Sarah Browder Alexander
Westfield
Summary
With a proven track record at Stokes County Schools, I excel in creating supportive educational environments, evidenced by reduced absenteeism and enhanced student emotional growth. I effectively foster academic and social success through individual counseling and comprehensive guidance programs. I provide daily support for classroom behavioral issues.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Counselor
Stokes County Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
- Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
- Facilitated MTSS process to promote an equitable learning experience for students with learning difficulties or mental health diagnoses that affect the classroom experience.
- Coordinated the 504 process to ensure that classroom and testing accommodations were provided for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
- Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations and businesses to provide an array of resources to benefit the school community.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
Assistant Teacher
Stokes County Schools
10.2017 - 07.2022
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC07-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Greensboro College
Greensboro05-2015
Skills
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Social skills training
- Behavioral Interventions
- Suicide prevention
- Individual counseling
- Referral coordination
- Excellent communication
- Collaboration with parents and other stakeholders
Certification
Non-violent crisis intervention
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor
Stokes County Schools
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Stokes County Schools
10.2017 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Counseling
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Greensboro College
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