Anja Centennial
Educator And Counselor
Prisdorf
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Professional with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. Ability to establish rapport with people of all ages. Good, empathetic listener with a growth mindset and solution focused approach. Committed to helping clients navigate through difficult situations and to ensure the care and services necessary. Driven and enthusiastic, with the ability to manage projects and people. Dedicated to serving others for the well-being of the greater good.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Futures Counselor
WABE International School
8 2020 - Current
- Established a comprehensive career counseling program
- Individual and group counseling sessions to guide students on career paths and to help them connect talents and interests to possible career options
- Individual counseling sessions to identify individual hurdles, challenges and to identify strategies to overcome these; focusing on social-emotional well-being of students
- Coordinating career sessions and university visits.
Secondary German Teacher
WABE International School
08.2019 - Current
- Teaching Experience
- Secondary German Teacher (language acquisition and mother tongue), August 2019 - present
Ministry Coordinator
WABE International School
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Coordinated communication and interaction between school leadership and ministry personnel
- Monitored adherence to ministry guidelines within the school setting
- Counseled personnel on continuing education options and guided professional development choices.
Secondary Student Life Coordinator/ Counselor
WABE International School
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Helping students identify individual challenges affecting school performance and adjustment
- Addressing social and/or behavioral concerns and mediating/help to improve relationships between students, parents, and teachers.
Grade 5 Teacher
WABE International School
08.2018 - 07.2019
Learning Enrichment Specialist
International School Hannover Region
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Responsible for student special needs assessments, the creation and implementation of IEP plans
- Communication and liaison with outside service providers.
Head of Department
Ellicott Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2016
- Responsible for student special needs assessments, the creation and implementation of IEP plans
- Supervised a team of Paraprofessionals and additional special needs teacher
- Coordinated services with school-external resources.
6th grade Teacher
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Monitored and reported student progress, providing feedback on areas of improvement
- Taught content based on set curriculum
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
Kindergarten Teacher
GLOBE Charter School
08.2009 - 07.2010
- Developed and implemented a behavior management system that focused on teaching positive behavior rather than punishment
- Encouraged parent involvement to create a strong home-school connection that supported student learning
- Facilitated small group activities to promote the development of social skills and positive peer relationships.
5th grade Teacher
Meadows Elementary School
08.2006 - 04.2009
- Collaborated with other teachers and school staff to create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students
- Developed and implemented a classroom management system that improved student performance and reduced academic gaps
- Developed and delivered a differentiated curriculum to meet the diverse needs of students.
Caseworker
Hope For Tomorrow
02.2006 - 07.2006
- Foster care agency casework
- Record keeping and regular visit with foster parents
- Assessed children's needs and ensure their well being within the foster setting
- Counseled foster parents on resources available to them.
Psychological Associate
Jon R. Urey PhD, Private Practice
03.2003 - 06.2005
- Ran and evaluated pilot program for ADHD assessment
- Counseled children and adults from a variety of backgrounds focusing on developing strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, and adjustment issues
- Conducted psychological testing to diagnose mental health disorders
- Researched and developed evidence-based interventions to address a variety of psychological and behavioral issues
- Co-led grief counseling group sessions.
Education
M.Ed. Integrated Curriculum - Special Education -
American College of Education
United States 08.2015 - 08.2016
M.Ed. Counseling Psychology -
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky 09.2003 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - European Division
Various 10.1996 - 05.2001
Skills
Team Work and Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Microsoft Office
Psychological Testing
Counseling
Teaching
Leadership
Interpersonal Communication
Personal Information
- Nationality: German/American
- Driving License: yes
Timeline
Secondary German Teacher
WABE International School
08.2019 - Current
Ministry Coordinator
WABE International School
08.2019 - 02.2023
Secondary Student Life Coordinator/ Counselor
WABE International School
08.2019 - 07.2020
Grade 5 Teacher
WABE International School
08.2018 - 07.2019
Learning Enrichment Specialist
International School Hannover Region
08.2016 - 07.2018
M.Ed. Integrated Curriculum - Special Education -
American College of Education
08.2015 - 08.2016
Head of Department
Ellicott Middle School
08.2012 - 07.2016
6th grade Teacher
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy
08.2010 - 07.2011
Kindergarten Teacher
GLOBE Charter School
08.2009 - 07.2010
5th grade Teacher
Meadows Elementary School
08.2006 - 04.2009
Caseworker
Hope For Tomorrow
02.2006 - 07.2006
M.Ed. Counseling Psychology -
University of Louisville
09.2003 - 08.2005
Psychological Associate
Jon R. Urey PhD, Private Practice
03.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - European Division
10.1996 - 05.2001
Futures Counselor
WABE International School
8 2020 - Current
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