Dedicated School Counselor and Advocate for Student Growth
Resume:
Dedicated and student-focused educator with a strong commitment to fostering academic
excellence, student development, and a positive school culture. I have experience in school counseling, curriculum development, and instructional strategies. Adept at collaborating with faculty, staff, parents, and stakeholders to enhance student achievement and well-being. Skilled in implementing evidence-based counseling techniques, facilitating student success, and coordinating school-wide programs.
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
School Counselor
School Counselor
West Central Elementary School, Rome, GA
August 2025- Present
Mitchell County Middle School, Camilla, GA
August 2018 -June 2025
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
Albany State University
Graduated: May 2018
Specialization:
School Counseling
Lead and support a comprehensive, data-
driven school counseling program aligned
with district and school missions, focusing
on academic achievement, career
readiness, and social-emotional growth.
Conduct individual and group counseling
sessions, classroom guidance lessons, and
career readiness programs.
504 coordinator
Serve as the building contact for the
social/emotional curriculum, Second Step
Serve as school attendance representative
Serve as a leadership team member,
MTSS/PBIS team and crisis response team
representative.
Lead and support a comprehensive, data-
driven school counseling program aligned
with district and school missions, focusing on
academic achievement, career readiness,
and social-emotional growth.
Conduct individual and group counseling
sessions, classroom guidance lessons, and
career readiness programs.
504 coordinator
Serve as testing coordinator (EOG, GAA,
and diagnostic testing)
Georgia Southern University
Graduated: May 2004
E D U C A T I O N
P R O F I L E
L E S L I E S A N F O R D
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Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Ashford University
Graduated: May 2012
Specialization:
Reading Literacy
Associate of Science in Business
Administration
Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College
Graduated: May 2002
C O N T A C T E X P E R I E N C E
Serve as master scheduler
RIT/MTSS coordinator
Serve as a leadership team member and
crisis response team representative.
Manage REACH Scholarship coordination
and collaborate with stakeholders for student
success.
Serve as LEA for IEPs
7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Mitchell County Middle School, Camilla, GA
August 2014 -May 2018
Delivered engaging instruction in English
Language Arts, fostering literacy and critical
thinking skills.
Implemented differentiated instruction and
classroom management strategies for diverse
learners.
Served on the Positive Behavior Interventions
and Supports (PBIS) team to promote a
positive school climate.
Trained in Formative Instructional Practices
(FIP) to enhance student assessment and
learning outcomes.
Language Arts and Reading Teacher
Albany Middle School, Albany, GA
August 2007 -May 2014
Provided effective instruction in language
arts, reading comprehension, and writing
skills.
Led Response to Intervention (RTI) initiatives
and served as the 7th-grade RTI Chairperson.
Designed and facilitated Flexible Learning
Program (FLP) sessions and afterschool
remediation programs.
Served on the Dougherty County School
System Middle School Language Arts
Curriculum Team.
Conducted Paideia Seminars to encourage
student-led discussions and critical analysis.
L E S L I E S A N F O R D
S K I L L S
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School Counseling & Student Development
Academic Advising & Intervention Strategies
Proficiency in educational technology
(Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams,
Infinite Campus, Synergy)
Strong interpersonal and communication
skills
Student Behavior Management (PBIS)
RTI/MTSS & 504 Plan Implementation
Standardized Testing Coordination
Master scheduling
Career & College Readiness Programs
Stakeholder & Community Engagement
Team building
Financial Literacy
Coachability/ follow instructions
Motivation
Willingness to Learn
Self-Motivation
Relationship Building
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