Middle School Counselor

• Aug 2023 - Present

Middle School Counselor

• Aug 2021 - Jul 2023

Develop and maintain the G5-6 Advisory Program and Social Emotional Learning Curriculum in collaboration with Advisory Teachers Provide SEL classroom instruction, individual and group counseling in addition to responsive services, such as responding to crisis and child protection concerns Support MTSS process as part of the Care and Concern Team and in the provision of interventions Oversee the Student Ambassador Program to support new student transitions Member of the DEIJ steering committee developing comprehensive mapping of the school using the Intercultural Mapping Continuum to get a current reality of various areas of our community: Student Support, Beliefs and Attitude about Diversity, School Culture, Community Engagement, and Teaching & Learning Show less

Elementary School Counselor

• Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

Design and implement ASCA based comprehensive school counseling program for emerging bilinguals Provide individual counseling using a variety of methods, including strength-based, student-centered, play, expressive arts, and Relational-Cultural Theory Facilitate small group counseling with tailored lesson plans, covering self-esteem, executive functioning, impulsivity, regulation, disappointment, friendship, anger-management, school readiness and conflict resolution Teach counselor lessons on various topics in the classroom and support Second Step teacher led lessons Consult with parents and teachers regularly to create an optimal learning environment that offers emotional, academic, and therapeutic support Organize and facilitate K-5 Monthly SEL Assemblies Collaborate on school-wide initiatives such as student support plans and progress reports Show less

Substitute Teacher, preK-12

• Sep 2016 - Jun 2019

Assume responsibility of daily lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher in appropriate manner Utilize appropriate teaching strategies, methods of presentation, and techniques to motivate students to meet lesson plan requirements Monitor student work and progress and provided feedback to students and the classroom teacher Assume responsibility of daily lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher in appropriate manner Utilize appropriate teaching strategies, methods of presentation, and techniques to motivate students to meet lesson plan requirements Monitor student work and progress and provided feedback to students and the classroom teacher

School Counselor (Intern)

• Aug 2018 - May 2019

Provided individual counseling to students in grades 5 through 8 Led groups on self-esteem (girls) and self-growth (boys) for up to six students in each group Facilitated classroom lessons on social-emotional learning and MindUp Advisor for weekly student run Arts and Crafts Club Created and administered student needs assessment and analyzed data to inform student needs Implemented pre- and post-testing to display effectiveness of counseling program Initiated and coordinated career unit for 8th graders using CIS Oregon and Skype to connect students with resources and professionals from various career fields Participated in weekly teachers’ meeting on student classroom performance and behavior, 504 and IEP meetings Volunteered to assist teachers and counselors in supervising students during evening and weekend field trips Show less

School Counselor (Intern)

• Aug 2018 - May 2019

Counseled students individually and in groups with trauma histories, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, executive functioning difficulties, drug & alcohol abuse, and ODD Facilitated Anxiety Group for up to seven girls, grades 9-12 Presented career lessons, academic planning, and college and career requirements to students Engaged in student run clubs including Mindfulness Club and GSA Participated in weekly Leadership Team meetings to discuss current topics, assessments and interventions Collaborated effectively with teachers, school staff and administration to ensure students were on track to graduate Observed Care Team, 504 and IEP meetings Employed the Naviance System for career and college readiness and partnered with ASPIRE program Show less

School Counselor (Practicum)

• Jan 2018 - Jun 2018

Counseled individuals: Building rapport, goal planning, intervention, process, progress monitoring, closure Led small groups with tailored lesson plans, covering topics such as self-esteem, friendship, executive functions, anger management, mindfulness and conflict resolution Taught classroom guidance lessons on self-regulation utilizing MindUp curriculum Counseled individuals: Building rapport, goal planning, intervention, process, progress monitoring, closure Led small groups with tailored lesson plans, covering topics such as self-esteem, friendship, executive functions, anger management, mindfulness and conflict resolution Taught classroom guidance lessons on self-regulation utilizing MindUp curriculum

Southeast Asia Travel

• Mar 2016 - Aug 2016

Dedicated time to pursue personal expansion through international exploration, highlights below: 4 week progressive leadership training with emphasis on leading through authentic presence vs. control – Ubud, Bali 10 day Vipassana Meditation Retreat, central teaching mindfulness – Chiang Mai, Thailand Cultural immersion, discovering a new approach to life across 3 very different countries – Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam Dedicated time to pursue personal expansion through international exploration, highlights below: 4 week progressive leadership training with emphasis on leading through authentic presence vs. control – Ubud, Bali 10 day Vipassana Meditation Retreat, central teaching mindfulness – Chiang Mai, Thailand Cultural immersion, discovering a new approach to life across 3 very different countries – Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam

Product Manager / Merchant of Women's Active Apparel

• Jan 2013 - Mar 2016

Responsible for the strategic business and line plan development for the women’s active apparel category for D2C and B2BCreate seasonal product briefs for global market based on trends and target customer needsSet seasonal pricing structure and deliver product at target marginLead product design and development throughout creation process curating materials, approving fit, and executing visionIdentify product opportunity, success, and failure utilizing market research, sales reporting and retail industry reportsProduct lead and presenter to executive teams, internal/external sales groups and buyersPartner with key accounts to create customer-centric assortment for all channels: Specialty, Dept., Sporting Goods, OutdoorAttend Trade shows, regional market visits, and overseas seasonal development trips Show less

Product Coordinator of Performance Apparel

• Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

Manage all data related to performance product including: line lists, PLM - Enovia, hangtags, workbooks, and other CAD books for internal and external partnersLead on production calendar adherence for performance apparel coordinating with global counterparts EMEA and AP to fill global assortment needsResponsible for seasonal SMU products for key accounts and events; built and implemented new SMU Marathon calendar increasing product control and defining roles and responsibilitiesDeliver seasonal yoga product line from concept to commercialization including: briefs, design reviews, costing, fit sessions, planning, and forecastingIdentify product opportunity, success, and failure utilizing market research, sales reporting and retail industry reportsImplemented wear test program for athletes and consumers including sample buying, tracking, and deliveryPresent yoga product line to product team, tech reps, sales, and retail buyers Attend trade shows, market visits, sales meeting, and athlete summits Show less

Merchandising Assistant for Sahalie

• Jun 2010 - Jan 2011

Supported buyers in assortment planning, product selection and development for apparel, footwear and accessories for Sahalie Partnered with the Creative department to ensure accurate and most advantageous catalog representation Sample management: maintained tracking reports on orders and liaison for vendors to ensure samples arrive for photo shoots Provided research and business analysis regarding market/consumer trends, demographics, merchandise sales levels, competitor performance, etc. Conducted comprehensive competitive analysis report and presentation Provided and acquired product information from vendor Filled POs Attended fit sessions and product quality management on garment measuring Show less

Campus Representative

• Jul 2009 - Jun 2010

One-year internship Pioneered the first program at Oregon State University Provided brand awareness on campus through social media and marketing Hosted events sponsored by PINK to involve brand into campus life Participated in focus groups for product development and design of Collegiate Collection One-year internship Pioneered the first program at Oregon State University Provided brand awareness on campus through social media and marketing Hosted events sponsored by PINK to involve brand into campus life Participated in focus groups for product development and design of Collegiate Collection

Seasonal Operations Assistant

• Nov 2008 - Dec 2009

Provide customer service for all post sale services and insure inventory was optimized for customer Proficiently skilled in company computer data systems Assisted client development programs and aided sales floor when necessary Processed incoming and outgoing merchandise transfers between stores Received positive performance review Provide customer service for all post sale services and insure inventory was optimized for customer Proficiently skilled in company computer data systems Assisted client development programs and aided sales floor when necessary Processed incoming and outgoing merchandise transfers between stores Received positive performance review