Clark, Crystal Email & Phone Number

United States

Provide oversight of school counselors, student & family support centers and various community partnerships’ contracts across one of the largest districts in Upstate New York.

Rochester, New York Area

Collaborative Leadership: Nuture shared ownership and shared accountability.Incorporates the assets and needs of the school, family and community in the school improvement plan.Facilitates coordination of school and community resources. Work as a team with key stakeholders such as community partners, businesses and parents to break down barriers to students' educational success.

Coordinate, oversee and evaluate the overall effectiveness of Student & Family Support Center (S&FSC) programming.Supervise and advocate for community partners/staff members.Observe community partners' programs, provide targeted and actionable feedback.Develop clear, thorough and consistent expectations, rules, regulations and routines for support center staff.Conduct staff meetings to with keystakeholders to ensure a high bar of excellence.Maintain records, complete forms, compile and summarize available information and statistics.Work with families and community agencies to maximize multiple resources to enhance the students’ health and growth. Strengthen the connectivity between students, families and school staff.Work in collaboration with community partners break down the barriers that impede upon academic success.Work closely and effectively with children who have behavior challenges and their families; partner with adminstrators, school counselors, and teachers to execute individualized behavior interventions when needed.Offer students and families on - site and off-site access to community resources. Provide mentorship, advocacy and personal, social and academic support.Implement and perform individual and group counseling, immediate crisis counseling, and mediation for students and families.Promote physical, mental, cultural and emotional well-being of students.Work to help students meet and exceed NYS academic standards.Respond to issues and concerns addressed by students, parents, teachers and other staff.

Online

Own and operate an internet franchise www.shop.com/crystalclark. Train, manage, and support a network of upcoming business owners.Partner with local and national stores to provide customers with easier access to online shopping.Advertise for local and national stores online. Teach consumers how to utilize their collective buying power to drive down prices and participate in a share of the profit margin. Participate in entrepreneurship, financial management, team building, advertising, marketing, and social media training.

Supervise staff in a recreational setting.Instruct and lead a variety of youth development, life skills, social activities, recreation, athletic and cultural activities. Respond to inquires and concerns related to programmingPerform basic administrative tasks. Record and maintain city documentation. Collaborate with youth, parents and the community to develop programs and actiivites. Counsel and mentor children ages 6 - 19.Provide a safe and healthy environment for participants.Advise participants about pertinent resources and programs available in the community.Maintain a professional image for participants and the community.City of Rochester's Part-time worker, Full-time Hero Award, 2008

Advanced Certifications In District And Building Leadership

M.S., Counseling And Human Development

Activities and Societies: Harold Munson Counseling Award, 2009 Most Innovative Thesis Project, 2009 RCSD First Year New School Counselor.

B.A., Psychology, Sociology

Activities and Societies: Psi Chi, Psychology Alliance, Black Student Union (BSU), Communter's Council, Summa Cum Laude 2006 Dean's list.

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (A.A.S.), Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies

Activities and Societies: Graduated with High Distinction 2001 Dean's List 2001 - 2003

Bioscience, Certified Nursing Assistant