS leadership team.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
- Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
Middle School Counselor
Bellevue Public Schools
1996.08 - 2000.05
- Collaborated with teachers and parents as the district special education representative for the development of individualized student support plans.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Built the master schedule for the building and managed all student schedules for my grade level.
Classroom Teacher
Wahoo Public Schools
1991.08 - 1996.05
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Taught English, Social Sciences and a career class.
Substitute Classroom Teacher
Varies Schools in Hamilton & York County
1990.08 - 1991.05
Classroom Teacher
Boone Country School
1988.08 - 1990.05
- Taught 5 grade through 8th grade students - all subjects.
- Taught art K - 8.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary School Counseling
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE1996-05
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Teaching
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE1988-05
Skills
- Self-Esteem Building
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Mental health awareness
- Multicultural Competence
- Suicide Prevention
- Social-emotional learning
- Stress management techniques
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
- National Certified School Counselor 2003 - 2025
- National Certified Counselor 1996 - 2025
- American School Counselor 1997 - 2025
Timeline
Secondary School Counselor
Millard Public Schools
2000.08 - 2025.06
Middle School Counselor
Bellevue Public Schools
1996.08 - 2000.05
Classroom Teacher
Wahoo Public Schools
1991.08 - 1996.05
Substitute Classroom Teacher
Varies Schools in Hamilton & York County
1990.08 - 1991.05
Classroom Teacher
Boone Country School
1988.08 - 1990.05
Master of Science - Secondary School Counseling
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Bachelor of Science - Middle School Teaching
University of Nebraska, Lincoln