Director of School Counseling Resume Example
Dedicated and accomplished leader able to drive effective teamwork with strategies to promote student-centered practices that positively impact a diverse student body. Proven at evaluating current practices and creating solutions to enhance student and family experience. Proficient at communicating, listening and problem-solving.
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- Assumed the management responsibilities of the School Counseling Department, the Registrar's Office, Student Support Personnel (including social workers, psychologist, behavior specialist and prevention specialist), the 504 program, Concussion Management program, and all administrative assistants for each entity; building a cohesive team with improved collaborative climate amongst the members of student support services.
- Create the school profile, end of year reports, determine master school counseling calendar, timeline for course registrations, and special events throughout the school year.
- Restructured the caseload assignments for school counselors to allow for increased availability for students that receive Special Education Services and alternative programming.
- Identified the need for a Student Risk Assessment Taskforce and took a leadership role in the design and function of this group. The group includes key members of our Health Office, Security Department, Administrative Team, Special Education Leadership, and various Student Support Specialists.
- Implemented new "Student Success Workshop Series" and group counseling offerings to meet the needs of students in the areas of academic success, college and career panning, and social and emotional health.
- Facilitate professional development breakout groups at the National Career Pathway Network annual conference (2017), lead Dine and Discuss luncheons at Pinkerton Academy addressing the needs of "at-risk" students to improve the engagement of students and the likelihood of graduation.
- Coordinate and oversee the administration of Advanced Placement Exams, as well as support the administration of PSATs and SATs.
- Serve as the PDSO for the Student Exchange & Visitor Information System (SEVIS). In addition to maintaining certification, screen and select J-1 and F-1 students to study at PA each year.
- Develop a yearly department budget, adhere to fiscal guidelines, and project for future financial needs with regard to the potential fluctuation in enrollment.
- Interview, select, orient and monitor new employees, and provide yearly evaluations for all members of the department.
- Coordinate and host the largest College Fair in southern New Hampshire and initiated an annual "Reverse Job Fair" in collaboration with CTE Department, local employers and local chapter of Chamber of Commerce.
- Guided students through exploration and analysis of different career pathways and implemented hands-on approach to understanding what it would take to have a satisfying and productive life beyond high school.
- Administered standardized ability and achievement tests and interpreted results to determine students' strengths and areas of interests to identify potential programs and employers that may offer opportunities of interest to them.
- Initiated the first annual "Reverse Job Fair" at Pinkerton Academy which allows students to showcase their coursework, resume, and achievements to over 100 local business partners who are seeking new talent and trainees to add to their companies.
- Created positive relationships with Job Corps, NHTI, NCC, MCC, SNHU Advantage Program and Great Bay Community College who would conduct on-site information sessions and Acceptance Nights for those students who found getting to their Open Houses difficult due to transportation barriers or lack of parental support.
- Engage students in researching college and career opportunities and planning appropriate, challenging course selection that align with their future aspirations.
- Attend and contribute to evening events for students and parents including: Financial Aid, College Planning, Scholarship Opportunities and Parenting Teens.
- Provide individual and group counseling that supported students in overcoming obstacles in the way of academic success and managing mental health issues.
- Deliver classroom guidance curriculum on the use of Naviance, career exploration, resume writing, conflict resolution, tolerance, and suicide prevention.
- Created and operated the first full-time childcare center, preschool, and full-day kindergarten program in Fremont for over 100 children each year.
- Adhered to all state requirements in the area of health, safety, nutrition, and education to keep the program licensed and earning an outstanding reputation in the community.
- Hired and supervised a staff of twenty-five who provided developmentally appropriate curriculum and top-notch childcare.
- Worked in tandem with the surrounding K-8 schools to identify and refer students in need of Early Intervention.
- Managed all administrative duties and fiscal responsibilities related to the overall operation of this business as well as maintain the physical buildings on the property.
* Proposed, presented and have initiated a BRYT (PATH) program to begin in March 2020 at Pinkerton Academy (Transition support for students returning to school after extended absences due to mental health or medical hospitalizations)
* Member of the Destination College Board 2019/2020, and volunteer at Destination College event for several of the past eight years.
* Assisted with eight Challenge Day Program Events, 2019/2020
* Arrange for two ASVAB testing and interpretation sessions each year
* Chairperson for the Teacher Preparation Advisory Committee at PA
* Participated in the Governor's Safety Taskforce, 2018/2019, regarding school safety
* Presented at the NH Principal Association Summit, 2019, regarding school safety
* Serve on the Extended Learning Opportunity Committee
* NEASC Committee Chairperson for Standard # 3 (Enrollment), the School Counseling Department report, and member of the Action Plan Committee
* Designed a presentation for an annual student/parent NCAA Eligibility Info Session
* Manage the NH Scholar program
* Shepard Award Recipient, May 2017
* Distinguished Counselor Recognition 2014/2015, 2015/2016, 2016/2017
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School Attended
- Southern New Hampshire University
- Rivier University
- University of New Hampshire
- Endicott College
Job Titles Held:
- Director of School Counseling
- High School Teacher, Careers Course
- School Counselor
- CEO/Owner/Teacher
Degrees
- Cert of Advanced Grad Studies : Educational Leadership , Expected in 03/2022
Master of Science : Master of Education/ School Counseling , 2011
Bachelor of Science : Social Work , 1985
Associate of Arts : Early Childhood Education , 1983
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