Sharlisa Mason

• Develop and implement a comprehensive guidance program that addresses college and career readiness, academic support, and personal/social development.
• Collaborate with grade-level departments and faculty/staff to implement school-wide programs promoting mental health awareness and the overall well-being and learning of students.
• Member of the Leadership, Attendance, and Social Emotional Learning Teams.
• Department Grade Manager duties are to monitor, check, and input quarterly grades for progress reports and report cards.
• Actively participated in IEP meetings with parents, educators, administrators, and other professionals involved in a student's care.
• Provide individual counseling to students with various academic, social, and emotional issues.
• Established a trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in the school counseling process.
• Facilitate and coordinate monthly School Instructional Team (SIT) meetings with grades 6-8 teachers.
• Case Manager of the 504 Plans, Functional Behavioral Assessment, and Behavioral Intervention Plans.
• Coordinator/facilitator of Career Day activities, Red Ribbon Week, and PEACE Week.
• Monitor student attendance and inform parents or guardians of their absences.
• Conducted individual/group counseling sessions to support students' emotional well-being.
• Developed and implemented school-wide programs promoting mental health awareness.
• Implement career development lessons using the Naviance/School Links platform with all students.
• Collaborated with teachers to identify and address student academic challenges.
• Provided crisis intervention and support during urgent situations.
• Maintained confidential student records in compliance with school policies.
• Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and concerns regularly.
• Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
• Follow up with outside mental health service providers to coordinate in-school support.
• Created lesson plans that focused on decision-making skills and conflict resolution strategies.
• Participated in quarterly professional development workshops designed to stay current on trends in school counseling practices.
• Facilitate group sessions to address topics such as bullying prevention, peer relationships, and stress management.

AUGUST 2023-NOV. 2024

DEPARTMENT CHAIR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing the professional school counselors and facilitating the development of the counseling program that promotes academic, college/career, and personal/social development for all students.
• Implemented staff development in-service for counselors
• Planned and facilitated department meetings
• Coordinated articulations with middle school counselors
• Attended ongoing content and leadership trainings and served on various committees.

• Advised students on academic, social, and emotional challenges to enhance well-being.
• Coordinated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff for student needs.
• Provided individual planning and responsive services to support mental health for students.
• Chaired School Instructional Team, guiding strategic educational initiatives.
• Coordinated 504 plans and Functional Behavioral Assessments/Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Organized Career Day events to promote student career exploration.
• Oversaw the National Student Honor Society activities and membership requirements.
• Supervised Student Government Association to foster leadership skills among students.
• Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and concerns.
• Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
• Monitored students' academic progress, mental health, and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
• Delivered classroom guidance lessons for grades pre-K through five, focusing on educational and career awareness.
• Participated in professional development workshops designed to stay current on trends in school counseling practices.
• Actively participated in IEP meetings with parents, educators, administrators, and other professionals involved in a student's care.
• Provided support services for those dealing with grief or loss due to death or divorce.

• Communicated, coordinated, and collaborated with a behavioral health specialist.
• Advise and counsel students regarding academic, educational, social, and emotional problems.
• Provide individual student planning and responsive services to support students' mental health.
• Chairperson of the SIT (School Instructional Team).
• Case Manager and facilitator of 504 plans and FBA/BIPs.
• Counseled families on parenting techniques designed to promote positive behavior changes in children.
• Coordinated school-wide activities: Career Day, Red Ribbon Week, and Peace Week..
• Provided monthly classroom guidance lessons for grades PreK-5 through planned small group or classroom activities to convey educational, social, and career awareness.
• Consulted, facilitated, and maintained communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent community agencies.
• Provided individual counseling sessions for students experiencing emotional or academic challenges.
• Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement student support plans and interventions.
• Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
• Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
• Monitored students' academic progress, mental health, and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
• Facilitated group sessions to address topics such as bullying prevention, friendship, safety, and stress management.
• Actively participated in IEP meetings with parents, educators, administrators, and other professionals involved in a student's care.
• Provided support services for those dealing with grief or loss due to death or divorce.
• Coordinated college and career activities to expose students to postsecondary options and workforce opportunities.
• Designed and delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on topics such as bullying prevention, study skills, and college readiness.

• Ensure the development of educational and career decision-making skills and promote the development of interpersonal skills among all students.
• Registered and scheduled new students.
• Chairperson of the School Instructional Team and Multiple-Disciplinary Team.
• Facilitator of the SIT Team (School Instructional Team).
• Case Manager and Coordinator of 504 plans and FBA/BIPs.
• Coordinated school-wide activities: Career Day, PEACE Week, Red Ribbon Week, and Spirit Week.
• Facilitated classroom guidance lessons on topics such as self-esteem, peer pressure, bullying prevention, decision making, stress management, and study skills.
• Conducted monthly classroom guidance lessons for students in Pre-K through 5th grade.
• Consult, facilitate, and maintain communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent community agencies.
• Attended professional development workshops related to counseling techniques and strategies.
• Provided individual and group counseling services to students.
• Promoted positive behaviors among all members of the school community through modeling appropriate responses to challenging situations.
• Developed and implemented intervention plans for students with social-emotional needs.
• Participated in IEP team meetings for special education students.
• Supported teachers and students during Individual Education Plan (IEP) development.
• Assessed students and proposed behavior management plans to alleviate academic and social problems.
• Engaged in ongoing dialogue with parents and guardians about their children's academic performance or social issues impacting learning.

• Participated in IEP team meetings for special education students.
• Counseled students regarding a variety of social, educational, and interpersonal issues.
• Ensure the development of educational and career decision-making skills, and promote the development of interpersonal skills among all students.
• Collaborated with school staff and families to support student development.
• Provided consultation services to teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders regarding best practices for working with diverse populations.
• Provided crisis intervention services during times of emergency or distress.
• Developed and implemented school-wide guidance programs for student support.
• Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to address student behavioral concerns and strategies.
• Chairperson of the School Instructional Team and Multiple-Disciplinary Team.
• Member of the School-Based Management and the School Improvement Team.
• Coordinator/Chairperson of the Scholarship Program.
• Provided individual counseling to students on academic and personal issues.
• Conducted specialized counseling sessions for students with disabilities, and behavioral issues.
• Chairperson for the Scholarship Program.
• Member of the School-Based Management and School Improvement Team.
• Facilitated workshops on college readiness and career planning for students.
• Identified at-risk students to provide support for a successful academic experience and personal growth.
• Consulted with families and staff to discuss strategies necessary for improved student social and academic performance.
• Facilitated classroom guidance lessons on topics such as self-esteem, peer pressure, bullying prevention, decision making, stress management, and study skills.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal and social development needs.

• Provide individual and group counseling to all students.
• Conduct bi-weekly classroom guidance lessons.
• Advisor of various student groups, including PEER Mediation, the Student Government Association, Peacemaker Programs, and Student of the Month.
• Liaison for School-Based Equity Office.
• Chairperson of the Crisis Intervention Team.
• Maintained lines of communication with parents, including a monthly newsletter.
• Coordinated with parents and guardians to enhance student development initiatives.
• Collaborated with school staff and families to support student development.
• Provided crisis intervention services during times of emergency or distress.
• Attended professional development workshops related to counseling techniques and strategies.
• Provided individual and group counseling services to students.
• Promoted positive behaviors among all members of the school community through modeling appropriate responses to challenging situations.
• Conducted assessments, interviews, and observations of student behavior.
• Assisted in the coordination of crisis response procedures in the event of a traumatic incident at the school site.
• Participated in IEP team meetings for special education students.
• Counseled students regarding a variety of social, educational, and interpersonal issues.
• Supported teachers and students during Individual Education Plan (IEP) development.
• Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
• Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students' educational goals.
• Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior, and social development.