Toba Wolf
Brighton
Summary
Experienced educator and school counselor with 15 years in independent schools, specializing in academic and emotional support. Developed curriculum and collaborated with teachers and families to enhance student success. Strong background in psychology and mental health counseling facilitates the creation of inclusive environments that foster communication and critical thinking. Seeking High School English Teacher position to inspire students' love for literature and writing.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Torah Academy Boys Division
Brookline, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Provide individual and small-group counseling for students in grades 1–8, supporting their academic, behavioral, social, and emotional development.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to create and implement strategies that enhanced student success and well-being.
- Conduct classroom lessons focused on social-emotional learning, conflict resolution, resilience, and responsible decision-making.
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans, monitoring student progress to ensure effective support and development.
- Consult with teachers regarding classroom management strategies and accommodations for diverse learners.
- Coordinated referrals to outside providers and community resources.
- Fostered positive, inclusive school climate that encouraged learning and nurtured healthy relationships.
Substitute Teacher
Maimonides School & Torah Academy of Boston
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Delivered classroom instruction across multiple grade levels, ensuring alignment with established curriculum to facilitate student learning.
- Maintained positive, organized classroom environments conducive to learning.
- Created positive, organized classroom environments that fostered engagement and supported diverse learning styles.
- Adapted instruction to address individual learning and behavioral needs, enhancing student participation and comprehension.
Daycare Provider
09.2012 - 06.2019
- Created safe, nurturing environment fostering early literacy, language development, and social growth.
- Planned and implemented engaging educational and enrichment activities tailored to developmental needs.
- Established daily routines that encouraged independence, responsibility, and positive behavior.
- Maintained open communication with families to support children's developmental progress.
Mental Health Counseling Intern
OCEAN, Inc. Head Start
10.2011 - 06.2012
- Delivered tailored counseling services to preschool-aged children and families, fostering emotional growth and resilience.
- Coordinated with teachers to create and implement effective behavioral intervention plans, enhancing classroom dynamics.
- Led social skills groups for children ages 3–5, promoting interpersonal skills and emotional regulation.
- Presented workshops for parents on bullying prevention and child development.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Tiny Tots Preschool
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Supported lead teachers in implementing educational activities in general and special education classrooms.
- Helped create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment.
- Developed engaging, inclusive classroom environment that fostered children's participation and learning.
Assistant Elementary School Teacher
Gesher Yehuda
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Supported fourth-grade special education classroom by implementing tailored instructional strategies.
- Implemented individualized behavior and learning plans developed by the school psychologist.
- Collaborated with specialists to develop and implement effective support plans for students with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.
- Delivered academic and social skills support through targeted small-group and one-on-one instruction, enhancing student engagement.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Touro College
Brooklyn, NY01-2008
Skills
- Social-Emotional Learning
- Conflict Resolution
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Individual & Small-Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Parent & Family Communication
- Collaboration with Faculty
- Special Education Support
- Classroom Instruction
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Development
- Reading & Writing Instruction
- Organization & Communication
Certification
Elementary School Teaching Certification Beth Jacob Jerusalem, Jerusalem, Israel | 2006
Professional Development
- DIR/Floortime
- Social Skills Instruction
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Childhood Traumatic Grief
- ADHD Strategies
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
- Graduated with a 3.9 GPA
- Passed the National Counselor Examination
- Inducted into Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Honor Society
Timeline
School Counselor
Torah Academy Boys Division
09.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Maimonides School & Torah Academy of Boston
09.2020 - 06.2021
Daycare Provider
09.2012 - 06.2019
Mental Health Counseling Intern
OCEAN, Inc. Head Start
10.2011 - 06.2012
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Tiny Tots Preschool
09.2007 - 06.2009
Assistant Elementary School Teacher
Gesher Yehuda
09.2006 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Touro College
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University