Liz Lewtan
School Counselor at Manchester Public Schools- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Connecticut School Counselor (068)
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Licensed Professional Counselor
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Experience
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Manchester Public Schools
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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School Counselor
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Aug 2016 - Present
-Implemented a unique comprehensive "Imagine College Now… I am College Bound" program for students including classroom lessons, interest inventories, research, student presentations and family college night.-Collaborates with Student Assistance Team to support students and teachers using a system that tracks implementation of supports and periodic follow up.-Teaches classroom lessons on social and emotional learning, emotional intelligence, career interests, post secondary options, and life skills. -Supports students individually and in small groups to develop coping strategies allowing them to access their learning and have a positive mindset. -Trained in Physical and Psychological Management (PMT) to assist students who present challenging behavior that is unique to them and their environment.-Created positive school climate with an open door for students with school avoidance to have a safe place to check in and check out throughout the day. -Performed at risk assessments and DCF referrals and supported students and families throughout the process.-Prepared to assist in emergencies as second in command, FEMA certified in Emergency Management designed for people who have emergency management responsibilities.
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Mansfield Public Schools
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United States
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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School Counselor - Long Term Substitute
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Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
- Initiate programs to help students gain life skills, for example organization, time management, leadership skills, mindfulness & positive thinking.- Advocate for students to obtain the resources they need in order to maximize their performance & provide the student the ability to perform at a higher level academically. - Plan transition programs for incoming students & those moving on to high school, including course selection, 504 caseload meetings, & groups sessions to minimize anxiety and stress.- Foster student interaction through group counseling providing outlets for growth & development with focus on social skill building & role playing exercises built around situations of social stress.- Coordinate peer mediation program including choosing & training mediators, scheduling & overseeing mediations, documenting & tracking outcomes. - Schedule students using Powerschool taking into account teacher recommendations, tiered interventions, & standardized assessments. - Communicate with parents/guardians by email & phone calls regarding student performance, attendance, at risk situations, accommodations and transition plans.- Teach classroom lessons & groups on career exploration, personal interests, learning styles, mindfulness, growth mindset & emotional intelligence.- Administer standardized state assessments including material preparation, scheduling, proctor training, makeup tracking.- Conduct needs assessments in order to create a comprehensive school counseling program based on student responses.- Implement creative tier 1 & tier 2 interventions to support struggling students while working closely with teachers to track improvement.- Founded the Unity Club giving students a supportive environment to discuss current events & personal concerns regarding areas of acceptance and tolerance.- Responsible for all student 504 plans working closely with students, parents, teachers & staff, to ensure accommodations are implemented & appropriate.
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CREC
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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School Counselor - Long Term Substitute
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Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
- Assisted students with academic planning and scheduling using Powerschool to maximized credit acquisition and college requirements preparing for an on-track graduation. - Represented students by reporting on academics, college and career planning and personal/social issues at Planning and Placement Team Meetings.- Responsible for the 504 process of students on caseload including tracking and setting appointments, facilitating and coordinating meetings and implementation and execution of plan. - Conducted weekly meetings with students and communicated with parents or guardians regarding their student’s academic progress and personal/social issues. - Guided students through the college application process including the benefits and usage of Naviance and all that it has to offer in assisting them with college and career exploration.- Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments and implemented Behavior Intervention Plans.
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Vice President
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Aug 1994 - Apr 2015
- Communicated directly with customers on inquiries on product information, orders, production schedules and credit issues.- Organized and conducted training sessions and continuing education sessions for new hires and for current employees. - Maintained confidentiality of personnel records, trained employees in sexual harassment, conducted performance evaluations, employment interviews and exit interviews.- Collaborated with managers from various departments, owners and investors on comprehensive company plans and strategies. - Created comprehensive marketing plans, including print, electronic, social media, tradeshows, and distributor visitations.- Directed and managed yearly catalogs ranging from 72 to 15 pages. Coordinated printing, art, photography, pricing and mailing.- Prepared and performed all duties in running 3 real estate LLC’s including accounts receivable, accounts payables, year-end income statements and balance sheets, and coordinated with CPA for tax returns.
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Education
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1987 - 1991
Wellesley College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics and Sociology -
2013 - 2016
University of Saint Joseph
Master of Arts - MA, Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services -
1991 - 1993
Boston University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Accounting and Business/Management
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