Rebecca Sparer
Springfield,MA
Summary
Hard worker, organized, and motivated to learn, grow, and excel in the field of psychology and counseling.
Enthusiastic to meet the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students.
Holds a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals. Enthusiastic, ambitious, and eager to expand skills in order to provide support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Service Member
AmeriCorps Program
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborating with school staff to identify at-risk students, implementing targeted interventions to promote positive outcomes.
- Facilitating conflict resolution between peers, fostering a positive learning environment for all students.
- Actively participating in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in school counseling techniques and strategies.
Graduate Associate: Partners Program Coordinator
Springfield College Center For Service/Leadership
08.2023 - Current
- Enhancing youth engagement by developing and implementing interactive programs focused on mentorship between College and Elementary school students.
- Maintaining detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with policies.
- Facilitating regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
Individual Support Worker
Public Partnerships, LLC
04.2022 - Current
- Completing regular check-ins and progress reports on client's well-being.
- Building and maintaining rapport with client and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Consulting with supervisors to assess case and plan strategies to meet academic and personal goals.
Guidance Counselor
Buck's Rock Performing And Creative Arts Camp
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
Student Mentor & Caseworker
Academic Leadership Association
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Counseled students individually and in group sessions to help promote personal and educational motivation.
- Monitored student academic progress, communicating with each student frequently and intervening to assist students experiencing difficulties.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Sababa Camp At The Beach
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching and participating with campers.
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, issues and goal achievement.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
After-School Program Coordinator
BLAST (America Reads)
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated after-school activities contributing to individual student growth and development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Springfield College
Springfield, MA05.2023
Skills
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Student Advocacy
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Updates
- Student Activity Program Planning
- Social Emotional Learning
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training - 2024
- American Red Cross CPR Training - 2021
Accomplishments
Long-term Girl Scout (2006-2019)
President of Youth Group (2017-2019)
Vice President of S.A.V.E (Students Against Violence Everywhere) at Springfield College (2019-2021)
Head of the Event Planning Committee - Academic Leadership Association (2022-2023)
Director of Women Empowerment group at Springfield College (2021-2022)
Timeline
Student Support Service Member
AmeriCorps Program
08.2023 - Current
Graduate Associate: Partners Program Coordinator
Springfield College Center For Service/Leadership
08.2023 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Buck's Rock Performing And Creative Arts Camp
07.2022 - 08.2023
Individual Support Worker
Public Partnerships, LLC
04.2022 - Current
Student Mentor & Caseworker
Academic Leadership Association
11.2021 - 06.2023
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Sababa Camp At The Beach
06.2021 - 08.2021
After-School Program Coordinator
BLAST (America Reads)
09.2019 - 12.2021
Master of Education - School Counseling
Springfield College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Springfield College
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