Wendy Crockett
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic school counselor with a friendly demeanor and strong problem-solving skills, enhancing student well-being at Paramount Unified School District. Proven ability to foster collaboration among faculty and students, while providing crisis intervention and mentoring. Experienced adjunct professor skilled in communication and teamwork, dedicated to empowering future counselors.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Administrative position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Paramount Unified School District
Paramount, Ca
01.2006 - Current
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
Adjunct Professor
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca
01.2017 - Current
- Taught Counseling Practicum courses, providing instruction to up to 25 graduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Graduate Application Review Team
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca
05.2020 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Strategic Planning Committee
Paramount Unified School District
Paramount, Ca
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Administrative Services Credential - Adminstration
Administrative Services Credential
California State University, Fullerton07-2009
Master of Science - School Counseling
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca05-2006
Teaching Credential - Teaching Credential
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, Ca05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA06-1998
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Accomplishments
Effectively collaborate with administrative personnel, resource specialist teacher, and school psychologist to develop individual educational plans, 504s, and behavior modification plans for students with special needs. Adjunct professor who works closely with incoming graduate students to ensure they understand the social emotional and interpersonal skills necessary for families and students in the educational setting. Dedicated to enthusiastic anda dynamic leadership as a means of creating and nurturing a lifelong love for education.
Timeline
Graduate Application Review Team
California State University, Long Beach
05.2020 - Current
Adjunct Professor
California State University, Long Beach
01.2017 - Current
Strategic Planning Committee
Paramount Unified School District
09.2016 - 04.2017
School Counselor
Paramount Unified School District
01.2006 - Current
Administrative Services Credential - Adminstration
Administrative Services Credential
Master of Science - School Counseling
California State University, Long Beach
Teaching Credential - Teaching Credential
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Santa Barbara