Experience

Liberty High School

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• High School Counselor

  • Jul 2016 - Present

  Collaborate with school, district/local administration and other relevant stakeholders to provide a comprehensive school counseling program based upon the Missouri School Counseling Association and American School Counselor standards Advise 400+ students and parents regarding course selection with consideration for post-secondary plans while adhering to graduation requirementsOrganize and facilitate more than 5 student and parent programming to provide grade and age appropriate information encouraging social/emotional, academic and career development for studentsCultivate a welcoming school climate encouraging diversity, equity and inclusion education through advising the student Diversity Council; increased council membership by sevenfold involving over 50 students annually Co-founded staff committee to lead professional development opportunities for all staff including pre-service bias training and monthly talks on DEI topics; serve a district committee appointment and manage entertainment for the annual diversity festival attracting 700+ Kansas City metro area residents Supervise scholarship opportunities for current juniors (KC Scholars) and seniors in preparation for continued education including co-hosting the district’s community scholarship event which awards over $130,000 to deserving seniorsConstruct the building master schedule in conjunction with administration while focusing on the most advantageous schedule for all studentsLed the inaugural year of the AVID elective course to further support students’ academic and personal needs with focus on college and career readiness; transitioned program management to the new AVID coordinator, hired due to the success and growth of the program, while maintaining the role of staff liaisonManage a caseload 30+ 504 plans ensuring student accommodations are implemented accordingly while ensuring existing plans are updated and evaluate new requests for evaluation Show less

• High School Counselor

  • Jul 2016 - Jul 2016



Northern Guilford High School

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• High School Counselor

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2016

  Executed comprehensive school counseling program emphasizing cognitive, socio-emotional and career needs of 1,400 students through preventative, remedial and developmental programs and curriculum Coordinated the Intervention Support Team, a problem solving team for students requiring intensive support with focus on measurable ways to increase students’ academic or behavioral skills so they become successful in regular education Integrated the district’s strategic plan for character and civic education as the High School Service-Learning Program Coach; supervised a team of 4 counselors to incorporate the strategic plan in everyday teaching and learning Orchestrated national testing accommodations (ACT, SAT, PSAT), provided the counseling team with necessary updates, and trained counselors regarding new applications and onsite test administration Collaborated with members of the drop-out prevention team to develop and employ plans addressing attendance, academic, social/emotional and other at risk student concerns Organized and implemented mandatory after school peer tutoring program for students with D’s and F’s and facilitated the school wide referrals Managed and facilitated 504 inquiries and eligibility meetings while ensuring proper staff received student accommodations Held weekly mentoring meetings for new counseling staff regarding county and NGHS policies and procedures with emphasis on upcoming tasks and general question and answer sessions Show less



Southwest Early College Campus

• Kansas City, Missouri, United States

• School Counselor

  • Jul 2012 - Aug 2013

  Coordinated and proctored state EOC’s and standardized tests including the EXOLORE, PLAN, ACT and ASVAB and interpreted test results to students and families Managed college readiness information for 1,000 students including college fair attendance, college testing opportunities, and the college application process Implemented KCPS guidance curriculum by infusing age appropriate activities via the use of classroom guidance, personal counseling and small group discussions Developed academic and career plans for students by completing Personal Plans of Study; ensured students were enrolled in appropriate classes for post-secondary plans Consulted with parents, teachers, school staff and community resources regarding student well-being and served as an advocate for students in the areas of personal growth, academic success and career planning Monitored at risk students’ attendance, academics and personal relationships while communicating with student, family and teachers frequently Participated in Counselor professional develop opportunities to advance knowledge of the Counseling field and changing state and national requirements and issues Oversaw students’ 504 Plans and informed teachers of necessary accommodations for students each semester Show less



Renaissance Academy Charter School

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• School Counselor

  • Sep 2011 - May 2012

  Managed and organized school registrations, teacher master schedules and course offerings for grades 9-12 as the sole counselor for 500+ students Partnered with school administration to improve school morale, delegate closeout procedures, develop school policies and procedures and programs to benefit students/staff development Facilitated individual counseling encompassing academic, personal/social, career and crisis intervention Conducted classroom guidance lessons to support continued student growth and development Orchestrated college readiness among students via special events including the spring college tour, awards assemblies, college day trips and character development Rectified transcripts for all students grade 10-12 to ensure that all credits aligned with Missouri graduation requirements Served as the district testing coordinator for grades 9-12 Show less