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Angela Rizzuto

Windsor

Summary

Dynamic Professional School Counselor with a proven track record at Weld Re-4 School District, enhancing student outcomes through data-driven interventions and compassionate crisis support. Skilled in individual counseling and student advocacy, I fostered a positive school climate and empowered diverse student populations to achieve academic and personal success.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional School Counselor

Weld Re-4 School District
08.2000 - Current
  • Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
  • Continuously improved professional skills by attending conferences, workshops, and trainings related to school counseling practices.
  • Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
  • Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
  • Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources for families in need.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes.
  • Created a welcoming school atmosphere by offering resources and assistance to new students transitioning into the community.
  • Contributed to a positive school climate by participating in leadership committees focusing on student engagement initiatives.
  • Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
  • Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
  • Mentored aspiring counselors through intern supervision, sharing knowledge about best practices within the profession.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among students, resulting in a decrease in disciplinary incidents.
  • Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Assisted students in exploring and selecting career paths.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
  • Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.

Professional School Counselor

Weld RE-9 School District
08.1998 - 05.2000
  • Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
  • Assisted parents in understanding their child''s academic progress through regular communication and meetings.
  • Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
  • Improved the effectiveness of school-wide intervention programs by continuously monitoring and adjusting strategies based on student outcomes.
  • Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
  • Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources for families in need.
  • Developed comprehensive guidance programs for diverse student populations, fostering positive school environments.
  • Collaborated with teachers to identify students'' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
  • Implemented data-driven counseling practices, leading to more effective solutions for student issues.
  • Enhanced student academic performance by providing individualized counseling and support services.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling And Career Development

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05-1998

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Professional ethics
  • Multicultural competence
  • Self-care strategies
  • Suicide prevention
  • Individual counseling
  • Student advocacy
  • Academic advising
  • Career counseling
  • College preparation
  • Solutions-focused
  • Compassionate
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Attention-deficit disorder experience
  • Policy and procedure improvements

Timeline

Professional School Counselor

Weld Re-4 School District
08.2000 - Current

Professional School Counselor

Weld RE-9 School District
08.1998 - 05.2000

Master of Arts - Counseling And Career Development

Colorado State University

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