Stephen Smith
Oxford,PA
Summary
Dedicated student services professional with strong relationship-building and advocacy skills. Committed to promoting equitable opportunities and enhancing student success through data-driven strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Services Personnel
Cecil County Public Schools
Elkton, MD
07.2021 - Current
- Serves as an advocate of the student to ensure equitable opportunities for students with diverse backgrounds.
- Leader of staff development for student service teams while collaborating with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to design pathways to academic , career and social success.
- Provides direct student intervention through a variety of strategies.
- Implements policies and procedures for pupil accounting while using analytics to ensure data-driven results.
- Gatekeeper of tutoring programs and study hall placement
School (Guidance) Counselor
Cecil County Public Schools
Elkton, MD
07.2011 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented comprehensive guidance programs enhancing student academic performance.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and coaches to address student behavioral and academic challenges.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and tailor individual academic improvement plans
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support for students in distress.
- Coordinated college and career readiness workshops, empowering students with essential skills.
- Mentored new counselors by sharing best practices in student engagement and support techniques.
- Advanced student understanding of financial aid options by hosting informational sessions on FAFSA completion, loan applications, and scholarship opportunities.
- Served as primary academic advisor and program specialist for student four year graduation plans
- Advisor for student athletes seeking NCAA eligibility
High School Football Coach
Elkton High School
Elkton, MD
01.2014 - 02.2018
- Developed game strategies to enhance team performance during competitive seasons.
- Mentored student-athletes in skill development and personal growth.
- Coordinated practice schedules and logistics for training sessions.
- Monitored student-athlete academic progress with case management and managed academic interventions including mandatory study hall
- advocate for student-athlete participation in higher learning institutions
New Student Orientation Academic Advisor
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Developed personalized academic plans aligning with student goals and institutional policies.
- Advised students / student-athletes on course selection, program requirements, and academic resources available.
- Presenter at New Student Orientation Days
- Received and reviewed transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Promoted campus resources such as tutoring services or counseling centers to help students overcome barriers to success.
At-Risk Options Caseworker
Cecil County Public Schools
Elkton, MD
07.2006 - 06.2011
- Facilitated student support services to enhance academic performance and well-being for students with academic and social issues.
- Collaborated with educators to create individualized education plans for students with diverse needs.
- Coordinated community resources and referrals to address student challenges effectively.
Education
Master of Science - Education - Counseling
Wilmington University
New Castle, DEMaster of Arts - History
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MDSkills
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Complex problem-solving
- File and document management
- Research and analysis
- Project coordination
- Note-taking requirements
- Planning and development
Accomplishments
- Received coveted GEM (Going the Extra Mile) award from CCPS for dedication to Student Services Department.
- Recognized by Board of Education for outstanding graduation percentages.
- Recognized editor of CCPS Community Resource Guide
Certification
Certified in School / Academic Counseling
Timeline
Student Services Personnel
Cecil County Public Schools
07.2021 - Current
New Student Orientation Academic Advisor
University Of Delaware
05.2015 - 08.2015
High School Football Coach
Elkton High School
01.2014 - 02.2018
School (Guidance) Counselor
Cecil County Public Schools
07.2011 - 06.2021
At-Risk Options Caseworker
Cecil County Public Schools
07.2006 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Education - Counseling
Wilmington University
Master of Arts - History
Salisbury University