Karly Martin-Jones
Ascension Christian High School
Gonzales
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented and adaptable with strong communication and organizational skills developed in professional office settings. Experienced in supporting daily operations, scheduling, and client interactions. Eager to bring administrative expertise to a new role and support the needs of students and staff.
Work History
Office Receptionist
2 Years 5 Months- Process client intake forms, releases of information, consent forms, and related documentation while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA requirements.
- Coordinate scheduling, calendar management, and phone communications for multiple staff members to support efficient daily operations.
- Pesponding professionally and empathetically to individuals discussing sensitive or distressing concerns.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel, scheduling platforms, and other office software to manage administrative tasks and support daily workflow.
- Monitor office supply inventory and maintain an organized workspace to facilitate efficient office operations.
School Counseling Practicum Student
4 Months- Collaborated with supervising school counselor to deliver developmentally appropriate classroom guidance lessons for K-5 students focused on social-emotional learning (SEL).
- Coordinated and independently facilitated small-group counseling sessions, including student coordination, parent/guardian consent collection, curriculum development, and preparation of instructional materials.
- Conducted individual student support sessions, both independently and in collaboration with supervising school counselor, to address students' social-emotional needs.
- Consulted with teachers, school administrators, and community partners regarding students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs; participated in parent-teacher conferences.
- Participated in IEP and Section 504 accommodation meetings and conducted classroom observations to gain insight into individualized student needs and classroom dynamics.
- Documented student behaviors and staff responses during crisis situations and consulted with special education leadership and crisis intervention team members to develop an understanding of crisis response procedures and appropriate intervention protocols.
School Counseling Internship
4 Months- Developed and delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on college and career readiness, independently creating lesson content and collaborating with supervising counselor as needed.
- Designed and facilitated a student leadership group informed by Panorama survey data, collaborating with a student co-facilitator to strengthen school engagement and encourage leadership and positive influence within the school community.
- Conducted individual student sessions addressing academic progress, social-emotional needs, and college and career planning.
- Supported incoming students through middle school outreach and high school transition programming, including independently developing official course schedules and guiding students through academic planning.
- Collaborated with counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to address student needs and support academic progress and graduation planning, including meetings concerning seniors at risk of not graduating.
- Observed and documented a suicide risk assessment conducted by the supervising school counselor, gaining exposure to student risk assessment procedures and appropriate response protocols.
- Supported students experiencing emotional distress by providing a safe, supportive environment to de-escalate and regain emotional regulation.
- Participated in IEP and accommodation meetings, weekly counseling team meetings, and school improvement discussions to support student services and program development.
- Contributed to staff wellness initiatives and student leadership development activities through collaboration with faculty and community partners.
School Counseling Intern
2 Months- Conduct regular individual student check-ins and supportive counseling sessions addressing social-emotional needs, including ongoing support for students participating in post-suspension remediation plans; maintain session documentation and connect students and families with outside support services as appropriate.
- Independently develop and facilitate classroom guidance lessons on social-emotional topics, including behavior, friendship skills, conflict resolution, and navigating interpersonal transitions, across high school and elementary school settings.
- Collaborate with supervising school counselor, teachers, and administrators to identify student needs and develop appropriate academic and social-emotional interventions.
- Organize weekly academic progress reports and collaborate with supervising counselor to develop remediation plans for students experiencing academic difficulties.
- Participate in meetings with graduating seniors and their families regarding postsecondary planning, including career exploration, scholarships, financial planning, and post-graduation opportunities.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences addressing students' academic and emotional challenges, contributing resources and collaborating with families and school personnel to support student success.
- Develop small-group counseling curricula in collaboration with teachers, identifying discussion topics and preparing materials based on students' needs in anticipation of future group implementation.
- Collaborate with supervising counselor to implement school-wide college and career planning platforms, including staff training, implementation planning, and classroom guidance to help students navigate the resources.
- Support student leadership and engagement through the school chapel team by coordinating event logistics, assisting with rehearsals, and providing encouragement and leadership guidance to student volunteers.
Education
Masters of Science - Counseling
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Skills
Counseling & Student Support: Individual student support
small-group facilitation
social-emotional learning (SEL)
crisis response awareness
student intervention planning
parent-teacher & administration collaboration
Academic & Career Development: College and career readiness
academic progress monitoring
course scheduling
postsecondary planning
Professional & Technical: Curriculum development
collaborative consultation
student documentation
Microsoft Excel
scheduling platforms
Certification
- Praxis School Counselor Examination — Passed, [March 2026]
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
Ascension Christian High School
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
School Counseling Internship
Hammond High Magnet School
01.2026 - 05.2026Read More
School Counseling Practicum Student
Lakeside Primary School
08.2025 - 12.2025Read More
Office Receptionist
Baton Rouge Christian Counseling Center
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Southeastern Louisiana University
Masters of Science from Counseling
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Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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