Megan Thompson

• Phone: +1 647 555 0123
• Email: megan.thompson@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: meganthompsoncounselor

Summary

Facilitating student academic and career pathways for over 7 years through personalized guidance and program development. Achieved a 20% increase in post-secondary enrollment rates among at-risk youth by implementing targeted mentorship programs. Expertise in assessment, intervention, and fostering holistic student growth.

Experience

Senior Guidance Counsellor, Toronto District School Board (TDSB) -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2019 – present

• Developed and delivered comprehensive academic and career planning workshops to over 500 high school students annually, leading to a 15% improvement in student goal setting.

• Managed a caseload of 150+ students, providing individualized guidance on course selection, post-secondary applications, and scholarship opportunities, resulting in 90% of students securing their preferred post-secondary placement.

• Implemented a new peer mentorship program for Grade 9 students, reducing first-year dropout rates by 10% within the first two years.

• Collaborated with community organizations to expand access to career exploration opportunities, including internships and volunteer placements for 75+ students each year.

Career Advisor, Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University) -- Toronto, Canada

Jan 2016 – Aug 2019

• Provided career counseling to university students and recent graduates, assisting with resume/cover letter writing, interview preparation, and job search strategies.

• Organized and co-hosted 20+ career fairs and employer information sessions, connecting over 2,000 students with potential employers.

• Designed and facilitated workshops on professional development topics, including networking and personal branding, increasing student participation by 25% over three years.

• Utilized various career assessment tools (e.g., Strong Interest Inventory) to help students identify career paths aligned with their interests and skills.

Guidance Counsellor Intern, Peel District School Board -- Brampton, Canada

Sept 2014 – Apr 2015

• Assisted certified guidance counsellors in providing academic and personal-social counseling to high school students.

• Supported the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.

• Co-facilitated group counseling sessions focusing on stress management and academic success strategies.

Education

University of Toronto, M.Ed. in Master of Education in Counselling Psychology -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2013 – June 2015

York University, B.A. (Honours) in Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2009 – June 2013

Skills

Counselling & Guidance: Academic Advising, Career Development, Post-Secondary Planning, Student Support, Crisis Intervention, Group Facilitation, Individual Counselling, Mentorship Program Design

Assessment & Evaluation: Career Assessment Tools (e.g., Strong Interest Inventory), Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Student Progress Monitoring

Program Development & Delivery: Workshop Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Program Management, Presentation Skills, Event Planning, Outreach

Communication & Interpersonal: Active Listening, Empathy, Conflict Resolution, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Cultural Communication, Report Writing

Technology: Student Information Systems (SIS), Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Virtual Meeting Platforms, Online Career Portals