Diane Bethea is a crisis/IEP paraprofessional seeking a career as a guidance counselor. She has over 20 years of experience mentoring and counseling students in grades Pre-K through 12th grade. Her experience includes facilitating individual and group counseling sessions, crisis intervention, and implementing behavior modification plans. She holds a Master's degree in Education and several New York state certifications.

1. DIANE BETHEA
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228 Sullivan Place
Brooklyn, NY 11225-2905
646-296-8494
deebeth132@aol.com
Professional Summary
Crisis/IEP Paraprofessional with Provisional Certification in Guidance Counseling. Experience in
mentoring students in grades Pre-K-12th
and beyond. Proficient in facilitating small group
sessions or individual counseling. Specializing in Crisis Intervention, Conflict Resolution and
Dignity for All Students. Emphasis on a personalized approach with a focus on the trusting
relationship. I am seeking a career as a Guidance Counselor in an educational setting that will
afford me the opportunity to render a variety of services to a diverse population of students
and adults.
Summary of Skills
Hands on experience in Crisis Intervention
Ability to multitask and adhere to deadlines
Team player, able to interact positively with students, parents and staff
Knowledge, wisdom and understanding of DOE and DOH regulations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Community and private partnerships
Facilitator of workshops for students and adults
Ability to conduct Mentoring and Job readiness programs
Ability to pay close attention to detail including non verbal clues
Belief in the holistic approach to problem solving

2. Experience
Crisis Paraprofessional, May 2014-Present
P.S. 106, Brooklyn, NY
Assist student with one to one tutorial services.
Assist student with emotional and behavioral issues.
Initiate alternative plan of action for modification and self-regulation of negative behavior.
Implement a reward system.
Confer with all service providers, including extended day and Afterschool Program Director.
Hold conferences with parents.
Accompany student to all out of classroom mandated services.
Keep written log and updated progress notes in Special Education Information System (SEIS.)
Supervising School Aide, 1995-2013
P.S. 274, Brooklyn, NY
Supervise Breakfast and Lunch programs and all lunchroom suspensions (In-house and students
from neighboring schools).
Supervise 12 School Aides (ages 26-60).
Facilitate workshops on behavior modification and childhood disorders.
Formulated and supervised student safety patrol.
Work closely with Guidance counselors; School Based Support Team; Parent Coordinator and
PTA.
Facilitate workshops for small groups of children as part of a positive interaction and
socialization movement.
Arrange meetings with parents.
Report suspected child abuse/neglect to principal.

3. Afterschool Program Supportive Staff Manager, 2009-2010
P.S. 274, Brooklyn, NY
Provide mediation and conflict resolution sessions for students in crisis.
Worked collaboratively with school safety agent to ensure the safety and well being of students
and staff.
Reported to principal weekly.
Sports and Arts Summer Program Director, July-August 2006
Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation based in P.S. 274, Brooklyn, NY
Supervise counselors and Assistant Directors.
Supervise 120 students, age seven-thirteen.
Submit payroll.
Organize trips and indoor activities for students.
Counsel students in individual and/or group setting.
Monitor safety of students during program operating hours from arrival to dismissal.
Sports and Arts Summer Program, Assistant Director, 2004-2006
Sports and Arts in Schools foundation based in P.S. 274, Brooklyn, NY
Site Coordinator, Virtual Y Afterschool Program, 2003-2007
P.S. 274, Brooklyn, NY
Supervise 3 counselors.
Supervise 40 children (Grades 2-4).

4. Maintain Daily Activity Logs.
Facilitate workshops in small group setting and/or individual basis.
Promote positive social skills.
Assist students with homework and mandated projects (MARC).
Facilitate monthly meetings with parents.
Invite community based organizations to meet with parents.
Prepare time sheets and submit payroll for all staff members.
Latch Key program coach, 1995-1997
Family Dynamics, Brooklyn, NY
Second in command for after school program.
Engaged children in group discussion and small group games as a means for positive interaction
and socialization.
Organized snacks and meals for children.
Invited and encouraged parents to participate in various parenting classes and activities which
were funded by the program.
Worked with parents who were seeking help in obtaining their GED.
Assisted parents with filling out applications for employment, unemployment, food stamps, etc.
Division of Special Education, Substitute Paraprofessional, 1994-1995
Board of Education, Brooklyn, NY
Summer Youth Program Coach, 1990-1994
Family Dynamics, Brooklyn, NY

5. Assisted on site supervisor with children ages 7-12.
Arranged small group games.
Collected and logged money for all trips and activities.
Accompanied supervisor and children on all trips.
Coordinated and organized parties.
Education
Master of Science Degree in Education, Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY (May 2008)
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, College of New Rochelle, Brooklyn, NY (May 2002)
Certifications
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) (April 2014)
Teaching Assistant Level 2 (2015)

6. Assisted on site supervisor with children ages 7-12.
Arranged small group games.
Collected and logged money for all trips and activities.
Accompanied supervisor and children on all trips.
Coordinated and organized parties.
Education
Master of Science Degree in Education, Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY (May 2008)
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, College of New Rochelle, Brooklyn, NY (May 2002)
Certifications
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) (April 2014)
Teaching Assistant Level 2 (2015)