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SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Summary

Ambitious, goal-oriented School Counselor driving planning and implementation of key supporting programs. Focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Gifted in counseling, student advocacy and preventive education to meet the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Delicate in handling issues involving cultural and socioeconomic differences.

Delivers all-encompassing support to students and families through diligent professional networking, community interaction and resource identification and referral programs, including IEPs and 504s.

Skills
  • Academic
  • AP
  • Army
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Oral communication
  • Counselor
  • Counseling
  • CPI
  • Curriculum development
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Decision making
  • Directing
  • Financial
  • Functional
  • Government
  • Grants
  • Leadership
  • Legal
  • Director
  • Marketing plan
  • Materials
  • Mediation
  • Monitors
  • Needs assessment
  • Organizing
  • Organizational
  • Personnel
  • Personnel management
  • Policies
  • Problem-solving
  • Programming
  • Progress
  • Recruitment
  • Supervisory
  • Supervisor
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Workshops
  • Written
  • 504 Plans
  • Conflict mediation
  • Listening actively
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Career advising
  • Mental health assessments
  • Therapy and counseling
  • Confidential services
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Policy and procedure improvements
  • Rational problem solving
  • Behavior modification
  • School counseling
Experience
Company Name | City, StateSchool Counselor08/2009 - Current
  • Hours per week: 40 Series: 1702 Pay Plan: Other Assistant Director Child Development Center (This is a federal job) Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills: Assistant Child Development Program Director.
  • Successfully completed all requirements (as the acting Director)for NAEYC accreditation for the Eielson Child Development Center from 2010 until 2015.
  • The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over employees assigned to the Child Development Center East.
  • Ensures the facility and employees meet the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Accreditation and DOD Child Development Program Certification Standards.
  • Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Child Development Center East, ensuring that the programs comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.
  • Serves as Child Development Asst.
  • Director providing leadership and guidance to program staff.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
  • Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.
  • Selects or recommends selection of candidates for vacancies,, details, and reassignments in consideration of skills and qualifications, mission requirements, and EEO and diversity objectives.
  • Activities must be designed to stimulate and sustain the social, cognitive, physical and emotional growth of children ages 6 weeks through 5 years or those who are physically and mentally disabled and function on an age comparable to those previously stated.
  • Responsible for the financial operation of the Child Development Center East.
  • Prepares and justifies budgetary requirements for all aspects of the program including Give Parents A Break and any special programming.
  • Responsible for facilities, grounds, and equipment related to the Child Development Center East.
  • Monitors all renovation and construction projects within the facility.
  • Supervisor: Flight Chief (907 377-3237) Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first.
  • Followed-up with outside mental health service providers to coordinate in-school support.
  • Counseled students in career planning, job placement and academic goals.
  • Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communications to support students educational goals.
  • Worked collectively with education professionals to deliver in-school counseling support for identified students.
  • Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school.
  • Created and reviewed reports to determine effectiveness of counseling program and make improvements.
  • Coordinated development and implementation of students Individualized Education Plans/Programs (IEPs).
  • Monitored students academic progress, mental health and sociability through ongoing individual assessments.
  • Followed [State] standards in creating and administering the school counseling program.
  • Earned outstanding evaluation ratings of [Number]%.
  • Encouraged students to carefully consider career options and related academic decisions based on personal strengths and goals.
  • Coordinated alcohol and drug prevention programs to cultivate atmosphere focused on positive decision-making.
  • Employed skills in crisis intervention to help resolve difficult situations.
  • Consulted regularly with parents, administrators and specialists to coordinate individualized support for struggling students.
  • Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to [type] problems.
  • Established developmentally-appropriate support groups and activities for elementary-aged students.
Company Name | City, StateCounselor, School Counselor/Testing Coordinator10/2005 - 08/2009
  • Hours per week: 40, Implements the school counseling and guidance program curriculum to 1000 students.
  • Schedules School-Wide Testing; ensuring availability of all materials.
  • Plans, coordinates, & executes activities in support of the Hillsborough County Public Schools marketing plan.
  • Negotiates with schools to initiate testing & coordinates with participating schools to improve/sustain participation in the Magnet & Technical programs within high schools, vocational/technical schools, colleges, & educational programs.
  • Analyzes current state & local educational programs & develop programming.
  • Develops and implements School-Wide Mediation Program.
  • Provides individual, group and crisis counseling.
  • Develops and implements classroom curriculum pertaining to career, social and personal goals.
  • Consults and collaborates with parents/guardians, teachers, and staff.
  • Makes appropriate referrals to outside agencies.
  • Provides appropriate appraisal services to assist teachers, parents/guardians, and students.
  • Administers tests, analyzes and interprets test results to establish realistic educational, career, and personal / social goals.
  • Assists students in building self-esteem and developing decision-making, problem-solving, and positive human relation skills.
  • Maintains comprehensive records and reports.
  • Provides data concerning students' needs to determine curriculum development.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
  • Supervisor: Manueshka Argeullo (813 276-5596) Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Company Name | City, StateBehavior Specialist Special/Education Teacher, Behavior Specialist07/2004 - 09/2005
  • Provided consultative services to teachers and staff, Active member of the Case Study Committee- development and assist with implementation of FBA and BIP for students.
  • Implemented behavioral interventions and strategies to school population as needed.
  • Developed behavioral modification plans for students to promote a positive and successful learning environment.
  • Administered tests, analyzes and interprets test results to provide information about educational, personal and social needs.
  • Provided training to staff members regarding behavior management and challenges in the classroom, Implemented conscience discipline training course for parents.
  • Provided group and individual counseling to students and families regarding behavior challenges during school and at home.
  • Provided information, resource and referral services to provide a continuum of services for students and families.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication Supervisor: Mrs, Bass (813 987-6755) Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes.
Education and Training
George Mason University | | City, State, United StatesMaster's Degree2004GPA: 3.5, 0 Credits Earned: 46 Semester hours Major: Counseling Minor: Education Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications: M.Ed Guidance and Counseling Licensed School Counselor
Park University | | City, State, United StatesBachelor's Degree in Psychology2001Credits Earned: 128 Semester hours
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • George Mason University
  • Park University

Job Titles Held:

  • School Counselor
  • Counselor, School Counselor/Testing Coordinator
  • Behavior Specialist Special/Education Teacher, Behavior Specialist

Degrees

  • Master's Degree
    Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

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