Teacher/Counselor

• Aug 2018 - Present

Professional School Counselor

• Jul 2016 - Aug 2018

• Provide support for students, parents, teachers, and administrators to promote the success of approximately 1600 students by implementing a Comprehensive School Counseling Program• Advise approximately 450 students on scheduling and on the college application process• Serve on the 23/4 committee targeting at-risk students using data to increase and promote on time graduation• Create and deliver core curriculum guidance lessons regarding Bridge Bill, academic progress, social issues, registration, and college and career planning• Implement small groups to meet social and academic needs of students• Assist students with the scholarship application process and complete recommendations• Facilitate student support meetings and attend IEPs, 504s, and Disciplinary Hearings• Host parent informational nights addressing high school matriculation and financial aid• Coordinate a family outreach program to provide food for our students and their families in need• Create student schedules to meet their academic needs and college admission requirements• Collect and review data in preparation for RAMP application• Coach varsity softball and junior varsity tennis• Manage the high school’s webpage

School Counseling Intern/ Long Term Subsitute

• Aug 2015 - Aug 2018

• Acted as a member of the counseling department by attending meetings and assisting with brainstorming and planning initiatives aligning with the school’s mission• Delivered classroom guidance lessons regarding Bridge Bill, graduation requirements, and registration process• Conducted junior advisement meetings• Monitored the progress of struggling students and maintained a shared database with other counselors and administrators• Attended and participated in IEP and 504 meetings• Coordinated Special Programs Night to prepare students and parents for class registration• Composed letters of recommendation and completed counselor recommendations for Common App and University of Georgia applicants• Planned and implemented the New Student Small Group during fall and spring semesters• Assisted with the Fall 2015 open house and registration process• Attended recruitment events for various colleges from around the state and country• Assisted students with individual crises• Facilitated student and parent meetings with college bound seniors • Collected and analyzed data in preparation for the RAMP application process • Participated in county sponsored Professional Development