SHARONDA CALMESE
Florissant,MO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated education professional currently pursuing a Master of Science in School Counseling with over 15 years of experience supporting the academic, behavioral, social, and emotional development of children and adolescents. Experienced in working with diverse learners, including students with special needs, and collaborating with educators, families, and support staff to promote student success. Committed to fostering positive learning environments, advocating for student well-being, and developing counseling skills that support academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and career readiness.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Special School District Of St. Louis County
St. Louis, MO
11.2015 - Current
- Provide individualized academic, behavioral, and emotional support to students with diverse learning and behavioral needs.
- Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement, self-confidence, and social-emotional growth.
- Implement behavior support plans and utilize intervention strategies to help students manage challenges and achieve success.
- Assist students in developing self-regulation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families to support student goals.
- Document student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to assist with educational planning and progress monitoring.
- Support students during behavioral crises using approved de-escalation and safety procedures.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Teacher
St. Martin's Child Center
Berkeley, MO
02.2008 - 11.2015
- Supported children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Developed positive relationships with students and families to promote student success and well-being.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding developmental progress and behavioral concerns.
- Implemented positive behavior reinforcement strategies to encourage healthy social interactions and emotional growth.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment focused on safety, inclusion, and student development.
- Collaborated with families and colleagues to address individual student needs and support learning outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Missouri Baptist University
05-2028
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
Central Methodist University
01-2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
St. Louis Community College
01-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
St. Louis Community College
01-2014
Skills
- Student Advocacy
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Behavior Intervention and Support
- Crisis Prevention and De-escalation
- Active Listening
- Empathy and Rapport Building
- Individual and Small Group Support
- Parent and Family Communication
- Documentation and Record Keeping
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Classroom and Behavior Management
- Cultural Awareness and Inclusivity
Certification
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) Certification
- August 2025 – August 2026
RELEVANT HIGHLIGHTS FOR SCHOOL COUNSELING PRACTICUM
- More than 15 years of experience working directly with children and adolescents.
- Extensive experience supporting students with behavioral, emotional, and academic needs.
- Skilled in crisis prevention, de-escalation, and behavior intervention techniques.
- Strong background in collaborating with families, educators, and support professionals.
- Dedicated to promoting student wellness, resilience, and academic success.
- Currently developing professional counseling competencies through graduate coursework in School Counseling.
Languages
English
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Special School District Of St. Louis County
11.2015 - Current
Teacher
St. Martin's Child Center
02.2008 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
Central Methodist University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
St. Louis Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
St. Louis Community College
Master of Science - School Counseling
Missouri Baptist University