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Anthony Henderson

St Louis,MO

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Elementary School Counselor with a proven track record at the School District of Clayton. Expert in fostering emotional support and self-esteem building, while implementing effective counseling programs. Adept at collaboration and advocacy, successfully reducing absenteeism rates and enhancing student growth through tailored interventions and strong relationship building.

Professional school counseling expert. Skilled in providing emotional and academic support to students. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving tangible results. Adept at addressing diverse needs, fostering positive environment, and implementing effective counseling techniques. Dependable team player with knack for flexibility and responsiveness.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary School Counselor

School District Of Clayton
08.2000 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
  • Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
  • Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
  • Enhanced student emotional growth by implementing targeted counseling programs and interventions.
  • Conducted individual counseling sessions to improve student emotional and social skills.
  • Collaborated with external mental health professionals to provide comprehensive support services.
  • Led professional development workshops for faculty on topics such as mental health awareness and effective communication strategies.
  • Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.

Curriculum Coordinator for Counseling Department

School District Of Clayton
08.2017 - 06.2022
  • Organized curricular events such as workshops or conferences that fostered collaboration between school faculty members.
  • Managed resources effectively by overseeing budgeting processes and allocating materials according to needs.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to ensure appropriate accommodations were provided for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
  • Designed, implemented, and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
  • Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with educators and administrators to review and modify existing programs.
  • Streamlined curriculum review process, reducing time needed for revisions and updates.
  • Facilitated sharing of best practices among educators through regular team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.

Recruiter, Supply Admin Clerk, Combat Engineer, Un

United States Marine Corps
02.1980 - 08.1987
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and aptitudes.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening, and other pre-employment checks to verify information on the applicant's resume.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions promptly to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
  • Conducted market research to ensure competitive salary offers, attracting high-caliber candidates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sumner High School
St Louis, MO
05.1979

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

World Evangelism Bible College
Baton Rouge, LA
05.1992

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies In Curriculum & Instruct

National - Louis University
Chicago, IL
05.2002

Master of Arts - School Counseling

University of Missouri St. Louis
St Louis, MO
05.2008

Skills

  • Self-esteem building
  • Career exploration
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Group counseling
  • Advocacy
  • Individual counseling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Emotional support

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of Shared Leadership.
  • Helped to develop a district strategic plan for the School District of Clayton
  • Collaborated with team of 10 as a part of the resource allocation committee.

Certification

Certified School Counselor in the state of Missouri

Timeline

Curriculum Coordinator for Counseling Department

School District Of Clayton
08.2017 - 06.2022

Elementary School Counselor

School District Of Clayton
08.2000 - 06.2024

Recruiter, Supply Admin Clerk, Combat Engineer, Un

United States Marine Corps
02.1980 - 08.1987

High School Diploma -

Sumner High School

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

World Evangelism Bible College

Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies In Curriculum & Instruct

National - Louis University

Master of Arts - School Counseling

University of Missouri St. Louis

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