Sharien Muhammad
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
Dynamic education professional with extensive experience at Clayton County Public Schools, excelling in student counseling and program management. Proven track record in leading data-driven initiatives that enhance graduation rates and support at-risk students. Skilled in crisis management and team leadership, fostering collaborative environments for academic success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orange Duffel Bag Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Developed transition plans and provided individualized graduation support for students in foster care, ensuring successful navigation to post-graduation opportunities.
Professional Lead Counselor
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2014 - Current
- Lead implementation of a comprehensive, data-driven counseling program aligned with district and ASCA standards.
- Managed counseling department of 4 counselors, registrar, secretary, and student aides to ensure effective operations.
- Monitor graduation audits, credit accrual, and cohort progression to ensure on-time completion.
- Collaborate with administration on master scheduling and equitable course access.
- Analyze academic and attendance data to guide targeted interventions.
- Support testing coordination, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder communication.
- Led crisis response efforts and engaged parents and staff to foster community involvement and support systems.
Gear Up Coordinator
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed federal grant program to enhance college readiness and enrollment for students.
- Coordinated college tours and financial aid workshops, tracking outcomes to assess program effectiveness.
- Coordinated schedules and events for school programs and activities.
- Facilitated communication between staff, students, and parents.
- Organized training sessions for new staff members.
School Counselor
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Delivered academic, career, and social-emotional counseling services to 500–650 students annually.
- Facilitated intervention groups and collaborated on master scheduling, improving credit recovery strategies and student outcomes.
- Conducted workshops on graduation requirements, financial aid, attendance, and retention, enhancing student understanding and support.
Guidance Counselor & Assistant to Center Administrator
New York City Board of Education – Alternative High School Division
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Delivered academic and postsecondary counseling to empower at-risk students in achieving educational goals.
- Executed retention and dropout prevention initiatives to enhance student engagement and success.
- Developed master schedule to optimize resource allocation and support daily operations.
Education
Doctoral Candidate - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN01.2027
Ed.S. - Counseling Education & Supervision
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA07-2013
Advanced Certification - Marriage & Family Counseling
Argosy University
Atlanta, GA05-2009
Advanced Study - School Administration & Supervision
City College of New York
New York, NY05-2002
M.A. - Counseling & Guidance
New York University
New York, NY09-1997
B.A. - Organizational Communication
New York University
New York, NY01-1994
Skills
- Student counseling
- Academic advising
- Crisis management
- Program coordination
- Program Management
- Program evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
Affiliations
- American School Counselor Association
- Georgia School Counselor Association
- Georgia Association of Educators
- National Alliance of Black School Educators (Life Member)
- Association of Black Educators of New York (Life Member)
Recognition
- Clayton County Board of Education, Certificate of Commendation, 2010, 2017
- Bronx Outreach Academy, Outstanding Service Award
Leadership Strengths
- Department supervision and team leadership
- Graduation and cohort monitoring systems
- Master schedule development
- Postsecondary planning and scholarship advocacy
- Federal grant compliance
- Crisis response coordination
- Family and community engagement
- Data-informed school improvement
References
References available upon request.
Certification
GPSC Certification: L6, S6 – Educational Leadership & School Counseling (K–12)
Timeline
Orange Duffel Bag Coach
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2023 - Current
Gear Up Coordinator
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2018 - 01.2022
Professional Lead Counselor
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2014 - Current
School Counselor
Clayton County Public Schools
01.2005 - 01.2014
Guidance Counselor & Assistant to Center Administrator
New York City Board of Education – Alternative High School Division
01.1997 - 01.2003
Doctoral Candidate - Educational Leadership
American College of Education
Ed.S. - Counseling Education & Supervision
University of West Georgia
Advanced Certification - Marriage & Family Counseling
Argosy University
Advanced Study - School Administration & Supervision
City College of New York
M.A. - Counseling & Guidance
New York University
B.A. - Organizational Communication
New York University