Compassionate, empathetic and understanding with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Deaf or Hard of Hearing Teacher
Newfoundland English School District
09.2013 - Current
Collaborated with other educators to develop instructional strategies.
Facilitated small group instruction to address individual learning needs.
Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.
Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems.
Worked closely with parents and guardians to address students' issues on multiple fronts.
Private Counsellor
Talk To Me Private Counselling Ltd.
09.2018 - 06.2023
Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
Conducted evaluations to help patients develop measurable treatment goals.
Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Itinerant Guidance Counselor
Newfoundland English School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
Swimming Coach
Aqua Aces Swim Team
09.2015 - 06.2021
Guided students on improving swimming speeds, developing kicking techniques and maintaining breathing.
Instructed swimmers in stroke and turn techniques to improve swim times.
Observed swimmers to find and correct faults and provide feedback on performance.
Conducted and coordinate many competitive swimming events.
Created and supervised daily workouts to refine swim techniques and devised lineups for competition.
Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
Instructional Resource Teacher
Newfoundland English School District
09.2008 - 08.2013
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.
Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs.
Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
Education
Masters of Counseling Psychology - Counseling
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL
05.2018
Masters of Psychology - Deaf Or Hard of Hearing
Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, NS
05.2009
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate/Secondary
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL
05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And English
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL
04.2002
Skills
Training in CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, Solution-focused, person-centered and brief therapies
Individualized Treatment Plans
Cultural Awareness
Individual and Group Counseling
Mental Health First Aid
Owned and operated my own private counseling practice for five years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Itinerant Guidance Counselor
Newfoundland English School District
09.2020 - 06.2021
Private Counsellor
Talk To Me Private Counselling Ltd.
09.2018 - 06.2023
Swimming Coach
Aqua Aces Swim Team
09.2015 - 06.2021
Deaf or Hard of Hearing Teacher
Newfoundland English School District
09.2013 - Current
Instructional Resource Teacher
Newfoundland English School District
09.2008 - 08.2013
Masters of Counseling Psychology - Counseling
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Masters of Psychology - Deaf Or Hard of Hearing
Mount Saint Vincent University
Bachelor of Education - Intermediate/Secondary
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics And English
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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