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Rhonda Mason

Calgary

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated School Counsellor with extensive experience supporting students in grades 8-12 through academic guidance, social-emotional development, and post-secondary planning. Collaborative team player with a strong ability to connect with diverse student populations, families, and school staff. Committed to fostering a safe, supportive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselling CT

St. Gabriel the Archangel
09.2018 - Current
  • conducts individual and group counselling to students on academic, social, emotional, and behavioral issues
  • provides mentorship and guidance on topics such as mental health, bullying, and family issues as well as school scheduling and career planning
  • collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student success and well-being
  • facilitates referrals to community agencies and mental health services when necessary
  • plans with administration the policies and procedures necessary to facilitate dynamic and impactful counselling programs


Teacher

Calgary Catholic School District
09.2005 - Current

I taught at three schools - Father Scollen, St. Bonaventure and Monsignor JS Smith

During this time I taught a variety of subjects, primarily grade 7, 8 ,and 9 Language Arts, but also grade 7 and 8 Social Studies, grade 7, 8, and 9 Religion, grade 7,8, and 9 Film Studies, and grade 7 and 8 Health

At Monsignor Smith I was the yearbook coordinator

Throughout my teaching career I coached Jr. High Senior Girl's Basketball

Throughout teaching my strengths were developing strong relationships with my students and their parents, collaborated well with my colleagues and contributed to the extra-curricular needs of the school

Education

Master of Counselling -

Gonzaga University
Spokane WA
08-2018

Bachelor of Education -

University of Alberta
Edmonton AB
11-2000

Skills

    active listening and empathy

    parent/guardian collaboration

    mental health support and referrals

    crisis intervention and conflict resolution

    career and post-secondary planning

    academic planning and goal setting

Timeline

Counselling CT

St. Gabriel the Archangel
09.2018 - Current

Teacher

Calgary Catholic School District
09.2005 - Current

Master of Counselling -

Gonzaga University

Bachelor of Education -

University of Alberta
Rhonda Mason