SARAH E. BECKER
SUN PRAIRIE
Summary
I am an experienced Elementary School Counselor with 12 years of experience working in elementary schools. I possess excellent skills supporting the emotional and social needs of elementary school students to help them thrive. I am passionate about my work with students and take pride in being someone students connect well with. I utilize strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills to address student concerns effectively. I have a proven track record of creating nurturing environment through teamwork and program implementation. I believe in the importance of creating strong relationships with students, staff and parents to help students become their best selves.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-5 Elementary School Counselor
Rio Community School District
08.2021 - Current
- Implemented comprehensive K-5 school counseling curriculum designed to improve emotional intelligence throughout the school culture; participated on the implementation team and trained staff in the curriculum/program
- Participate on various building and district-level teams in a leadership role to create policies and procedures (RtI, attendance, etc.) that are conducive to helping students achieve their highest potential
- Enhance student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions
- Work with parents and school staff collaboratively to help students achieve at a high level
- Participate in a mental health consortium aimed to improve supports and outcomes for students needing mental health support; supervise school counseling interns as a part of this grant program
- Improve parental involvement by being a key player in a new Family Check-Up Program providing support and guidance for parents in developing positive parenting skills
K-5 School Counselor
Beaver Dam Unified School District, Prairie View Elementary School
08.2015 - 07.2021
- Provided Comprehensive School Counseling Services to approximately 480 students teaching classroom lessons to grades K-5 focusing on personal/social, academic and career development using Second Step Curriculum
- Taught diversity lessons and advocate for culturally sensitive practices
- Collaborated with District Pupil Services staff as well as classroom teachers, administrators, school social workers, school psychologist and parents
- Reviewed and collected data related to student need/growth for services and effectiveness of interventions
- Provided individual and group counseling using an RtI/PBIS model
- Participated on Tier 1 and Tier 2 PBIS teams and Problem Solving Team meetings and on the school crisis team
- District Trainer for: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI), the Nurtured Heart Approach and Trauma Informed Care approaches
K-6 School Counselor
Montello School District, Forest Lane Elementary School
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Provided Comprehensive School Counseling Services to approximately 400 K-6 students
- Taught classroom lessons to 4K-6 grades focusing on personal/social, academic and career development using Second Step curriculum as well as building my own curriculum
- Provided individual and group counseling
- Participated on Tier 1 PBIS/RtI teams
- Participated on the school crisis team
- Trained district staff in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) and the Nurtured Heart Approach
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
School Counseling Intern
Verona Area School District, Country View Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2013
- Counseled individuals and conducted small groups on a variety of topics including feelings management, self-esteem and friendship issues
- Taught classroom lessons to grades K-5 focusing on personal/social, academic and career development
- Provided crisis interventions as needed
- Participated in PBIS Tier 1 meetings and planning
- Implemented culturally sensitive practices and groups
- Worked with the high school counselor with her multi ethnic student group and attended various diversity training both within the District and community
- Attended diversity training and implemented practices
Special Needs Adoption Worker
Children's Service Society
10.2004 - 05.2012
- Conducted assessments and provided ongoing case management, counseling and crisis intervention services to children and families in the special needs adoption program
- Provided assessments related to home, community and academic functioning for children with emotional, behavioral and physical special needs
- Worked with diverse populations including ethnic, racial and religious diversity, LBGTQ population, a variety of socio-economic populations, diverse family situations and children with a wide range of emotional and physical special needs
- Participated in a leadership capacity in case management and multi-disciplinary team meetings; participated in educational meetings and problem-solved around school functioning issues
- Provided case management and crisis counseling services to families and children within the special needs adoption and foster care system
- Conducted informational meetings and trainings for prospective families related to Special Needs Adoption
Parent Advocate
Children's Service Society, FAST Program
09.2008 - 01.2010
- Coordinated and facilitated Youth Group for 6th grade students in FAST program emphasizing team and relationship building between students
- Worked with diverse populations ensuing that culturally sensitive practices were used in programming
- Facilitated relationship-building groups with parents and their children/students, helping them engage in open and respectful communication with one another
- Facilitated parent groups and recreational activities for elementary school children and their families involved in FAST program
Team Supervisor
FCP, Inc.
12.2000 - 07.2003
- Supervised a team of 13 employees in a Child Protective Services environment including the supervision of 3 mental health therapists and 7 case managers
- Provided weekly case reviews to ensure adequate services provided, attended staffings for case intake and other multi-disciplinary meetings, assisted case managers in assessing safety factors for children and made decisions on how to handle safety issues, facilitated team meetings and trainings for staff, attended weekly supervisor meetings, maintained a partial caseload, reviewed documentation and provided other supervisory tasks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Counseling: School Counseling Emphasis
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI05-2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work, minor in Criminal Justice
UW-Whitewater
Whitewater, WI01.1996
Skills
- Skilled educator teaching 4K-6th grades SEL curriculum (Second Step, RULER) with skills in classroom management
- Group and individual counseling skills
- Crisis management skills
- Excellent leadership abilities
- Served as school-wide and district trainer for NVCI, Nurtured Heart and Trauma Sensitive Schools
Certification
- 2019-present: Certified Trauma Sensitive Schools Trainer (Saint A)
- 2017-present: Certified Nurtured Heart Approach Trainer
- 2014-present: Certified Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trainer, CPI
- 2013: Completed Racial Justice Certificate (YMCA)
- 2013: Completed Restorative Practices Training
Leadership
- District Trainer for Trauma Sensitive Schools; NVCI; Nurtured Heart Approach
- PBIS Tier 1 Internal Coach
- Participation on Tier 1 and Tier 2 PBIS Team
- Participation on RtI District Team
- Participation on AMHE District Team
Timeline
K-5 Elementary School Counselor
Rio Community School District
08.2021 - Current
K-5 School Counselor
Beaver Dam Unified School District, Prairie View Elementary School
08.2015 - 07.2021
K-6 School Counselor
Montello School District, Forest Lane Elementary School
08.2013 - 07.2015
School Counseling Intern
Verona Area School District, Country View Elementary School
08.2012 - 06.2013
Parent Advocate
Children's Service Society, FAST Program
09.2008 - 01.2010
Special Needs Adoption Worker
Children's Service Society
10.2004 - 05.2012
Team Supervisor
FCP, Inc.
12.2000 - 07.2003
Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work, minor in Criminal Justice
UW-Whitewater
Bachelor of Science - Counseling: School Counseling Emphasis
UW-Whitewater
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