Stacey H. Patterson
Newnan,Georgia
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, school counseling, and educational leadership, seeking an Adjunct Faculty position at a higher education institution. Expertise in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with a focus on student advisement and serving as a remote Field Supervisor for practicum and internships. Committed to fostering academic and personal success through the integration of theory with evidence-based practices, effectively addressing diverse student needs and promoting a positive school environment. Proven ability to collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure a cohesive approach to student well-being, advocating for preventive education, mediation, and counseling tailored to individual backgrounds.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead School Guidance Counselor
Flat Rock Middle School
Tyrone, Georgia
01.2021 - Current
- Develop a comprehensive data-driven program that is student centered and preventive in nature
- Implement school counseling curriculum through classroom counseling lessons and small counseling groups in the areas of personal/social development, academics and career exploration
- Counsel individual students in areas of academic, personal/social, crisis response/intervention
- Collaborate with parents and staff to advocate for the needs of students
- Utilize data to shape the goals of the school counseling department
- Consultation and referrals to school social worker, community agencies and resources
Site Supervisor
Liberty University, Department of School Counseling and Family Studies
01.2024 - 01.2025
- List (Need to do)
- Supervised daily operations of counseling services to ensure compliance with university standards.
School Guidance Counselor
Crabapple Lane Elementary
Peachtree City, Georgia
01.2006 - 01.2021
- Developed individualized student support plans addressing academic and emotional needs.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions to promote positive student interactions.
- Coordinated with teachers to implement effective classroom management strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring student safety and well-being.
Site Supervisor
University of West Alabama, Department of School Counseling
01.2012 - 01.2013
School Guidance Counselor
North Fayette Elementary
Fayetteville, Georgia
01.2005 - 01.2006
School Guidance Counselor
Beulah Elementary
Douglasville, Georgia
01.2001 - 01.2005
Education
Master of Science - LEADERSHIP ADMINISTRATION
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama01-2005
Ed.S. - COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama01-2001
M.S. - COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama01-1999
B.S. - EARLY CHILDHOOD
State University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia01-1995
Skills
- Curriculum planning
- Crisis intervention
- Special education support
- School health surveys
- Career awareness
- Social-emotional learning
- Academic advising
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Suicide prevention
- Group counseling
- Referral coordination
- Individual counseling
- Behavioral intervention
- Youth and adolescent development
- Diverse student populations
- Classroom guidance
Affiliations
- Fayette School Counselors Association (FSCA) Executive Board Member ?Need Years?
- Georgia School Counselor Association (GSCA)
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Certification
- Certificate Number 155749
- Certificate Level 6
- Title/Type Field
- SRL Educational Leadership Tier II
- SRS School Counseling (P-12)
- SRT Early Childhood Education (P-5)
- SRT SP ED Learning Disabilities (P-12) Consultative
- SRT SP ED Language Arts Cognitive Level (P-5)
- SRT SP ED Math Cognitive Level (P-5)
- SRT SP ED Reading Cognitive Level (P-5)
- SRT SP ED Science Cognitive Level (P-5)
- SRT SP ED Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
COMMITTEES
- 1997 – 2025 Leadership Team
- 2001 – 2025 Crisis Team Leader
- 2000 – 2025 School Improvement Team
- 2005 – Present C.A.R.E. Team Chair
- 2021 - Present Student Ambassador Chair
- 2005 – 2021 Courtesy Kids Chair
- 2005 – 2021 Discipline Committee
- 2005 – 2021 Safety Patrol Committee
- 2003 – 2005 School Improvement Action Team Chair /Attendance
- 1999 – 2001 SACS Steering Committee
- 1997 – 2001 Grade Level Chair
- 1999 – 2000 Language Arts School Representative
- 1999 – 2000 P.T.S.O. Liaison
- 1995 – 2021 Student Support Team
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Liberty University, Department of School Counseling and Family Studies
01.2024 - 01.2025
Lead School Guidance Counselor
Flat Rock Middle School
01.2021 - Current
Site Supervisor
University of West Alabama, Department of School Counseling
01.2012 - 01.2013
School Guidance Counselor
Crabapple Lane Elementary
01.2006 - 01.2021
School Guidance Counselor
North Fayette Elementary
01.2005 - 01.2006
School Guidance Counselor
Beulah Elementary
01.2001 - 01.2005
Master of Science - LEADERSHIP ADMINISTRATION
Jacksonville State University
Ed.S. - COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Jacksonville State University
M.S. - COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Jacksonville State University
B.S. - EARLY CHILDHOOD
State University of West Georgia