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Alan Saum

Long Beach

Summary

Dedicated school counselor with over 10 years of experience in individual counseling, crisis intervention, and student advocacy. Proven ability to enhance student well-being and academic success through effective communication and conflict resolution. Skilled in building strong relationships with students, families, and staff to develop and maintain a safe and supportive environment which promotes student success.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Paramount Unified School District
Jackson Middle School
04.2016 - Current
  • Created a school culture of positivity by implementing an effective school counseling program centered around empowering students to become successful and make a positive impact in their communities.
  • Facilitate weekly individual and group counseling sessions to support student mental health and academic success.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to create and review individualized education plans for students with unique needs.
  • Conducted classroom guidance with all 6th grade students on conflict resolution, mental health awareness, suicide prevention, stress management, and effective communication skills.
  • Monitor students with attendance concerns through weekly check ins, facilitating attendance groups, and family communication to increase student school engagement.
  • Member of the school's MTSS/SST team developing academic and behavior intervention plans.

Education

Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) - School Counseling

National University
La Jolla, CA
07-2016

Master of Arts - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
06-2008

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Fresno State
Fresno, CA
06-2004

Skills

  • Individual counseling
  • Suicide prevention
  • Crisis intervention
  • Student advocacy
  • Group counseling
  • Conflict mediation

Key Accomplishments

  • Active member of the PUSD Crisis Team supporting students and staff district wide.
  • Co-lead in the implementation of the WEB (where Everybody Belongs) program, a nationally recognized orientation and transition initiative that promotes student leadership, peer mentorship, and a positive school climate for all incoming 6th grade students.

Timeline

School Counselor

Paramount Unified School District
04.2016 - Current

Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) - School Counseling

National University

Master of Arts - Social Work

California State University, Long Beach

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Fresno State
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