Tracy Woodson
Spartanburg,USA
Summary
Dynamic school counselor with a proven track record at Byrnes Freshman Academy, excelling in academic advising and crisis intervention. Skilled in PowerSchool and effective communication, I foster student success through collaboration and personalized support, ensuring a smooth transition for over 800 students yearly. Passionate about empowering youth through career guidance, academic success and social-emotional development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Counselor
Byrnes Freshman Academy
Duncan, SC
08.2017 - Current
- Provide academic advising, career exploration, and personal/social counseling to over 400 ninth-grade students annually.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to address student needs and promote academic success.
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions focused on social-emotional development and behavior management.
- Oversee creation and modification of student schedules; manage report cards, interim reports, and academic records.
- Support virtual students, track academic performance and attendance, and coordinate summer school enrollment.
School Counselor
McCracken Middle School
Spartanburg, SC
08.2014 - 10.2014
- Provided short-term counseling and academic support during a transitional period.
- Maintained student records and ensured continuity in student services.
School Counselor
Dawkins Middle School
Roebuck, SC
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Delivered academic and personal guidance services to middle school students.
- Implemented behavioral and conflict resolution programs.
- Participated in IEP and 504 Plan development and support.
School Counselor
Dorman High School
Roebuck, SC
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Assisted students in academic planning and post-secondary preparation.
- Provided support for emotional and behavioral issues.
Career Counselor
McCracken Junior High School
Spartanburg, SC
01.2006 - 05.2011
- Facilitated career awareness and planning programs.
- Supported student development through individual and group counseling.
- Collaborated with faculty to incorporate career guidance into classroom instruction.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05.2016
Master of Science - School Counseling
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of South Carolina – Upstate
Spartanburg, SC05.2005
Skills
- PowerSchool
- PowerScheduler
- Student advising
- Academic Planning
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Parent communication
- Parent engagement
- Effective communication
- Collaboration skills
- Schedule Management
- Transcript maintenance
- Student behavior monitoring
- Attendance monitoring
- Career guidance
- Vocational guidance
Timeline
High School Counselor
Byrnes Freshman Academy
08.2017 - Current
School Counselor
McCracken Middle School
08.2014 - 10.2014
School Counselor
Dawkins Middle School
08.2012 - 05.2014
School Counselor
Dorman High School
08.2011 - 05.2012
Career Counselor
McCracken Junior High School
01.2006 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Lamar University
Master of Science - School Counseling
University of West Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education
University of South Carolina – Upstate
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