Taylor Miller
Altoona,PA
Summary
Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Substitute School Counselor
Bellaire Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced student support by providing tailored large-group psychoeducation lessons focused on social-emotional learning needs to grades K-5.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to address the diverse needs of students through Child Study Team meetings.
- Improved school climate by implementing proactive strategies in individual and small group counseling focused on emotional regulation, self-control, and executive functioning.
- Supported families during times of transition such as new enrollments or transfer situations ensuring smooth acclimation into the school setting.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
School Counselor Intern
Mooreland Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating real-life situations and relatable examples in counseling sessions.
- Assisted lead counselor in developing comprehensive pyschoeducational curriculum to support overall student well-being and academic success.
- Developed strong relationships with students and families through consistent communication and rapport building.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing personal, social, or academic challenges.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between peers, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
School Counselor Intern
Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions for students experiencing challenges with a focus on social skills and social-emotional well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Facilitated large-group psychoeducation lessons to emphasize social-emotional learning and career readiness.
Education
Master of Education - School Counselor
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA12.2018
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Community Outreach
- Solutions-Focused
- Conflict Resolution
- 504 Development
- Grief Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Group Counseling
Timeline
Substitute School Counselor
Bellaire Elementary School
08.2023 - 12.2023
School Counselor Intern
Mooreland Elementary School
01.2023 - 05.2023
School Counselor Intern
Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Education - School Counselor
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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