Sarah Slaughter Harper
Gilbert
Summary
Skilled educator and counseling professional with a solid background in training and program development. Proven track record in creating engaging and personalized programs that meet the goals of a diverse group of stakeholders. Passionate about the expansion of knowledge and application of current best practices through professional development and a diverse network of colleagues. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Trainer/ Consultant
Southwest Human Development
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced group training sessions with diverse exercises, catering to various fitness levels and abilities.
- Educated clients on proper nutrition and exercise techniques for optimal results.
- Assisted clients in overcoming barriers to physical activity by offering practical solutions and providing ongoing encouragement.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through participation in industry conferences, workshops, and certifications, enhancing service offerings for clients.
Middle School Teacher
Ridgeline Academy, Legacy Traditional, EduPrize
07.2019 - 04.2023
- A full-time classroom teacher, teaching 6th grade Social Studies
- Develop lessons and instruct 6th grade students on Social Studies Learning Standards and grade level expectations
- Establish rapport with students, parents and critical family members, faculty, and staff
- Enhance student engagement for learning Social Studies through maintaining collaborative learning in the classroom
- Observe, plan, teach, and assess practice to inform and modify instruction for multi-cultural classes with many levels of ability
COUNSELOR
ALLIANCE COUNSELING ASSOCIATES
01.2018 - 10.2018
- A full-time counselor for adult and child clients in an outpatient setting
- Facilitated individual, family, and group sessions with adult and child clients suffering from a variety of mental and emotional health issues, as well as parenting support and training
- Used various talk therapy and play therapy techniques according to client need
- Provide collaborative co-treatment with other clinicians as needed
- Completed documentation such as session notes, intake notes, treatment plans, and termination paperwork in a timely manner
COUNSELOR
POTTER CHILDRENS HOME & FAMILY MINISTRIES
08.2013 - 04.2015
- A full-time counselor for adult and child clients in a voluntary residential setting
- Facilitated individual, family, and group sessions with adult and child clients suffering from a variety of mental and emotional health issues, as well as parenting support and training for parents
- Used various talk therapy and play therapy techniques according to client need
- Completed documentation such as session notes, intake notes, treatment plans, and termination paperwork in a timely manner
- Communicated with schools, and other community agencies
- Conducted interviews of applicants for potential placement in the program
COUNSELING INTERN
LINDSEY WILSON COLLEGE COUNSELING CENTER
12.2011 - 07.2012
- A counseling intern with direct contact with patients in an outpatient counseling center, under clinical supervision
- Facilitated individual, couple, and family sessions with clients suffering from a variety of mental and emotional health issues
- Completed documentation such as session notes, intake notes, treatment plans, and termination paperwork in a timely manner
- Communicated with schools, probation officers, DCBS, etc
- Managed scheduling of counseling services and documentation for other graduate students seeing clients at the center
COUNSELING INTERN
CUMBERLAND HALL HOSPITAL
08.2011 - 11.2011
- A counseling intern with direct contact with patients in an inpatient mental health hospital setting, under clinical supervision
- Facilitated individual, couple, and family sessions with clients suffering from a variety of mental and emotional health issues, many related to military service
- Completed documentation such as session notes, intake notes, treatment plans, and termination paperwork in a timely manner
- Managed scheduling of counseling services and documentation for other graduate students seeing clients at the center
TEACHER
TRIGG COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2008 - 10.2010
- A full-time classroom teacher, teaching 8th grade Reading, ELA, and Advanced Reading
- Developed lessons and instructed 8th grade students on ELA and Reading Learning Standards and grade level expectations
- Established rapport with students, parents and critical family members, faculty, and staff
- Enhanced engagement for learning ELA and Reading through maintaining collaborative learning in the classroom environment
- Observed, planned, taught, and assessed practice to inform and modify instruction for multi-cultural classes with many levels of ability
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - COUNSELING AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY12.2012
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MIDDLE GRADES EDUCATION
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12.2007
Skills
- Designed and delivered engaging learning programs in diverse formats classrooms, online, workshops) for audiences with diverse needs
- Evaluated the effectiveness of learning programs and made data-divan improvements
- Designed, coordinated, and implemented comprehensive training programs aligned with organizational goals and strategic initiatives
- Provided consultation and support to stakeholders on learning and development initiatives
- Analyzed learning data to develop comprehensive reports on program effectiveness
- Used data to inform decision making and continuous improvement of learning programs
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with experience partnering across teams and departments
- Developed high quality training materials, presentations, job aids, and e-learning modules
- Effectively managed stakeholder relationships, building trust and collaboration
- Exceptional problem solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify root causes and implement effective solutions
Certification
- Arizona, Teacher License
- Arizona, Associate Counselor License, Awaiting Completion
- Kentucky, Licensed Professional Counseling Associate, lapsed
Timeline
Mental Health Trainer/ Consultant
Southwest Human Development
05.2023 - Current
Middle School Teacher
Ridgeline Academy, Legacy Traditional, EduPrize
07.2019 - 04.2023
COUNSELOR
ALLIANCE COUNSELING ASSOCIATES
01.2018 - 10.2018
COUNSELOR
POTTER CHILDRENS HOME & FAMILY MINISTRIES
08.2013 - 04.2015
COUNSELING INTERN
LINDSEY WILSON COLLEGE COUNSELING CENTER
12.2011 - 07.2012
COUNSELING INTERN
CUMBERLAND HALL HOSPITAL
08.2011 - 11.2011
TEACHER
TRIGG COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
01.2008 - 10.2010
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MIDDLE GRADES EDUCATION
Western Kentucky University
MASTER OF EDUCATION - COUNSELING AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Lindsey Wilson College
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