Lisa Lewis-Burke
School Counselor
Danville,VA
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Pittsylvania County Schools/Tunstall High School
07.2022 - Current
- Counsel students on learning strategies, self-management, and social skills
- Site Testing Coordinator for SOL testing
- 504 Coordinator: Implement and oversee 504 Plans to ensure our students with disabilities are receiving appropriate accommodations
- Maintain a case load of 300 plus student
- Scheduling students for classes
- Utilize the program Major Clarity to assist students in career choices
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Improved graduation rates by implementing targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Enhanced faculty collaboration through regular consultation on classroom management strategies, behavioral interventions, or other support measures needed for student success.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
- Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Identified and addressed concerns of incoming students and parents.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
School Counselor
Danville Public Schools/Bonner Middle School
08.2009 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Contributed to development of effective school policies that addressed issues such as attendance, discipline, and substance abuse prevention.
- Empowered parents/guardians involvement in their children''s education via organizing educational workshops and providing resources on academic, career, and personal/social development.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Created an inclusive learning environment by advocating for accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Supported students transitioning between grade levels by working with teachers to develop effective transition plans aimed at minimizing potential challenges during adjustment periods.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Coordinated with outside agencies to determine students receive appropriate services and resources.
- Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
- 504 Coordinator
- Site Testing Coordinator for VA Standards of Learning
Child Protective Services Worker
Danville City Social Services
05.2000 - 08.2009
- Established trust with clients through empathetic communication, leading to more accurate case information gathering.
- Cultivated resilience in families facing adversity through consistent support, encouragement, advocacy efforts.
- Promoted a safe living environment for children through regular home visits, inspections, and evaluations.
- Demonstrated cultural competence while working with diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to varying needs and backgrounds among clients served.
- Facilitated successful reunifications by closely monitoring progress and adjusting case plans as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive case plans for at-risk children and families.
- Improved family dynamics by providing supportive counseling and guidance on effective parenting strategies.
- Increased efficiency in caseload management by maintaining accurate records and promptly addressing urgent situations.
- Reduced risk factors by developing individualized safety plans tailored to each family''s unique circumstances.
- Assisted in building stronger communities through involvement in outreach programs, workshops, and educational events aimed at preventing child maltreatment.
- Enhanced child safety by conducting thorough investigations and assessments of reported abuse and neglect cases.
- Strengthened collaboration between agencies by fostering open communication channels with law enforcement personnel, mental health providers, schools administrators.
- Provided critical testimony in court proceedings that contributed to positive outcomes for children under protection.
- Expedited permanency planning processes by working diligently toward adoption or guardianship when reunification was not possible.
- Boosted child well-being by connecting families with appropriate community resources and services.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
United States Marine/Corporal
United States Marine Corps
04.1985 - 04.1989
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
Master of Education - School Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Criminal Justice/Psychology
Averett College
Danville, VA 05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Danville Community College
Danville, VA 05.2001 -
Skills
Alpha Chi - Averett College
Alpha Kappa Delta - Averett College
Phi Theta Kappa - Danville Community College
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Year nominee - Tunstall High School 2022-2023
Support Person of the Year - Bonner Middle School 2013-2014
Support Person of the Year - Bonner Middle School 2011-2012
Outstanding Student in Criminal Justice - Averett College - 2000
Who's Who Among American Universities and College - Averett College - 2000
All American Scholar - Averett College - 2000
Who's Who Among American Junior Colleges - DCC - 1998
The National Dean's List - DCC - 1999
The National Dean's List - DCC - 1998
Professional Affiliations
American School Counselor Association
Virginia School Counselor Association
Timeline
School Counselor
Pittsylvania County Schools/Tunstall High School
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Danville Public Schools/Bonner Middle School
08.2009 - 06.2022
Master of Education - School Counseling
Liberty University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Criminal Justice/Psychology
Averett College
05.2001 -
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Danville Community College
05.2001 -
Child Protective Services Worker
Danville City Social Services
05.2000 - 08.2009
United States Marine/Corporal
United States Marine Corps
04.1985 - 04.1989
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