Alyson Moots
Leesville,SC
Summary
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Counselor
Aiken Scholars Academy
09.2019 - Current
- Supervise and manage all procedures within counseling department, developing and implementing yearly department goals.
- Work closely with organizational leadership at USCA to determine college courses for dual enrollment students during their junior and senior years and oversee program success.
- Established and conduct workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant educational topics.
- Develop and manage student individualized graduation plans to maximize opportunities for higher education and career preparation.
- Guide students in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems, along with providing crisis intervention in response to emergencies and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Coordinate with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Assist high school seniors complete college applications and meet requirements necessary for graduation.
- Coordinate yearly awards and graduation ceremonies.
Lead Counselor
Wagner-Salley High School
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Supervised and manage all procedures within counseling department
- Developed and implemented yearly department goals
- Collaborated with Aiken Technical College on dual enrollment courses and oversaw program
- Delivered high-quality services to students needing academic and emotional support.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
School Counselor
South Carolina Virtual Charter School
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
- Trainer for Jason Flatt Act
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
Guidance Director
Gray Collegiate Academy
10.2014 - 10.2016
- Designed comprehensive guidance program based on American School Counselor Association standards
- Scheduled and monitored over 450 students to ensure met graduation requirements as well as SC Commission on Higher Education requirements
- Provided classroom guidance on personal/social issues as well as career interest and college readiness
- Provided interventions for students that were not adapting well to high school
- Served as Testing Coordinator for all state required tests
- Provided staff development to faulty (mandated reporting, bullying awareness, suicide prevention training, etc.)
School Counselor
Gilbert Middle School
03.2013 - 10.2014
- Implemented inventions, such as stress management group and social skills group, which was indicated as areas that needed to be addressed on needs assessment
- Worked weekly with 20-25 students that acquired additional emotional and academic support
- Provided staff development to faculty on dealing with difficult students, promoting positive classroom environment, etc.
School Counselor
Lexington High School
08.2006 - 03.2013
- Scheduled and monitored over 300 students per year to ensure that each met graduation and CHE requirements
- Implemented Peer Mentoring and Peer Mediation programs that cut freshman discipline referrals by one third
- Fostered student social/emotional needs through small group counseling.
Education
Masters of Education in Secondary School Guidance -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05.1998
Bachelors of Arts in Psychology -
Columbia College
Columbia, SC12.1994
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Mental Health Support
- Professional Networking
- Academic Advising
- Group Facilitation
- Event Planning
- Interpersonal Skills
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Lead Counselor
Aiken Scholars Academy
09.2019 - Current
Lead Counselor
Wagner-Salley High School
07.2017 - 09.2019
School Counselor
South Carolina Virtual Charter School
10.2016 - 07.2017
Guidance Director
Gray Collegiate Academy
10.2014 - 10.2016
School Counselor
Gilbert Middle School
03.2013 - 10.2014
School Counselor
Lexington High School
08.2006 - 03.2013
Masters of Education in Secondary School Guidance -
University of South Carolina
Bachelors of Arts in Psychology -
Columbia College
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