Jessica Michelle Seifert
Westminster
Summary
Knowledgeable and experienced Professional School Counselor in supporting students' academic, career, social, and emotional development. Proven track record of guiding students through academic and personal challenges, resulting in improved school performance and well-being. Known for leadership, collaborative approach, positivity, and empathy, ensuring reliable support for both students and staff. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff, and effectively complete projects and achieve department goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Denver Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students' needs and develop appropriate interventions for improved academic achievement.
- Implemented data-driven approaches to track student progress and improve counseling outcomes.
- Collaborated with educators and parents to create supportive learning environments for students.
- Mentored new counselors, providing guidance on best practices in school counseling services.
- Advocated for underrepresented students, ensuring equitable access to school resources and opportunities.
Full time Substitute Teacher
Denver Public Schools
01.2013 - Current
- Instructed high school classes as assigned; Followed lesson plans cohesively
- Completed long term substitute assignment for Freshmen English/Biology classes 2014 and 2016
Membership Associate
Greenpeace
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Educated public regarding environmental issues
- Supported mission of Greenpeace by selling memberships and meeting weekly sales quotas
Independent Teacher/Business Owner
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Obtained Massage License certification and conducted 15-20 massages per week from 2009-2012
- Completed Yoga instructor certification and taught 3 classes per week at local studio/private classes from 2006-2010
Youth Care Worker
Youth Development Institute
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Coached and mentored troubled girls in residential treatment facility
- Ensured safety of teens and adherence to program rules
Operations Manager
University of Phoenix
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Managed Campus Operations at Scottsdale Learning Center
- Responsible for Performance and Management, Resource Planning and Budgeting
- Conducted Recruitment and Selection and Conflict Management
- Completed Management Development Program, 2005
Corporate Trainer
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Created comprehensive Training Program for new and current academic counselors
- Responsible for Training and Development and Employee Retention
- Trained new academic counselors hired; Conducted group trainings for current counselors
Academic Counselor
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Assisted students with class scheduling and advised on University policy and procedure
- Used retention and coaching strategies to ensure degree completion
- Received superior customer service award, 2001
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2000
Masters of Business Administration - undefined
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2004
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX06-2018
Skills
- Individual and group counseling
- Academic advising
- Career counseling
- Social-emotional learning
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Multicultural competence
- Data Driven Interventions
Accomplishments
*3 years experience as a High School Counselor in Denver Public Schools at DMLK; 4 years experience Middle School Counselor
*DMLK Counseling Team Lead 2021-2025
*Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Colorado
*100% ICAP Completion for caseload each School Year
*ASCA Implementation Leader
*Trained and mentored 3 new Counselors
*Solutions Focused Brief Counseling Training, 2021
*Brain Health Coach Certification, 2022
*EMDR certification completed, 2024
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Denver Public Schools
08.2018 - Current
Full time Substitute Teacher
Denver Public Schools
01.2013 - Current
Membership Associate
Greenpeace
01.2012 - 01.2013
Independent Teacher/Business Owner
01.2006 - 01.2012
Youth Care Worker
Youth Development Institute
01.2005 - 01.2006
Operations Manager
University of Phoenix
01.2003 - 01.2005
Corporate Trainer
01.2002 - 01.2003
Academic Counselor
01.2000 - 01.2002
Masters of Business Administration - undefined
University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Master of Arts - School Counseling
Lamar University
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