International School Counselor
American Embassy School Delhi, India August 2016- June 2020 |
- Collaborated to implement a Comprehensive Counseling Program for 520 students in grades PreK3 to Grade 5.
- Taught social emotional classroom lessons weekly to students in PK (Years 3 & 4) to Grade 5.
- Served as a member of the Student Support Team, which delivers an MTSS & RtI model to support students.
- Provided 8-10 small groups per semester regarding friendship, self-management, anxiety, and other topics.
- Provided individual counseling to students with highest needs.
- Provided transition support to students, parents, and staff who are moving in and away.
- Presented trainings on a variety of topics at monthly Parent Coffees sponsored by the Parent School Association.
- Presented trainings to teachers and assistants on social emotional and child protection topics.
- Consulted with parents and teachers regarding student supports and interventions.
- Served on the elementary admissions committee (August 2016- June 2020).
- Co-led the Elementary Student Leadership program, including the creation of Kindness Week (Fall 2016- Spring 2019).
- Co-chaired the K-12 Child Protection Team (August 2019- June 2020), and was member of team (August 2016- June 2019).
- Served on the ES Leadership, and Health & Wellness Committees (August 2016- June 2019).
- Chaired the Service Learning Committee in implementing a school-wide initiative using an inquiry-based, student-driven model (August 2017- June 2019).
- Initiated the teaching of safety units annually and in all divisions, while serving on the Child Protection Committee.
- Regularly attended professional development classes and conferences to stay up-to-date on best practices for counselors.