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Full Work History

High School Counselor - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 

July 2024 - Present

  • Creating and co-creating comprehensive policies and procedures for the counseling department to enhance operational efficiency and consistency.

  • Digitizing counseling forms and integrated them into PowerSchool to increase documentation accuracy and accessibility.

  • Networking with universities to support student transitions and facilitate smoother pathways to higher education.

  • Collaborating with grade-level leads to support student needs and enhance academic and social-emotional well-being.

  • Authored ISCA/IB ATL advisory lessons for grades 9 and 10 to enrich the advisory curriculum. Led the development and delivery of the leadership curriculum for grade 11 advisory to foster leadership skills among students.

  • Leading the current counseling audit to evaluate and improve counseling services in alignment with best practices.

  • Conducting individual and small group family new student orientations to aid in student acclimation and success.

  • Review applications for grades 9–11 from a counseling perspective to ensure appropriate student placement and support.

  • Scheduled new students and assessed transcripts to facilitate proper course placement and academic planning.

  • Provide family and individual counseling for academic, university, and social-emotional concerns to support holistic student development.

  • Revitalizing and leading the ICS Student Ambassador program to promote student leadership and a welcoming community for all students.

  • Advising the "Mind Matter" mental health service club to support student initiatives on mental health awareness.

  • Leading the creation of suicide protocols and procedures to enhance student safety and crisis response.

Middle School Counselor - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 

February 2024 - June 2024

  • Collaborated with school leadership to address middle school students' social-emotional needs, enhancing overall well-being and academic success.

  • Administered targeted Tier III SEL interventions and provided specialized consultations to address complex student needs.

  • Partnered with educators and parents to develop and implement focused interventions for students requiring additional support.

  • Delivered focused short-term counseling and facilitated group sessions to support student development and crisis management.

  • Facilitated conflict resolution sessions and peer mediation workshops to improve student relationships and promote a positive school climate.

  • Participated in child safeguarding team meetings, contributing to strategies that ensure the safety and protection of all students.

  • Spearheaded an initiative to update and expand the directory of external mental health resources, enhancing community partnerships and student access to specialized services.

Liscensensed Graduate Professional Counselor - Telehealth, MD

February 2023 - February 2024

  • Provided in-depth therapeutic services, addressing both acute and prolonged mental health concerns.

  • Conducted tailored therapy sessions for individuals and groups using evidence-backed approaches.

  • Assisted clients with diverse challenges, from anxiety and trauma to life transitions.

  • Devised and regularly updated treatment plans to maximize outcomes.

  • Executed risk assessments and intervened in crises, ensuring timely referrals.

  • Upheld rigorous client record confidentiality in line with ethical and regulatory standards.

  • Offered psychoeducation, equipping clients and families with resilience tools.

  • Engaged in supervision and professional seminars, ensuring top-tier therapeutic delivery.

Social Emotional Counselor - New Delhi, India

July 2020 - June 2023

  • Collaborated with school leaders on students' social-emotional needs.

  • Facilitated resources for high school SEL enhancement.

  • Assisted HS leadership in integrating SEL into daily routines.

  • Administered Tier III SEL interventions and offered specialized consultations.

  • Partnered with educators and parents for targeted student interventions.

  • Participated in key meetings, ensuring stakeholder communication on student needs.

  • Delivered focused short-term counseling and group sessions.

  • Responded to crisis situations, including suicidal ideation and community tragedies.

  • Liaised with external therapists, facilitating necessary student referrals.

  • Analyzed educational data to refine and improve SEL initiatives.

  • Advised on co-curricular activities emphasizing mental well-being and transitions.

  • Designed grade-specific counseling modules and an 11-unit SEL curriculum for grades 9-10.

  • Spearheaded transition programs, including onboarding new students and aiding departures.

  • Presented student mental health insights to health and academic staff.

  • Led initiatives mapping learning outcomes across grades 9-12.

  • Contributed actively to school-wide initiatives, emphasizing SEL and faculty assessment.

Junior School Counselor - Jeju, South Korea

July 2018 - June 2020

  • Planned and developed curriculum for classroom presentations on topics such as self-control, self-esteem, friendships

  • Led weekly personal-social counseling small groups and grade level lessons

  • Provided small group and individual counseling sessions

  • Provided in-service training and guidance for teachers

  • Assist with development and social goals for Personal Success Plans

  • Maintained documentation of conversations and students records protecting confidentiality

  • Offered after school activities such as peer mediation on conflict resolution using Restorative Practice

  • Wrote the School-Wide Needs Assessment for staff, parents and students; and analyzed Data for the Junior School

  • Created school-wide counseling curriculum framework modeling after the International school counseling Association framework

  • Co-wrote/implemented school-wide suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention policies

High School Counselor - Seoul, South Korea

July 2015 - June 2018

  • Consulted and collaborated effectively with parents and guardians, teachers, and administrators, regarding students with identified needs and concerns.

  • Accurately and appropriately utilized student data.

  • Monitored student academic performance, behavior, and attendance and

  • assisted with appropriate interventions.

  • Assisted students individually and in groups with developing academic and

  • personal goals.

  • SAT/PSAT school-wide coordinator

  • IB Extended Essay and CAS Supervisor

  • Provided leadership and calming presence during crisis and consulted

  • appropriate resources as needed.

  • Ensured timely and proper follow-up on all referrals made to internal and

  • external resources.

  • Assisted in implementing student seminars for self/career exploration,

  • college search, and application process

  • Evaluated transcripts and conducted testing for proper placement 

  • Assisted in the development of new student program, monthly guidance newsletter, and middle-to-high school transition program

  • Assisted students complete college applications and financial aid forms world-wide

  • Assisted students individually and in groups with developing academic and personal goals.

  • Redeveloped and Head SFS Student Ambassadors; student transition program

High School Counselor - Washington D.C., USA

July 2012 - June 2015

  • Collaborated with teachers, parents, and students to promote student success

  • Consulted with families and teachers to assess student needs

  • Extensive knowledge of STARS (DCPS student information system)

  • Provided individual academic, social, and career counseling for students

  • Facilitated academic, personal, and career classroom guidance lessons

  • Evaluated out of district transcript for credit detail

  • Maintained student notes and files

  • Created and modified student schedules

  • Advanced Placement (AP), The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship

  • Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), Scholastic Aptitude Test, PLATO (DCPS online credit recovery), High School/College Internship Program (HISCIP), Community Service Coordinator

  • Interim Master Scheduler

  • Identified students for academic awards and probation • Performed other related duties as required

  • Career and College counseling for all grade levels

School Counseling Substitute - Baltimore County, MD

February 2012 - June 2012

  •  Participated in SST, 504, and IEP meetings

  • Facilitated classroom guidance 

  • Small group counseling (bullying, grief, academic, social) 

  • Crisis Response (death of staff member/parent of the student, suicidal outburst by students)

  • Maintained student notes

  • Assisted in 5th-grade articulation to middle school

  • Consulted with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding students’ needs

  • Coordinated college/career awareness month

  • Coordinated anti-bullying week

  • Referred students to outside agencies, as necessary

School Counseling Intern - Washington D.C.

August 2011 - December 2011

  • Co-facilitated the implementation of an online parent-teacher conference registration

  • Created and co-facilitated advisory lesson plans 

  • Assisted school staff implement school wide advisory program

  • Developed and implemented transition/transfer student group

  • Planned and lead academic, personal, and career classroom guidance lessons 

  • Maintained student notes and files

  • Maintained department counseling calendar

  • Assisted in planning parent-teacher conferences

  • Participated in city-wide professional development 

  • Participated in SST and 504 meetings

  • Participated in Counselor-Administration meetings, Grade level meeting

  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and students to promote student success

  • Consulted with families and teachers to assess student needs

  • Utilized Stars (DCPS student information system)

  • Provided individual academic, social, and career counseling for students 

  • Helped evaluate middle-school transcripts

Special Education Teacher - Prince George's County, MD

June 2010 - June 2011

  • Maryland State Department of Education Provisional Certification – General Special Education

  • Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques within a behavior modification system

  • Provided direct facilitation and guidance using a computer-based instructional program 

  • Prepared materials for classroom activities

  • Enforced rules for behavior and policies and procedures to maintain order among students. 

  • Conferred with parents and social workers to develop individual educational plans designed to promote students' education

  • Instructed through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in several subjects including English, mathematics, and chemistry. 

  • Developed and implemented strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of educational backgrounds 

  • Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques, technologies and other materials. 

  • Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. 

  • Prepared, administered, and graded tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress (as needed). 

  • Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and educational requirements. 

  • Planed and supervised class projects, field trips, and other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from these activities 

  • Performed other related duties as required

  • Provided behavior intervention for student

Para-Professional Teachers Assistant - Hyattsville, MD

September 2009 - July 2010

  • Work collaboratively with educational staff to provide direct supervision

  • Help maintain the safety and security of students

  • Assist youth with lessons in the classroom

  • Support staff with behavior management program

  • Substitute teach with lesson plans when necessary

  • Document and report students behaviors

  • Provide behavior intervention for students 

Newport News Juvenile Services - Newport News, VA

September 2007 - July 2009

  • Supervised and counseled clients pending further court intervention 

  • Maintained the safety and security of client and residents

  • Transported clients and/or residents home/court/program/local attractions

  • Documented and reported client behaviors

  • Planned and facilitated education, cultural, social, and therapeutic groups 

  • Co-facilitated and implemented a modified behavior system

  • Tutor clients/resident on school work/Assist clients in obtaining employment 

  • Dispense appropriate discipline and incentives for clients and residents 

  • Schedule and conduct client intake interviews and treatment team meetings

Site Monitor/Program Leader School Age Programs - Hampton, VA

June 2007 - December 2007

  • Supervised youth aides, tutors, program leaders for various program sites

  • Monitored and maintained payment and program logs for various program sites 

  • Monitored and planned activities for approximately 60 students, grades K-5 

  • Chaperoned field trips

  • Dispensed appropriate discipline for youth in the program and wrote disciplinary notices

  • Ensured programs are open and operating according to the Standard Operating Procedure set by Hampton Parks and Recreation

Program Coordinator After School Program – Radford, VA

June 2007 - May 2007

  • Provided a positive mentor relationship for approximately 25 at-risk youth aged 5-8 years 

  • Oversaw and maintained the safety of the children 

  • Tutored and planned educational and interactive activities for students

  • Implemented diversity tolerance activates for children

  • Supervised approximately 30 service-learning students (college volunteers)

  • Facilitated reflection with service-learning students

  • Dispensed appropriate discipline for youth in program

Volunteer/Site Leader/Intern After School Program- Radford, VA

Fall 2004/ Fall 2005/ Fall 2006

  • Provided a positive mentor relationship for at-risk youth 5-11 years old school program.

  • Tutored and planned educational and interactive activities for students.

  • Oversaw and maintained the safety of the children

Resident Assistant Radford University - Radford, VA

January 2005 - May 2007

  • Planned and facilitated programming to foster academic, personal, and professional maturity among residents

  • Upheld university Code of Conduct 

  • Supervised and maintained safety of ~50 residents

  • Mediated complex situations with roommates and referred as necessary

Youth Aid - Hampton, VA

Seasonal 2004 - 2007

  • Monitored and planned activities for 10-20 K-5 grade students.

  • Tutored students with school work

  • Created daily interactive educational activities, planned arts and crafts time 

  • Chaperoned field trip

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