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LaTonya Walton

Dolton

Summary

Knowledgeable School Counselor with solid background in fostering student well-being and emotional growth. Developed and implemented effective programs to support students' social and emotional development. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with teachers and parents.


Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Counselor (Pre K-8th)

CPS-Lionel Hampton Fine & Performing Arts
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Maintained a caseload of 430 students.
  • Assisted 8th graders with the high school application process with CPS (Go CPS).
  • Conducted groups and individual counseling.
  • Provided emergency support to students as needed during crisis.
  • Coordinated and conducted a school career fair for grades 5th-8th.
  • Assisted with coordination Report Card Pick-up & Orientation
  • Conducted and created guidance lessons using Schoolinks, Success Bound and other sources.
  • Attended and participated in BHT Meetings, morning meetings, counselor network meetings and grade level team meetings.
  • Assisted with coordination of Open House, Parent workshops and Report Card Pick-up

11th/12th Grade High School Counselor

CICS Longwood K-12
08.2021 - 08.2024
  • Created an environment for college, career, enrichment experiences as a part of the school community that inspires an academic environment centered on students learning, celebrating academic successes, and investment in post-secondary plans.
  • Examined, evaluated, and assessed the academic progress of students through transcript evaluation.
  • 100% of 9-12 grade students will receive at least 1 college and 1 career exposure and experience on a Semester basis.
  • Coordinated Credit Recovery.
  • Assisted with 12th grade college application process (ie. letters of recommendations, personal statements, and FAFSA).
  • Provided individual counseling sessions for assigned students dealing with personal needs as they affect school performance, as well as their educational and career plans.
  • Worked to prevent students from dropping out of school, and assist those that do in finding alternative educational plans.
  • Planned 2-3 FAFSA Workshops per school year.
  • Conferred with staff regarding students with problems and/or special needs.
  • Served as a resource person for administration in matters relating to student and guidance services; provided through a timely matter reports, data, etc. as requested by administration.
  • Served as a liaison of communication between parents, students, and staff
  • Ensured NHS Plans and Activities are completed.
  • Assisted with coordination of Open House, Report Card Pick-up & Orientation
  • Attended and participated in the attendance committee, leadership, team, and grade level team meetings.
  • Planned honor roll assemblies, town hall meetings, graduation, decision day
  • Planned and monitored all Senior Activities.
  • Assisted with (P)SAT testing.
  • College & Career

Elementary School Counselor

CPS-Robert Nathaniel Dett Pre K-8
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Maintained a caseload of 386 students.
  • Assisted 8th graders with the high school application process with CPS (Go CPS).
  • Conducted groups and individual counseling.
  • Provided emergency support to students as needed during crisis.
  • Coordinated and led attendance meetings.
  • Assisted with coordination Report Card Pick-up & Orientation
  • Conducted guidance lessons.
  • School wide STLS liaison
  • BHT team lead
  • Testing coordinator

Middle School Counselor

CICS Longwood K-12
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained a caseload of 550 students.
  • Handled programming and scheduling. Fix student schedules, rosters, and teacher issues.
  • Examined, evaluated, and assessed the academic progress of students.
  • High School Enrollment specialist, assisted 8th graders with the high school application process with CPS (Go CPS).
  • Assisted with Master schedule.
  • Conducted groups and individual counseling.
  • Provided emergency support to students as needed during crisis.
  • Served as a liaison of communication between parents, students, and staff.
  • Ensured NHS/NJHS Plans and Activities were completed.
  • Coordinated attendance of counselors at High School Fairs.
  • Assisted with coordination of Open House, Report Card Pick-up & Orientation.
  • Participated in professional meetings and conferences.
  • Ability to evaluate transcripts.
  • Knowledge of student registration/credit recovery process.

Case Coordinator Supervisor

Catholic Charities
11.2013 - 09.2018
  • Supervised Case Management Unit workers and clerical staff in providing direct service to frail, elderly clients with complex multiple problems.
  • Provided individual and group supervision.
  • Conducted regular meetings to convey information.
  • Provided leadership and served as a positive role model.
  • Assured that subordinates produced accurate and timely records and documents.
  • Attended department meetings and positively contributed.
  • Monitored casework, timeframes, averages, and caseloads.
  • Accompanied staff or complete visits/assessments.
  • Supervised money management staff and volunteers.

Therapist/Counselor

Howard Counseling Services
06.2013 - 03.2016
  • Provided comprehensive Mental Health Assessments (MHA).
  • Developed Individual Treatment Plans (ITP).
  • Performed individual and family therapy and parent education.
  • Provided crisis intervention.
  • Provided client centered consultation with caseworkers and supervisors.
  • Linked and referred to community based services as needed.

Education

M.A. - School/Guidance Counseling

GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, Illinois
08.2012

B.A. - Psychology

NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY
Chicago, Illinois
12.2007

Skills

  • Illinois School Counseling Type 73 Certification
  • Excellent analytical, interpretation and advisory skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Google Docs Docs, Aspen, PowerSchool, ProCor, ESIS, and CTS
  • Knowledge and understanding of counseling techniques and theories
  • Excellent ability to compile information, gather data and prepare records
  • Keenly attuned to the individual's demeanor, noticing subtle changes in behavior and attitude
  • Ability to work under pressure

Affiliations

Illinois School Counselor Association (ISCA)

Timeline

Elementary School Counselor (Pre K-8th)

CPS-Lionel Hampton Fine & Performing Arts
08.2024 - 08.2025

11th/12th Grade High School Counselor

CICS Longwood K-12
08.2021 - 08.2024

Elementary School Counselor

CPS-Robert Nathaniel Dett Pre K-8
08.2019 - 08.2021

Middle School Counselor

CICS Longwood K-12
10.2018 - 08.2019

Case Coordinator Supervisor

Catholic Charities
11.2013 - 09.2018

Therapist/Counselor

Howard Counseling Services
06.2013 - 03.2016

B.A. - Psychology

NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY

M.A. - School/Guidance Counseling

GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY

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