Deborah Shames Email & Phone Number

Saddle River, Nj, Us

New York City Metropolitan Area

As the Transfer Admissions Advisor to the Kaplan Leadership Program, I walk the KLP Scholars through every aspect of the upward transfer process from community colleges to four-year institutions. From developing a list of potential transfer schools to teaching them how to explore and research colleges to helping them understand the importance of "fit" to preparing for interviews, I make sure they have the skills and insights make informed choices. My role is to ensure they can effectively transfer to, and graduate from, competitive 4-year institutions and move on to being change agents in their careers and communities.

Nj/Ny

I assist parents and students will all aspects of the college process. This includes setting a timeline, outlining the process and creating an action plan for applications and standardized testing, producing a list of prospective schools, and assisting with essay brainstorming, editing and application review. I work with students in grades 9-12 and also with students wishing to transfer from one college to another.

Hoboken, New Jersey, United States

Developed a comprehensive college counseling program for the school to guide students. Worked with many First-Generation college-bound students, assisting them in all aspects of the college process.

Oradell, New Jersey, United States

Served as a Guidance Counselor to students in grades 7-12. Supported students with academic, personal, and mental health issues, helping them to have a successful high school experience. Performed all counselor duties, including creating college lists, reviewing essays, and encouraging students to self-advocate with teachers to maximize their success. Served as Interim Guidance Chairperson for the 2006-2007 school year. Founding Director of the Peer Leadership Program where I supervised 40 students and 3 staff advisors in helping 9th grade students effectively transition to high school.

Elmont Memorial High School, Elmont, Ny

Dedicated counselor to a diverse and multicultural school of students, grades 7-12, including First- Generation and immigrant students. Performed all duties of school counselor including academic advisement, college advisement, and support throughout the college/post-secondary process. Worked as effective team member of large counseling staff.

Masters, Applied Psychology/Counselor Education

Bachelors, Human Development And Family Studies

Activities and Societies: Orientation Steering Committee, Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Empathy Assistance and Referral Service