Cornelius Quarles
Silver Spring
Summary
Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being. Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional School Counselor
PGCPS
08.2006 - 06.2023
- Served as a liaison between the school community and outside agencies, advocating for student needs and promoting mental health awareness.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing assessment and analysis of measurable outcomes.
- Encouraged social-emotional development through small group sessions focused on self-awareness, relationship-building, and decision-making skills.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students facing challenging situations, ensuring their well-being within the school environment.
Middle and High School Baseball Coach
PGCPS
09.2007 - 06.2022
- Created a positive team environment, fostering strong relationships among players and coaching staff.
- Supervised and coordinated baseball team and program in [Type] league.
- Performed preliminary screening and hiring processes to encourage candidate compatibility with team and role.
- Planned exercise regimens targeting individual needs and enhancing personal results.
- Planned and directed game strategies.
- Planned activities such as parent's night, banquets, and awards ceremonies.
- Lead offseason conditioning programs that improved overall physical fitness levels across the entire roster.
- Improved team performance by developing comprehensive practice plans and focusing on individual player development.
Recreation Supervisor
City Of Seat Pleasant
09.1997 - 06.2006
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
- Scheduled events in recreation facilities and monitored facility conditions.
- Coordinated staff volunteers to supervise events and facilitate scheduled activities.
- Planned and evaluated recreation and athletic programs with recreation director to support community.
- Developed successful grant proposals securing additional funding to support the growth of recreational programs and facility improvements.
- Recruited high-quality instructors through targeted job postings, interviews, background checks, resulting in an exceptional team dedicated to delivering outstanding recreational experiences.
- Coordinated special events successfully, attracting large crowds from the community to participate in recreational activities.
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
Physical Education Teacher
Lowell Elementary School
09.1986 - 06.2006
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging activities and group projects into daily lesson plans.
- Kept records of attendance to monitor student progress and attendance.
Physical Education Teacher Part-time
Nannie Helen Burroughs
09.1985 - 06.2006
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD06.1997
Master of Science - Economics
Howard University
Washington, DC06.1982
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural Competence
- Self-care strategies
- Individual Counseling
- Student Advocacy
- Special Education Support
- Bullying Prevention
- Academic advising
- College preparation
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Group Counseling
- Academic Support
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4-6 staff members.
- Managed a high-volume caseload of 300 students, including 2% with IEP and 504 plans.
Additional Information
Played Professional 1983-1985
Timeline
Middle and High School Baseball Coach
PGCPS
09.2007 - 06.2022
Professional School Counselor
PGCPS
08.2006 - 06.2023
Recreation Supervisor
City Of Seat Pleasant
09.1997 - 06.2006
Physical Education Teacher
Lowell Elementary School
09.1986 - 06.2006
Physical Education Teacher Part-time
Nannie Helen Burroughs
09.1985 - 06.2006
Master of Arts - Counseling
Bowie State University
Master of Science - Economics
Howard University
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