Jennifer Arellano
Pfafftown
Summary
Motivated and compassionate school counselor with a strong foundation in social-emotional learning fostered through work with U.S. Navy and a passion for fostering positive student development. Eager to contribute to a supportive learning environment and help students thrive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Work and Family Life Coordinator, Life Skills Coordinator
DOD Fleet and Family Support Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided education and training to help active-duty service members and their families develop essential skills for navigating the challenges of military life.
- Classes taught include: Anger Management, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, and Stress Management.
- First in the European Region certified to teach Mind Body Mental Fitness, focusing on a proactive approach to building resilience.
- Worked with sailors ages 25 and below to reduce risks related to serving outside the continental United States.
Substitute Teacher
Mercer County Board of Education
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Classroom management.
- Implemented existing lesson plans and improvised when no lesson plans were available.
- Long-term position as Middle School Special Educator.
- Co-teaching training.
Education
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Salem College
05-2026
MS - Psychology, Specialization: Counseling
Capella University
01.2013
BA - Psychology, Minor: Social Work
Concord University
01.2004
Skills
- Life skills counseling
- Life skills education
- Oral communication
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Group instruction
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptable
- Lesson implementation
Certification
- Suicide Prevention and Response: Safe Talk and ASSIST
- 10 Steps to a Federal Resume
Other Experience
Case Manager, Professional Social Worker
Timeline
Work and Family Life Coordinator, Life Skills Coordinator
DOD Fleet and Family Support Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Substitute Teacher
Mercer County Board of Education
01.2008 - 01.2012
MS - Psychology, Specialization: Counseling
Capella University
BA - Psychology, Minor: Social Work
Concord University
M.Ed. - School Counseling
Salem College
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