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Mamaroneck, New York

Harrison, New York

Irvington, New York

• Performed all the duties of a school counselor plus the following as Chairperson of Guidance.
• Testing coordinator for all standard and non-standard students for the PSAT, PLAN, ACT, SAT, SAT II’s, and Advanced Placement exams.
• Organized, administered and coordinated the guidance program which included formulating guidance policies and procedures.
• Worked with administration to create the master schedule.
• Developed both a college night and college fair for students in 9th-11th grade.
• Lead weekly department meetings 9-12 and Monthly meetings 6-12 developing new programs aligned with 21st century learning and departmental goals.

Canandaigua, New York

• Carry a caseload of 300+ students (Including Exchange Students) regarding educational issues such as College and Career planning, course and program selection, class scheduling, school adjustment, truancy, and study.
• Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome academic, personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.
• Instruct individuals in career development techniques such as job search and application strategies, resume writing, and interview skills.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, other counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral, academic, and other problems.
• Provide students with information on such topics as college degree programs and admission requirements, financial aid opportunities, trade and technical schools, and apprenticeship programs.
• Review transcripts to ensure that students meet graduation or college entrance requirements and write letters of recommendation.

Rochester, New York Area

• Performed all the duties of a school counselor plus the following as Director of Counseling
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and maintain curriculum standards; develop mission statements, and set performance goals and objectives.
• Organize and direct committees of specialists, volunteers, and staff to provide technical and advisory assistance for programs.
• Confer with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies, and student behavioral or learning problems.
• Develop partnerships with businesses, communities, and other organizations to help meet identified educational
• Needs and to provide school-to-work programs.

Master'S Degree, Counselor Education/School Counseling And Guidance Services, K-12

Bachelor'S Degree, Industrial And Organizational Psychology