Lead Teacher School Counselor

S H I R L E Y M. C A T A L A N O

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Focused, driven and dedicated Counselor and Educator with years of proven experience, paired with years of volunteer work in the local community. Adept in driving student success, both in teams and independently. Experienced success in working with students and families that are initially resistant to collaborating with educators. Able to address barriers that limit students from receiving the full benefit of their educational experience. Possess a high level of energy and passion for working with students, which allows for adaptability to any setting. Currently in search of a challenging and an exciting new role..

Core Skills & Technology

Lesson Planning Curriculum Development Classroom Management Student Engagement Communication

Banner Microsoft Office Star Base Pentemation Sasi Safari, Publisher Columbia Lotus Notes WordPro 123 Office Vision VM PROFS WordStar AmiPro WordPerfect DB4/5 Raisers Edge Master Scheduling

Education

Master of Science, Guidance & Counseling, Sage Graduate School

Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management, SUNY Empire State University

Associate of Science, Physical Education, SUNY Hudson Valley Community College

Associate of Science, Office Technologies, SUNY Dutchess Community College Diploma, Photography, Rhode Island School of Photography

Professional Experience

SAUGERTIES CSD, SAUGERTIES, NY 2012– PRESENT

ULSTER BOCES SUMMER SCHOOL, SAUGERTIES, NY 6/2016

QUESTAR III BOCES SUMMER SCHOOL, CATSKILL, NY 6/2015

TEACHING ASSISTANT 2014–PRESENT

•Develop and deliver classroom core curricula and instructive programs for students in the absence of supervising teachers; also assist Lead Teacher in lesson delivery and presentation efforts

•Lead behavioral administration for students in-order-to create a safe classroom environment; includes executing student individual development plans (IEPs)

•Foster a vigorous classroom environment conducive to learning, suitable to physical, social, and emotional development

•Communicated and interacted with families to create a nurturing, helpful and compassionate environment for students

•Foster in students a sense of curiosity, exploration, and problem solving

•Act as a responsive member of the emergency management team during and after school as emergencies arise

•Liaise with students after school to help them with homework, as part of the "Homework Help" Program

SAUGERTIES CSD, SAUGERTIES, NY 2014– PRESENT Follows instructions from the school office and Lead Teacher in handling classroom instruction; read and comprehend curricula and lesson plans

•References lesson plans left by Lead Teacher to ensure that suitable measures were taken at all times

•Handle classroom instruction according to school policies and objectives

•Managed student behavior so as to maintain classroom order, as well as promote a climate of fairness and respect

•Collected and corrected students’ assignments according to classroom procedures

•Ensures that a non-discriminatory atmosphere is maintained in the classroom

•Follows up on instructions left for the Lead Teacher and follow them appropriately

•Create substitute teaching and instruction reports at the close of each day and leave them for the Teache

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BERLIN CSD, CHERRY PLAINS, NY 2007-2008

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

•Served as a Guidance Counselor at the elementary, middle, and high school levels

•Delivered positive direction for students' academic, social, and emotional well-being

•Worked effectively with children diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, mental health issues, as well as those from diverse populations

•Devisee a Guidance Curriculum, touching on Classroom Lessons, Career Awareness, Conflict Resolution, Social Skills, Developmental Awareness and Resume Writing

•. Student Assessments, Master Schedule, Student Placement, Scheduling, New Student Transition, along with Academic and Career Advisement

•Provided Responsive Services, e.g. Mental Health, Family and Teacher Consulting, as well as Crisis Intervention, Grief Management, Psycho-Educational Support, Anger Management, Financial Aid and College Applications

•Delivered Systems Support in the areas of Program Evaluation; Program Development and Coordination; Needs Assessment and Committee Participation

•Acted as mediator between students to sort out disputes and resolve conflicts

•Counseled students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection, school adjustment, state testing, truancy, study habits, career planning, social needs and emotional matters

•Connected with families for outside therapeutic referrals and coordinated with a student outside providers

•Conferred with families, teachers, other Counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral, academic and other important needs to help them garner success

•Facilitated workshops, as well as informational sessions on subjects related to education and/or career planning

•Reviewed transcripts to ensure students met graduation or college entrance requirements

•Drafted letters of recommendation and referred students to degree programs based on interests, aptitudes and/or assessments

•Implemented ways to secure more familial involvement

Earlier Experience

High School Counselor Long-Term Replacement, Onteora CSD, Boiceville, NY 2007-2008

Elenville Elementary School Counselor Long-term Replacement Ellenville, NY 2005-2006

Ninth Grade School Counselor Long-Term Replacement, Rondout CSD, Accord, NY 2005

Community Involvement – Volunteer Work

Court-Appointed Special Advocate, Kingston NY, 2012-2016

Classroom Aide/Volunteer, Saugerties CSD, Saugerties, NY 2012- 2014

Greeter/Counselor, AARP Volunteer Tax, Saugerties, NY 2009-2014

Second Grade Classroom Aide/Volunteer, Saugerties CSD, Saugerties, NY 2012-2013

Certifications & Professional Development

Training, DASA Six-Hour Certification Education Workshop @ BOCES, 2014

Permanent Certification, K-12 School Counseling, New York State (#1843458)

Certification, Teaching Assistant, NYSTCE, 2012

Certification, TCI at Children’s Village, 2012

Training, Facilitator Workshop for Administrators, Step Up Assemblies

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