Robert Lipson LPC
Denver
Summary
Experienced professional school counselor with a strong focus on collaboration and data-driven decision-making. Committed to enhancing student success through tailored support interventions, assessments, and restorative practices ensuring effective and positive behavioral outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Professional School Counselor
Aurora Public Schools
Aurora
01.2002 - Current
- Mentor students in navigating personal and academic challenges, cultivating resilience, and growth.
- Counsel families on effective parenting techniques designed to encourage positive behavioral shifts in students.
- Coordinate efforts with educators, school administrators, parents, and community groups to define strategies that are vital for advancing student social and academic performance.
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of counseling programs and interventions.
- Manage evaluations for students seeking 504 Plan accommodations.
- Deliver crisis intervention services to students facing emotional, physical, or social distress.
- Member of district's Counseling Leadership Team and school's Instructional Leadership Team.
Special Education Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
Aurora
08.1998 - 05.2001
- Collaborated with other educators and professionals to design instructional plans.
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Created a safe environment conducive to learning for special education students.
- Provided instruction in academic, communication, and social skills to special education students.
- Monitored the educational progress of each student according to established timelines.
- Collaborated with outside agencies providing services for students and families to deliver cohesive support.
Course Director
Connecticut Department of Children & Familiesren
East Hartland
05.1996 - 09.1997
- Coordinated training programs for staff to enhance professional development.
- Oversaw course evaluations to ensure quality and compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated collaboration among teams to improve program delivery and effectiveness.
- Mentored educators to strengthen teaching methods and promote student engagement.
- Provided leadership in the delivery of courses to ensure objectives were met.
- Provided guidance for instructors on best practices for teaching methods.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of Colorado
CO05-2001
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Data-driven decision making
- Restorative practices and conflict resolution
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Student assessment
- Program evaluation
- Educational collaboration
- Cultural competency
Certification
Licensed Practicing Counselor (LPC), Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (#0003675)
Accomplishments
Superintendent’s Recognition Award, Aurora Public Schools, 2012. Awarded for work as Crisis Support Team Lead.
Diversity Advocate Award, Aurora Public Schools, 2010. Recognized for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion among students and their families.
Mentor Award, Aurora Public Schools, 2008. Recognized for mentoring counseling interns and newly hired professional school counselors.
Outstanding Youth Advocate, Aurora Teen Court, City of Aurora, CO., 2003. Recognized for leadership and dedication to making positive changes in schools and community.
“We’re Making a Difference” Award, Cherry Creek School District, 1999. Awarded to educators fostering significantly positive impacts in students' lives.
Diversity Advocate Award, Aurora Public Schools, 2010. Recognized for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion among students and their families.
Mentor Award, Aurora Public Schools, 2008. Recognized for mentoring counseling interns and newly hired professional school counselors.
Outstanding Youth Advocate, Aurora Teen Court, City of Aurora, CO., 2003. Recognized for leadership and dedication to making positive changes in schools and community.
“We’re Making a Difference” Award, Cherry Creek School District, 1999. Awarded to educators fostering significantly positive impacts in students' lives.
Timeline
Professional School Counselor
Aurora Public Schools
01.2002 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Cherry Creek School District
08.1998 - 05.2001
Course Director
Connecticut Department of Children & Familiesren
05.1996 - 09.1997
Master of Arts - School Counseling
University of Colorado