Manage partnerships, oversee revenue and collaborate with high schools to produce early college programming. dual enrollment, contract courses and Perkins funded programming for all high schools in the Bristol Community.Supervise three designated early college programs, including one wall-to-wall program and one contract dual enrollment early college program, serving 1,000 students across the south coast.

Convening Chair

Co-lead the MA state effort by partnering with MA Executive Office of Education, DESE, MEFA, DHE and other stake holders to identify and address trends in post-secondary education among historically marginalized populations. Assist with related background research and correlated tasks that help guide the development of policy recommendations and initiatives designed to promote equity and enhance student success. • Led the RHM team to provide school and college counselors with relevant… Show more Co-lead the MA state effort by partnering with MA Executive Office of Education, DESE, MEFA, DHE and other stake holders to identify and address trends in post-secondary education among historically marginalized populations. Assist with related background research and correlated tasks that help guide the development of policy recommendations and initiatives designed to promote equity and enhance student success. • Led the RHM team to provide school and college counselors with relevant webinars and online resources to support students and educators throughout the pandemic; converted the Convening and other group trainings to teleconferencing through Zoom to maintain a consistent flow of information• Oversaw the request for proposal (RFP) process to build a robust professional development program Show less

My role supports the seven federally funded GEAR UP districts in Massachusetts, facilitated through the OSFA Office within the Department of Higher Education. This position was added to the GEAR UP grant with the goal of developing, increasing and tracking STEM and workforce development opportunities for GU students. We are in the process of evaluating career interest inventory usage in each district and how it is used in transition planning for high school and post-secondary goals… Show more My role supports the seven federally funded GEAR UP districts in Massachusetts, facilitated through the OSFA Office within the Department of Higher Education. This position was added to the GEAR UP grant with the goal of developing, increasing and tracking STEM and workforce development opportunities for GU students. We are in the process of evaluating career interest inventory usage in each district and how it is used in transition planning for high school and post-secondary goals. Additionally, I am identifying and mapping STEM and Workforce development programming in each GU district to maximize student knowledge and supports. Network with various community partners to ensure all entities in each of the GEAR UP districts are in alignment and utilizing all resources available to students in those communities. Show less

Taught Guiding the Admission Process for School Counseling students.

Working in a consultation role and as an academic manager for students struggling with school attendance for a variety of reasons. Liaison to the family, teachers and administration as the student transitions back to school.

Managed 13 counselors supporting 3,593 students in five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Collaborated with administrator for special education to oversee policies and procedures Oversaw K-12 school counseling budget. Provided crisis intervention, re-entry, and transition support to students and families. Ensured counselors remained current with professional development. Administered schoolwide college assessments (PSAT, NMSQT).• Member District and High… Show more Managed 13 counselors supporting 3,593 students in five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Collaborated with administrator for special education to oversee policies and procedures Oversaw K-12 school counseling budget. Provided crisis intervention, re-entry, and transition support to students and families. Ensured counselors remained current with professional development. Administered schoolwide college assessments (PSAT, NMSQT).• Member District and High School Crisis, Trauma, and Threat Assessment Teams• Engaged a third-party consultant to align school counseling curriculum with Massachusetts School Counselors Association (MASCA) Model 2.0 provisions• Recognized with a Massachusetts Accountability Report Cards (MARC Jr.) Award in 2018 • Selected as the school district’s Section 504 coordinator and Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) coordinator for College Board. Ensured the implementation of Section 504 procedures in the building, including coordinating referrals, determining appropriate Section 504 team composition, and facilitating evaluations and development of Section 504 plans• Developed dual enrollment policy to allow students to earn credit through postsecondary courses• Developed partnership between Stoughton High School and Year UP Show less

Working to support new students as they enroll in their classes at Worcester State University.

Taught classes on Child Development and Psychopathology. Served as counseling practicum supervisor for two sections. Mentored staff on career development.

Undergraduate Admission application seasonal reader.

Launched the College and Career Center at Framingham, High School. Developed and implemented curriculum for grades 6-8. Introduced transition planning for grades 6-7 and 8-9. Managed career focused events and the college visit program. • Developed customized programs for the English Language Learner (ELL) population • Created Futures Day curriculum on PSAT Day that included: College Application Process Workshop, NAVIANCE/Common Application Workshop, and Interview Skills… Show more Launched the College and Career Center at Framingham, High School. Developed and implemented curriculum for grades 6-8. Introduced transition planning for grades 6-7 and 8-9. Managed career focused events and the college visit program. • Developed customized programs for the English Language Learner (ELL) population • Created Futures Day curriculum on PSAT Day that included: College Application Process Workshop, NAVIANCE/Common Application Workshop, and Interview Skills Workshop• Chosen as the High School’s “out of district” liaison in the collection and sharing of graduation and college enrollment data from nearby schools Show less

Supervised and developed ten school counselors and two administrative assistants. Built curriculum for college and career readiness, as well as social and emotional learning. Reviewed students’ course selection, grades, and extracurricular activities to assist with identification of educational and career goals. Wrote multiple grants for the school and district. Counselor for the Thayer Campus Alternative High School.

Managed six admission counselors and three staff. Partnered with administrators, faculty, and counselors to recruit and enroll students. Planned campus events including special group visits, information sessions, open houses and accepted student days for up to 1,400 people. Speaker at information sessions, high schools, and college fairs.

Counseled and supported clientele struggling with bulimia, anorexia and binge eating disordersWorked with nutritionist, psychologist and social workers to monitor treatment and recoveryPrepared and monitor three meals a day plus three snacksConducted therapeutic activities for clients

Served population of 220 students grades 9-12Consulted with parents, teachers, clinical counselors, nurses and administrators to insure student safety, mental health and academic successAssisted students with career and college exploration, including the PSAT, PLAN and Strong Interest SurveyAdvised students throughout curriculum selection process, including presentations to parentsCo-leader for group titled "Staying Sane as the Parent of a Junior" for parents