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Alexandra Laird

Travelers Rest,SC

Summary

Experienced and dedicated School Counselor with 11 years of service at a Title 1 elementary school. Skilled in supporting student's academic, social, and emotional development. Adept at working with diverse populations. Proven ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators, community resources, and families to address student needs and enhance overall school culture. Passionate about empowering students and contributing to their success through effective counseling services and teams-based approaches.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counselor

Hollis Academy Elementary School
08.2014 - Current
  • Provide individual, small group, and classroom counseling to students in grades K4-5th
  • Conduct behavior interventions and collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to create individualized support plans
  • Lead small group sessions focusing on topics like anxiety, emotion regulation, grief, family changes, and self-esteem
  • Lead staff professional development in Conscious Discipline, ACE's (Adverse Childhood Experiences), and other trauma-informed training to foster a supportive learning environment
  • Serve on the district's crisis team, providing immediate support and intervention during critical incidents across the district
  • Teacher of the Year 2017-2018 school year
  • School Counselor Mentor: mentor, evaluate, and support new counselors to the district
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.

Summer Camp Lead Counselor

George I. Theisen YMCA
06.2015 - 08.2016

Supervised campers and counselors at a day camp and on field trips.

Community Center Director

The Salvation Army
06.2010 - 05.2013

Promoted, organized, and successfully ran an after-school and summer camp program for at-risk students.

Education

Master of Education - School Counseling

The Citadel Graduate College
Charleston, SC
05-2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2010

Skills

  • Group Counseling
  • Creative Interventions
  • Student Advocacy
  • Experience With Diverse Populations

Affiliations

  • American School Counseling Association
  • Palmetto State School Counseling Association

Timeline

Summer Camp Lead Counselor

George I. Theisen YMCA
06.2015 - 08.2016

School Counselor

Hollis Academy Elementary School
08.2014 - Current

Community Center Director

The Salvation Army
06.2010 - 05.2013

Master of Education - School Counseling

The Citadel Graduate College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

The College of Charleston
Alexandra Laird