Education

Lisa M. Olek

***** ***** *******, *******, ** 20148

adm8f7@r.postjobfree.com

202-***-****

George Mason University-Masters of Education in Counseling-2015 Kent State University-Bachelors of Science in Education-1989

• COST Program-Student Teaching, Christchurch, New Zealand

• Member of American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Experience

2014-2020 Substitute Counselor & School Counselor, Loudoun County Public Schools

Substituted for counselors on leave at elementary and middle school levels before taking a permanent middle school counselor position in 2016 where I was responsible for academic, social emotional and career development. I performed threat asessments, suicide assessments, scheduling, course changes and delivered lessons at each grade level on topics such as sexual harassment, bullying as well as various social/ emotional topics for 350 students of varying needs. Collaborated with co-workers during parent, attendance, staff, administrative, counseling, child study, IEP, and Unified Mental Health team meetings. Researched topics based on unique situations for students and parents to meet their needs. Participated in restorative practices in specific behavioral situations for conflict resolution. 2008-2009 Graydon Manor-Administrative Assistant, VA-Part Time Assisted administration with scheduling outpatient appointments and verifying insurance for mental health services; answered phones and kept patient records up to date. 1999-2001 Instructional Assistant-Autism, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA Assisted the lead teacher in preparing lessons and activities/outings, utilized classroom management skills, acted as parent liaison, wrote daily reports and performed other duties as necessary.

1997-1998 Kindergarten Teacher-Clark County Public Schools, NV Prepared and executed lessons for instruction of two groups of 28 students for morning and afternoon Kindergarten weekly. Establish classroom rules and expectations conducive for positive learning experiences. Promote social/emotional development and resolve classroom behaviors as needed. Assess learning objectives by creating evaluations aligned with standards of learning. Conduct parent teacher conferences and provide volunteer opportunities. Collaborate with teachers and staff daily.

1996-1997 Administrative Assistant, Neon Museum - City of Las Vegas, NV Assistant to director of Neon Museum in the department of neighborhood services providing support scheduling, attending meetings, writing meeting minutes, preparing correspondence and acting as receptionist and additional duties as needed. 1995-1996 Teacher-Tustin Preschool, CA

Develop and implement age appropriate lessons plans for students ages 3 to 4. Maintain a safe learning environment to foster positive social interactions between classmates participating in outdoor and indoor activities.

1994-1995 Camp Personnel Director, Congressional Schools of Virginia Responsible fo~ hiring and assigning camp counselors and counselors in training, coordinating camp events with finance and program directors; tracking, preparing and submitting payroll. 1991-1993 Systems Administrator, Central Intelligence Agency, VA Perform WANG and DOS LAN network administrative tasks, maintain user accounts supporting 300 users, troubleshoot WANG and IBM PC hardware and software issues. Converted WANG documents to Word for windows and supported users during transition by teaching word processing techniques, configuring hardware and installing software as needed. Assisted in publishing department newsletter.

1990-1991 Teacher, Langley Children's Center, VA

Develop and implement age appropriate lesson plans for students ages 3 to 4. Maintain a safe learning environment to foster positive social interactions between classmates participating in outdoor and indoor activities. Supervise one or more assistants as needed. 1989-1990 Substitute, Leland Children's Center, Chevy Chase, MD Substitute~ World Bank Children's Center, Washington, DC Sales Consultant, Lancome Cosmetics, Tyson's Corner, VA Volunteer Work

Selden's Landing PTA, VA

Huntington Beach Hospital, CA

Interests

Calligraphy, Graphic Design, Baking, Cooking & Mindfulness