• Success Achieved: Designed and implemented data driven academic enhanced program to address failing 9th graders and students at risk for repeating their current grade; Developed sophisticated data management system to track student progress; Caseload: 180 students.• Identified behavior/productivity trends that contributes to students failing status and created educationally enhanced programming that improve and reinforce academic habits associated with success in secondary education;… Show more • Success Achieved: Designed and implemented data driven academic enhanced program to address failing 9th graders and students at risk for repeating their current grade; Developed sophisticated data management system to track student progress; Caseload: 180 students.• Identified behavior/productivity trends that contributes to students failing status and created educationally enhanced programming that improve and reinforce academic habits associated with success in secondary education; Conduct weekly administrative meetings to address truancy, behavioral and work completion issues.• Engaged in the grant writing process to secure funding needed to support the complete operations of the On-Track program. • Conducted transcript audits, register students, refer students for alternative educational services and outreach to parents to encourage parental participation and increase accountability. Show less

• Success Achieved: Served as lead Social Emotional counselor and head consultant for Southbridge High School; managed student case load of 500 High School, and 80 Special Ed students; ensured all students with IEP/504 plans received counseling services and supports needed i.e. crisis management/referral, risk assessments and evaluation, outreach to parents and held administrative treatment/planning meetings.• Consulted with Middle School staff to train and support other counselors and… Show more • Success Achieved: Served as lead Social Emotional counselor and head consultant for Southbridge High School; managed student case load of 500 High School, and 80 Special Ed students; ensured all students with IEP/504 plans received counseling services and supports needed i.e. crisis management/referral, risk assessments and evaluation, outreach to parents and held administrative treatment/planning meetings.• Consulted with Middle School staff to train and support other counselors and social workers in state mandated reporting procedures; Conducted investigations and provided findings to senior administration.• Served as a member of the climate and culture team; developed cross functional peer mentoring program designed to focus on leadership, work completion, organizational skills, and developing healthy peer relationships. Show less

Developed social emotional support model for after school STEM program for middle school students; provided individual and group counseling, collaborated with administrative and teacher teams to develop comprehensive program to attract students to STEM based studies and vocational tracks • Mentored, worked with students identified as at risk for dropping out of school, provided social-emotional and academic support on a weekly basis; assisted students with problem solving… Show more Developed social emotional support model for after school STEM program for middle school students; provided individual and group counseling, collaborated with administrative and teacher teams to develop comprehensive program to attract students to STEM based studies and vocational tracks • Mentored, worked with students identified as at risk for dropping out of school, provided social-emotional and academic support on a weekly basis; assisted students with problem solving, conflict-resolution; collaborated in IEP development Show less

Taught College and Career Readiness, developed curriculum and lesson plans, provided academic advising and social emotional counseling, coordinated school events and field trips, assessed crises and made referrals, coordinated with academic and administrative teams and participated in IEP/504 meetings

School Guidance Counselor-Springfield College Practicum January-June 2015Harvard EdLabs Academic Specialist-AmeriCorps August 2013-June2014Created individual comprehensive graduation plans for urban high school students, re-engaged dis-enrolled students, provided community outreach, provided social-emotional support; addressed trauma, crisis assessment and management • Facilitated schedule changes, collaborated… Show more School Guidance Counselor-Springfield College Practicum January-June 2015Harvard EdLabs Academic Specialist-AmeriCorps August 2013-June2014Created individual comprehensive graduation plans for urban high school students, re-engaged dis-enrolled students, provided community outreach, provided social-emotional support; addressed trauma, crisis assessment and management • Facilitated schedule changes, collaborated with parents, teachers and administrators, attended IEP/504 meetings• Monitored attendance and progress in night school and college programs and attended student classes • Provided individual academic counseling, tutored in subject areas including writing and research • Provided consultation and referral services to community agencies; coordinated events to increase cultural awareness and parental involvement • In 2013, case managed 75-80 retained students working towards promotion to 11th and achieve on-time cohort graduation including ELL Learners, and students on IEP/504 Plans In 2013, oversaw 46% of students promoted to 10th grade by March 2014, and 66% of students on track to promotion by June 2014• Developed processes and procedures for “Commerce Pride” 9th Grader repeater academy; supervised Career Choices classes; created program curricula Show less

Writing Tutor-Academic Success Center Worked with undergraduate and graduate students to hone writing skills, edited and proofread papers, tutored on research assignments, APA/MLA citations, assisted students to develop paper topics. Also provided counseling and referral services as needed  Chosen to represent Springfield College at the New England Peer Tutor Association conference in February 2015; will be presenting on the topic of… Show more Writing Tutor-Academic Success Center Worked with undergraduate and graduate students to hone writing skills, edited and proofread papers, tutored on research assignments, APA/MLA citations, assisted students to develop paper topics. Also provided counseling and referral services as needed  Chosen to represent Springfield College at the New England Peer Tutor Association conference in February 2015; will be presenting on the topic of “Perspective and Voice in Writing” Show less

School Guidance Counselor-AmeriCorps Program • Worked with middle school aged students in a guidance capacity to ensure academic success• Assist in classrooms providing individualized literacy support; provided social-emotional support; collaborated with academic and guidance teams; attended IEP/504 Meetings

Director-Substance Abuse Action Council • Oversaw and developed 14 town community substance abuse coalition • Assessed educational needs relating to substance abuse/addiction awareness and prevention, collaboration community constituents, developed programming; trained staff and external organizations • Maintained program budget, supervision of staff and event planning, identified funding opportunities, developed grants Clinical Liaison/Client Rights Officer… Show more Director-Substance Abuse Action Council • Oversaw and developed 14 town community substance abuse coalition • Assessed educational needs relating to substance abuse/addiction awareness and prevention, collaboration community constituents, developed programming; trained staff and external organizations • Maintained program budget, supervision of staff and event planning, identified funding opportunities, developed grants Clinical Liaison/Client Rights Officer May 2008-August 2012 • Oversaw admissions to clinical services for young adult clients residing in specialized group homes, coordinated discharge transition plans from CMHA services to future providers • Liaison to state funders and Ability Beyond Disability and other clinical and educational institutions, provided outreach and assessed crisis • Investigated and mediated client grievances; Conducted trainings for clients and staff members about state law and advocacy, living skills, benefits and state entitlements Show less

Assistant Resources and Services Coordinator • Developed two DMHAS young adult programs, coordinated day to day operations • Maintained individual clinical records and taught independent living and social skills • Attended IEP meetings, collaborated with school systems on behavioral plans/ vocational support