Susan Conmy
Albuquerque
Summary
Compassionate school counselor with expertise in individual and group sessions and classroom lessons. Proven ability to foster a supportive environment and implement effective counseling programs that enhance student well-being. Empowers students with the social-emotional skills, academic confidence, and early college and career awareness needed to become future leaders.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Lew Wallace Elementary
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Conducted individual sessions, group counseling and classroom lessons to address students' academic and social-emotional needs.
- Developed and implemented an ASCA aligned Comprehensive School Counseling Program based on school data.
- Completed additional AMP documents to enhance program in SY25/26
- Promoted student sense of belonging, perseverance, self-regulation, self-efficacy, and social awareness through daily lessons on live morning announcements, classroom lessons, group sessions and individual check-ins.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify at-risk students and provide targeted support.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students experiencing emergencies or trauma.
- Engaged families through Health and Wellness meetings, family events, PTA meetings, Open House, positive phone calls, email and Class Dojo communication.
- Provided families with therapy and community resources and clothing, food and hygiene support.
- Collaborated with teachers, community school impact coordinator, administrators, staff and families to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Participated in MLSS, SAT and IEP meetings as needed.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as relational aggression, bullying and harassment.
- Led school-wide initiatives that align with Goal 4, including Kelso's Choice, growth mindset, attendance initiatives and monthly Skills, Habits and Mindsets awards.
- Leader of the attendance team SY24/25 and SY 25/26, each year seeing a reduction in school wide chronic attendance rates.
- Coordinated an annual College and Career Fair and Spirit Week.
- Member of Instructional Council 2021-2026
School Counselor
Reginald Chavez Elementary
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2007 - 11.2011
- Implemented an ASCA aligned Comprehensive School Counseling Program.
- Facilitated Health and Wellness meetings in collaboration with principal, nurse, school social worker and school psychologist.
- Conducted individual counseling, group sessions and classroom lessons to address students' academic, social, emotional needs and career exploration.
- Mentored new counselors in effective counseling techniques and program implementation.
- Led and created systems around school crisis team.
- Conducted Student Safety Assessments.
- Created Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Served on the School Health Advisory Committee
- Led Coordinated Approach to Child Health Team.
- Organized and managed Food Backpack program in coordination with Roadrunner Food Bank.
- Collaborated with Hogares and All Faiths to provide school based mental health, behavior management and case management services.
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Zia Elementary
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.1999 - 05.2006
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood learning and development.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through formal assessments, observational techniques and adapted activities accordingly.
- Collaborated with educational assistant, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist, physical therapist, social worker and parents to support children's educational needs and foster communication.
- Coordinated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Created and implemented Individualized Education Plans, Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans.
Third Grade Teacher
Zia Elementary
Albuquerque Public Schools
09.1998 - 05.1999
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with third grade teaching team, school counselor, special education teacher and support staff.
Therapist
Southwest Family Guidance Center
Albuquerque, NM
2017 - 2018
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions to address mental health concerns.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including parents, school counselors, teachers, nurses and administration to enhance client care strategies.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve therapeutic outcomes for clients.
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Multicultural Education
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-1998
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Classroom lessons
- Restorative mediation
- Crisis intervention
- Parent-teacher-community collaboration
- Compassionate
- Multicultural competence
- Systems and procedure improvements
- Listening actively
- Attention to detail
- Team player
Certification
- Licensed School Counselor
- LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- ASCA U- Anxiety and Stress Management Specialist
- ASCA U- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Specialist
- ASCA U- Grief Specialist
- ASCA U- Mental Health Specialist
- ASCA U- Trauma and Crisis Management Specialist
- Google Educator Certification Level 1
- Critical Incident Stress Management Certification
Timeline
School Counselor
Lew Wallace Elementary
08.2018 - Current
School Counselor
Reginald Chavez Elementary
08.2007 - 11.2011
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Zia Elementary
08.1999 - 05.2006
Third Grade Teacher
Zia Elementary
09.1998 - 05.1999
Therapist
Southwest Family Guidance Center
2017 - 2018
Master of Arts - Counseling
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Multicultural Education
University of New Mexico