James Shannon
PLYMOUTH
Summary
Experienced High School Guidance Counselor skilled in academic advising and student counseling. Successfully coordinated college readiness workshops and engaged with parents to enhance student development, fostering a collaborative environment for academic achievement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Guidance Counselor
Pembroke Public Schools
Pembroke
08.2004 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with teachers to support student development and well-being.
- Coordinated workshops on college readiness and financial aid resources.
- Maintained student records and updated academic progress regularly.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student concerns and promote collaboration.
- Participated actively in parent-teacher and IEP conferences, advocating for students.
- Provided emotional support during times of distress or difficulty due to family issues, bullying.
- Monitored graduation requirements to ensure all students are on track towards meeting these goals prior to graduation day.
- Conducted college admissions workshops and seminars for high school seniors.
- Advised students on course selection according to program requirements at different universities.
- Counseled students on educational options such as college selection and majors, based on their interests and abilities.
- Engaged in professional development activities such as attending conferences or webinars relevant to the field of counseling.
- Met with students to address attendance, grades, and credits.
- Organized individual and group counseling sessions for students with various backgrounds.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
- Guided students through academic and career planning processes.
- Facilitated individual counseling sessions to address personal and emotional issues.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05-1995
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health/Human Services
Franciscan University
Steubenville, OH12-1992
Skills
- College admissions
- Academic advising
- IEP facilitation
- Workshop coordination
- Student counseling
- Student advocacy
Timeline
High School Guidance Counselor
Pembroke Public Schools
08.2004 - 12.2025
Master of Education - Counseling
Bridgewater State University
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health/Human Services
Franciscan University