STEFANI SMITH
School Counselor
342 E North Street, Worthington,Ohio
Summary
Experienced school counselor providing comprehensive academic, career, and social-emotional guidance to diverse student populations. Skilled in creating inclusive environments and implementing tiered intervention strategies. Committed to promoting emotional well-being and resilience, contributing to improved mental health outcomes within school communities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Columbus City Schools
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement a comprehensive counseling program that addresses students' academic, career, personal, and social development needs.
- Facilitate peer mediation sessions to resolve conflicts and promote a positive school environment.
- Counsel students regarding a variety of social, educational, and interpersonal issues.
- Conduct assessments and coordinate referrals for students needing additional support.
- Collaborate with educational stakeholders to address academic and behavioral challenges.
- 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 trusting connections with students and families, fostering a supportive counseling atmosphere.
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
B.Ed. - Elementary Education
Capital University
Skills
- Listening actively
- Classroom guidance
- Conflict mediation
- Group counseling
- Career awareness
- Academic support
- Multicultural competence
- Solutions-focused
- Crisis intervention
- Individual counseling techniques
- Referral coordination
- Student advocacy
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leaveTimeline
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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