School Assistant

Debbie Rolon, M.S.Ed.

*** **** ****** ********, *** York 11237. **********@*****.***. 718-***-****

Qualification Summary

Emerging School Counseling professional with a graduate degree and robust service-orientation seeking a Guidance Counselor opportunity. Fluent in spoken and written Spanish.

Education

Master of Science in Education, Counseling and School Psychology, 2015-Alfred University, Alfred, NY

Bachelor of Science, Health and Human Services, 2012-Boricua College, Brooklyn, NY

Professional Certifications & Affiliations

Provisional Certification, School Counseling

Level I Teaching Assistant Certification

Certificate of Completion, Bullying Prevention Specialist

Certificate of Completion, Dignity for all Students Act (DASA)

Certificate of Completion, Child Abuse Identification and Reporting

Certificate of Completion, School Violence Prevention and Intervention

BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)- American Heart Association (AHA)

Association School Counseling Association, Member 2014-Present

American Counseling Association, Member 2014-Present

Related Experience

Federation of Italian American Organization of Brooklyn, Ltd, Brooklyn, NY

School Counselor Intern (9/2014-5/2015)

Counsel individual students for academic, personal/social, and career development. Educate eighth grade students about career awareness, high school options and scholarships.

Counsel -facilitate small counseling groups on topics including, social skills, and bullying for grades 6 through 8.

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents and special education specialists to problem solve and provide students with needed support for personal and academic success.

PS/IS 163 Brooklyn, NY

School Counselor Intern (09/2014-05/2015)

Delivered an Anti-Bullying curriculum/workshop for grades 4 through 8 focusing on topics such defining bullying, conflict resolution, role of the internet in bullying, how to handle bullies, and alternative behaviors for bullies and victims.

Provided weekly input to school Counselors department on initiatives such as development of counseling framework within the school and student’s Individual evaluation Plan (IEP).

Provided weekly input to school counselors department on initiatives such as development of counseling framework within the school, student 504 administration, and crisis plan development.

Teamed with teachers and other staff members to address student concerns. Also attended student and parent --articulation session for incoming seventh graders.

Debbie Rolon, M.S.Ed.

Behavioral Experience

Worked with classroom teachers in implementing Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) in accordance with students IEPS.

Assisted classroom teachers in utilizing applied behavior management strategies (ABA).

Consulted with classroom teachers and school behavioral team to implement appropriate crisis management strategies.

Assisted in teaching strategies for implementing functional behavioral assessments (FBA).

Additional Experience

PS/IS 370 at PS 163, Brooklyn, NY

Educational Assistant (9/2010-Present)

Assisted teacher with implementing lessons, activities and manipulatives.

Provided extra support to students, such as teaching strategies for treatment plan goals such as Positive Behavioral Assessments(FBA) .

Collaborated with coworkers to share best practices and resolve academic and disciplinary matters.

Assisted in utilizing Sensory integration, applied behavior management (ABA),

and crisis management strategies.

Utilized Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Social Stories, augmenting student ability to describe a situation, skills and concepts in terms of relevant social cues, perspective and common responses in a specifically defined format.

PS/IS 53 at IS 88 Peter Rouget School, Brooklyn, NY

Educational Assistant (09/2007-09/2010)

Assisted students during classroom activities to ensure safety for both students and adults.

Assisted teacher with implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEP), Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Antecedent, Behavior and Consequence Charts to improve students academic and developmental goals throughout the school year.

Provided students with assistance with skills such as health and grooming.

Practical Experience: Creative and passionate client advocate experienced in supporting clients with developmental disabilities in realizing individual goals, leading educational work workshops, Provide structured social skills instruction and reinforce appropriate social skills during recreation activities.

Communication & Relationship Building: Collaborative team player with natural affinity for establishing and maintaining productive relationships and interfacing with clients, families, and community agencies.

Additional Strengths: Eager to expand knowledge, deepen understanding, and hone craft. Proficient with Mac and Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint); Knowledge of Special Education Student Information System Data Base (SESIS).

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