1. Katherine Somer
163 Larose Drive Coatesville, PA 19320
somer.katy@gmail.com
(484) 832-2518
Professional Summary
Responsible counselor highly trained in research based counseling theories and techniques. A
passionate and motivated advocate for all students. Motivated leader with strong organizational
and prioritization abilities with a drive for excellence.
Education
Master of Education: School Counseling Dec 2015
West Chester University West Chester, PA
Bachelor of Science: Secondary Education Dec 2012
Temple University Philadelphia, PA
High School Diploma June 2008
Garnet Valley High School Glen Mills, PA
Certification
Educational Specialist I: Elementary and Secondary School Counselor
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Experience
Behavior Mentor Jan 2016-Aug 2016
Chester County Intermediate Unit Downingtown, PA
CHAAMP Program (Communities Helping Adolescents with Autism Make Progress)
 Collect and record data on student progress
 Maintain discipline and other behavior management functions as prescribed by individual
student programs
 Work independently with students in the community following specific student
programming
 Utilize technology to track IEP goal progress and monitor student data
 Use of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and de-escalation protocol when necessary
Counselor Intern Aug 2015-Dec 2015
Unionville Elementary School Kennett Square, PA
 Conduct individual and group counseling sessions with students presenting a variety of
issues and concerns such as familial, social, academic, and emotional.
 Utilize comprehensive student data documentation system while recording student progress.
 Regularly participate in Individualized Education Plan team meetings as well as
Instructional Support Team meetings.
 Lead fifth grade curriculum guidance lessons on topics such as career exploration.
 Progress monitoring of students presenting academic and behavioral challenges.
 Experience with de-escalation in the emotional support classroom.
Counselor Intern/Practicum Student Sep 2014-May 2015
Bayard Rustin High School West Chester, PA
 Contribute to the guidance of students in areas of personal/social, academic, and career
areas.

2.  Lead career counseling presentations for students.
 Counsel high school Juniors and Seniors through college/post-secondary application and
acceptance process.
 Facilitate freshman conferences to implement a four-year academic plan of study.
 Consult with parents or guardians, teachers, administrators, and other professionals to
discuss students’ progress, resolve behavioral, academic, and other problems, and to
determine priorities for students and their resource needs.
 Provide students with information on topics such as college degree programs and admission
requirements, financial aid opportunities, technical schools, and apprenticeship programs.
 Develop and facilitate groups such as a “Transition Group” and a “Study Skills Group”
 Extensive use of technology to enhance individual, small group, and large group sessions
and meetings involving students and staff.
Bartender March 2013-Present
Big Fish Grill Glen Mills, PA
 Quickly and confidently communicate with guests in order to establish their needs.
 Extensive customer service skills used on a daily basis.
 Maintain organization and cleanliness of bar area; including daily cleaning and stocking of
appropriate materials.
 Strong knowledge of products and computer usage including payment transactions.
Student Teacher Sep 2012-Dec 2012
Academy at Palumbo Philadelphia, PA
 Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those
objectives to students.
 Establish and enforce rules for behavior procedure for maintaining order among students.
 Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and
interests.
Skills
 Exceptional leader
 Career counseling experience
 Reflective listening
 Consultation
 Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
 Experience with PowerSchool, Naviance,
and Google Docs
 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention trained
 CPR trained
 Mandated Reporter trained
Professional Affiliations
 Member, American School Counseling Association, 2014-Present
 Member, Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Honors Society, 2014-Present