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Stephanie Harris

Mount Juliet,TN

Summary

Professional counselor with strong background in educational support and student development. Proven track record of guiding students through academic and personal challenges, resulting in improved school performance and well-being. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both students and staff. Key skills include whole group social/emotional instruction, program development, valued for strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication abilities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional School Counselor

Wilson County Schools
08.2017 - Current
  • Responsible for scheduling and conducting all S-Team meetings with organized and thorough student data utilizing observations, teacher input, county documents, RTI data, EasyCBM data, and Panora.
  • 504 Plan coordinator including scheduling meetings, paperwork, notifying teachers, as well as using my teaching experience to observe and give input to best practices for the plan.
  • Implemented a bi-weekly whole group social/emotional schedule with teachers using a spiral curriculum approach.
  • Collaborated with registrar and administration to manage the three tier attendance system as outlined by the county, including maintaining all files, paperwork, and parent contacts.
  • Responsible for leading the attendance incentive committee, as well as implementing and monitoring a school wide attendance incentive program.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions to address student concerns and challenges.
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to identify students needing additional support services.
  • Maintained accurate records of student interactions and progress toward goals.
  • Engaged with parents to provide resources and guidance regarding their child's development.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to enhance counseling techniques and knowledge.
  • Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
  • Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
  • Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
  • Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
  • Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
  • Streamlined communication between administration, teachers, parents, and students by developing an efficient referral system for counseling services.
  • Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in leadership committees focusing on student engagement initiatives.
  • Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
  • Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational goals.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty, and parents to address problems and grow student success.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.

Professional School Counselor

Mt. Juliet Christian Academy
08.2011 - 07.2016

Grades K-12

Classroom Teacher

Hopkins County Schools
08.2000 - 05.2008
  • Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher
  • First Grade Classroom Teacher
  • Second Grade Classroom Teacher

Education

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky, KY
12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky, KY
05.2000

Skills

  • Effective parent-counselor communication
  • 504 plan management
  • S-team collaboration and data analysis
  • Student motivation through relationships and goal setting
  • Proficient in ASCA approved Second Step Social/Emotional curriculum
  • One-on-one counseling
  • Proficient in Functional Behavioral Assessments
  • Social-emotional whole group instruction
  • School McKinney-Vento coordinator
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Student data organization
  • Advanced teaching skills
  • Skyward, EasyCBM Reports, RTI, TNCompass data expertise

Timeline

Professional School Counselor

Wilson County Schools
08.2017 - Current

Professional School Counselor

Mt. Juliet Christian Academy
08.2011 - 07.2016

Classroom Teacher

Hopkins County Schools
08.2000 - 05.2008

Master of Arts - School Counseling

Western Kentucky University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Western Kentucky University
Stephanie Harris