Janette Mow

School Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC

Employment Experience Contact Information

Avondale Academy – Alternative High School &
Virtual Academy 68509 Wingate Dr.
Avondale School District August 2015 to Present Washington Twp., MI 48095
 Provide crisis and individual counseling as well as (586)-337-6384
academic and attendance interventions. janette@jement.com
 Plan Financial Aid night for parents and postsecondary
classroom presentations for seniors and juniors. Professional Webpages:
 Individually assist students in applying for college, http://avondaleacademycounseling
apprenticeships, and FAFSA and TIP completion. .weebly.com/
 Provide resources and referrals to wraparound services www.janettemow.weebly.com
for students and their families.
 Work closely with OTSC Career Center to assist in Education and
student enrollment, program selection, and visits.
 SAT, PSAT9, PSAT10, WorkKeys, M-Step testing Certifications
supervisor and disability coordinator. Plan ASVAB. Master of Counseling with School
 Create Master Schedule, district & school courses. Counseling Emphasis:
 Plan college trips, college rep visits, speakers. Oakland University, Rochester, MI
 Schedule for Academy and Virtual Academy. December 2008
 Maintain school website, create monthly parent  Michigan School Counselor
newsletters, and advertise scholarships. License 2009
 Case manage 504 plans, IEP’s, and accommodations.  National Certified Counselor NCC,
 Regular individual postsecondary & career planning. Licensed Professional Counselor
 Piloted Xello this spring – Previously used Career LPC
Cruising for EDPs.
 Wrote and/or awarded several grants including Reach Additional Certifications:
Higher and AdviseMI College Advisor grants.  Counseling in the College
 Interview, hire and supervise College Advisor. Selection Process Course
 Suicide, Self-Injury, and School
Adult Ed Counselor - Part Time Violence Prevention Course
Warren Woods School District August 2015 to June 2015  ASCA Bullying Prevention
 Enroll and schedule students and follow progress. Specialist Training
 Identify & remove barriers to education & employment.  MCAN Advanced College &
Career Readiness Program
 Assist students in postsecondary planning, career
 MCAN Advanced Skills in
counseling, financial aid, and college applications. Postsecondary Education &
 Complete TABE testing and monitor attendance. Career Advising
 MCAN College & Career Advising
High School Counselor for Special Student Populations
Stevenson and Churchill High Schools
Livonia Public Schools August 2010 to 2015 Bachelor of Arts
 Guide students in seeking, identifying and achieving Oakland University, Rochester, MI
personal goals. May 2006 Summa Cum Laude
 Case Manage 504’s and IHCP’s.  Macomb Community College,
 Coordinate and present at College Day, Junior Parent Clinton Twp, MI
Night, Financial Aid Night, and Parent Fairs.
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Employment Experience continued Professional Affiliations

 ASA, ASCA, NACAC —Member
 Assist in EPT’s, REED’s, IEP’s, 21f, Seat Time Waiver
Program & Person Curriculum Plans.
 Work closely with students in MSC (Math, Science, Volunteer Opportunities
Computer) gifted program and Dual Enrollment.
 Facilitate Smarter Balanced, M-STEP, EXPLORE,  School Improvement Committee
PLAN, ACT, MME, MEAP, and AP testing.  Anti-Racism Taskforce
 Plan and facilitate classroom guidance activities on  PD Planning Committee
career planning, college admissions, standardized  Science Olympiad—Coach
testing, and student success.  Homeless Ministry in Detroit
 Co-lead grief group & Success Strategies mentoring  Christian Ed Children Coordinator
program.  Sex Education Committee
 Provide crisis and individual counseling as well as  Relay for Life Team—Captain
academic and attendance interventions.
 Hold individual meetings to assist students and their Professional Honors
families in the college selection process.
 Dean’s List—8 years
Middle School Counselor
 Chi Sigma Iota—Member
Frost, Emerson & Holmes Middle School,
Livonia Public Schools August 2013 to Present  Alpha Kappa Delta—Member
 Develop RTI and Title 1 interventions and strategies.  Golden Key International Honor
Coordinate Title 1 parent workshops. Society—Member
 Manage EPT's, REED's, 504, and IHCP liaison
 Teach engaging classroom presentations. Related Experience
 Create individual Behavior Intervention Plans &
Functional Behavioral Assessments according to Substitute Teacher
student’s needs. Professional Educational Services
 Coordinate Shadow Day for at-risk students Group Caledonia, MI
transitioning from middle to high school. August 2008 – April 2009
 Develop presentations to staff on current gender
identity issues and transgender students. Behavioral Technician
 Provide individual counseling services to students. Spectrum Rehabilitation Center
Southfield, MI 9-2007 to 11- 2008
WIA Facilitator – St. Clair HS, Riverview Alternative HS  Assisted brain trauma clients in
East China School District, St. Clair RESA their daily living activities to foster
Marysville, MI September 2009 – August 2010 and enhance their independence.
 Assess and monitor student’s needs for support
services and/or barrier resolution. Licensed Foster Care Provider
 Assist students with the college application process Macomb Co. Dept. of Human
including application and scholarship completion, TIP, Services Clinton Twp. MI
filing FAFSA, and career exploration. 2006 – 2010
 Advocate for students through collaboration with school  Demonstrated strengths in crisis
staff, parents, and community services. intervention and conflict resolution
 Plan and implement relevant workshops for student while providing a loving, stable
success. environment for children of abuse
 Complete precise monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports and neglect.
and TABE testing.