Allyson Vidakis

1530 Floyd Avenue  Richmond, VA 23220  757-470-8504  vidakisas@mymail.vcu.edu

https://vidakisportfolio.weebly.com

Education
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA (August 2017 – Present)
Master of Education, Counselor Education
Concentration, School Counseling
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA (August 2013 – May 2017)
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Minor, Childhood Studies

Practicum and Internship Experience

Redd Elementary School, Richmond, Virginia (January 2019 – May 2019)
School Counseling Intern
 Conduct individual counseling with students with varying needs
 Facilitate small-group counseling regarding topics such as mindfulness, female peer relationships, and self-esteem
 Conduct classroom lessons surrounding the topics of bullying, coping skills, conflict resolution, and the transition
to middle school
 Participate in child study/eligibility meetings
 Maintain contact and communication with parents regarding students’ academic, personal, and career needs
Monacan High School, Chesterfield, Virginia (August 2018 – December 2018)
School Counseling Practicum Student
 Conducted individual counseling with students with varying needs
 Facilitated small-group counseling with students in need of academic assistance regarding time management
 Conducted classroom lessons surrounding the topic of stress management
 Maintained contact and communication with parents regarding students’ academic, personal, and career needs

Related Experience
VCU Child Development Center, Richmond, VA (November 2017 – December 2018)
Center Assistant
 Provided high-quality care and education for the children of VCU faculty, staff, students, and community
 Worked closely with teachers and students in all classrooms
La Petite Academy, Williamsburg, VA (June 2015 – August 2017)
Assistant Teacher/Floater
 Provided classroom instruction to preschool-aged children
 Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lessons and activities
 Facilitated the promotion of social, physical, and intellectual growth

Trainings and Certifications

Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting and Responding for Educators
Dyslexia Awareness Certification
Mental Health First Aid USA Certified
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

Professional Organizations
Chi Sigma Iota, international honor society for counseling students (April 2018 – Present)
American Counselor Association student membership (August 2018 – Present)
Virginia School Counseling Association student membership (January 2019 – Present)