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STEFANI SMITH

STEFANI SMITH

342 E North Street, Worthington,Ohio

Summary

Dedicated school counselor with experience in delivering a comprehensive school counseling program that provides academic, career, and social-emotional guidance for diverse student populations. Proven ability to create inclusive environments and implement tiered intervention strategies and enhancing conflict resolution skills. Committed to promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience, contributing to improved mental health outcomes across the school community.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Columbus City Schools
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - Current
  • Develop and implement comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal, and social development needs.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution and peer mediation sessions to promote a positive school environment.
  • Counsel students regarding a variety of social, educational, and interpersonal issues.
  • Conduct suicide risk assessments, safety plans, and make necessary referrals for students who express ideation.
  • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success, and address behavioral and academic concerns.
  • Monitor students' academic performance and progress, identifying those at risk of failing or dropping out.
  • Monitor attendance records and identify patterns of absenteeism that may indicate underlying issues requiring attention.
  • Establish a trusting relationship with students and parents to nurture confidence in the school counseling process.

Teacher

South-Western City Schools
Grove City, OH
08.2002 - 06.2021
  • Consulted and collaborated with families, teachers, and administrators to support students' academic and behavioral growth.
  • Planned and implemented lessons for a balanced program of instruction that provided students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
  • Adapted instructional practices and materials to meet students' varying needs.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.

Education

M.A. Ed. - School Counseling

Capital University
Columbus, Ohio

B.Ed. - Elementary Education

Capital University
Columbus, Ohio

Skills

  • Listening actively
  • Classroom guidance
  • Mediation and crisis intervention
  • Group counseling
  • Career awareness
  • Academic support
  • Multicultural competence
  • Solutions-focused
  • Conflict mediation
  • Individual counseling techniques
  • Referral coordination

Timeline

School Counselor

Columbus City Schools
09.2021 - Current

Teacher

South-Western City Schools
08.2002 - 06.2021

M.A. Ed. - School Counseling

Capital University

B.Ed. - Elementary Education

Capital University

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