Sarah Sorenson
STANLEY,ND
Summary
Experienced 7th–12th grade school counselor with a strong background in academic planning, career guidance, and student support. Skilled in collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators to create effective support plans. Experienced in counseling, crisis intervention, and delivering classroom lessons that support student growth and readiness.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
7th - 12th Grade School Counselor
Stanley Public School District
Stanley, North Dakota
08.2014 - Current
- Guided secondary students through academic course planning and class selection.
- Advised students on course selection based on interests and future goals.
- Facilitated college and career guidance sessions, helping students navigate options using school counseling resources.
- Provided individual and group counseling to support students' personal, social, educational, and career development.
- Provided support during student counseling sessions for social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Responded to student crises and provided immediate counseling support
- Developed crisis intervention plans for students facing extreme distress or traumatic events.
- Worked with teachers, parents, and administrators on student support plans.
- Delivered classroom lessons on study skills, conflict resolution, and well-being, enhancing students' academic and personal growth.
Stanley Elementary School Counselor
Stanley Public School District
Stanley, ND
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Provided individual counseling to students in elementary school setting
- Led small-group sessions on social skills, behavior, and emotional regulation
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance classroom behavior and address student needs
- Consulted with parents on student concerns, progress, and support plans
- Coordinated crisis response and student safety support across school day
- Delivered engaging classroom lessons on conflict resolution, respect, and self-management to foster a positive school environment
- Created and implemented Character Counts, Anti-Bullying, and Red Ribbon lessons and assemblies to promote student awareness and community values
Elementary Teacher
Stanley Public School District
STANLEY, ND
08.2003 - 05.2011
- Taught reading, math, writing, science, and social studies concepts.
- Assessed student work and adjusted instruction for individual learning needs.
- Managed classroom routines, behavior expectations, and student transitions.
- Created hands-on activities using classroom materials and educational resources.
- Communicated with parents, guardians, and support staff about student progress.
- Collaborated with school teams to support student development and classroom support.
Education
Master of Arts - K-12 School Counseling
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2013
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN12-2000
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Social-emotional learning support
- Student assessment and progress monitoring
- Career readiness
- Academic course planning
- Student behavior management
Affiliations
- Stanley Area for Kids President, August 2017 to Present
- Student Council Advisor, August 2025 to Present
- Confirmation Mentor and Worship leader at Prairie Lutheran Parish and currently Disciple Lutheran Parish, August 2011 to Present
Timeline
7th - 12th Grade School Counselor
Stanley Public School District
08.2014 - Current
Stanley Elementary School Counselor
Stanley Public School District
08.2011 - 05.2014
Elementary Teacher
Stanley Public School District
08.2003 - 05.2011
Master of Arts - K-12 School Counseling
University of North Dakota
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Minnesota State University Moorhead