Nicole Wilson
Avon
Summary
A self-directed, action-oriented professional with over 10 years' experience in education and community service. Exceptional ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with parents, staff, and administration. A self-starter with high energy enabling maximum and efficient work under pressure. Strive to build student self-esteem and encourage understanding of cultural diversity, gender differenced, and physical limitations
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Guidance
Northwest Hendricks Community School Corporation
08.2022 - Current
- Provided trauma-informed individual and small-group counseling to support student mental health, behavior regulation, and social-emotional development
• Conducted suicide risk assessments, supported crisis intervention, and coordinated mental health referrals with community agencies
• Led 504 and IEP meetings in collaboration with families, teachers, and administrators to ensure appropriate student supports
• Served as Special Education Liaison and Teacher of Record for students receiving academic and behavioral services
• Taught a Basic Skills course for students with IEPs and 504 Plans focusing on academic support and skill development
• Delivered comprehensive college and career advising, including scholarship assistance, financial aid guidance, and postsecondary planning
• Coordinated PSAT, SAT, and ILEARN testing with a focus on student accessibility and compliance
• Supported McKinney-Vento students and managed 21st Century Scholars programming to promote college access and equity
• Facilitated Freshman Orientation and served as Freshman Class Sponsor to support student transition and engagement
• Collaborated with administration on discipline interventions using restorative and trauma-informed practices
• Developed and presented counseling-related PowerPoint presentations for students, staff, and families - Led development and implementation of comprehensive guidance programs to support student academic success.
- Collaborated with educators to design individualized education plans for students with diverse needs.
Lead Life Coach
Wayne Township Adult Education
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Led Life Coach team, supervising multiple coaches to address and meet the needs of students facing a multitude of barriers.
- Presented at COABE and IAACE conferences.
- Performed staff evaluations.
- Attended community outreach events.
- Co-led the Student Ambassador Program.
- Created and designed the Life Coach Barrier Resource Wall in the school hallway.
- Prepared student success stories.
- Created and led a virtual resource fair.
- Assisted with job placement and collaborated with and referred students to WorkOne.
- Participated in SEL initiatives in Wayne Township Schools.
- Provided career and academic counseling.
- Counseled and assisted students in ELL, HSE, and Teen classes.
- Networked in the community with Ivy Tech, Immigrant Welcome, Indiana Legal Services, and USCIS.
- Served as a translator for students when assisting with barriers.
- Assisted students with government benefits (SNAP, TANF, Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare).
- Assisted with credential evaluations.
RTI Assistant
Avon Intermediate School West
07.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted classroom teacher with all duties in her class.
- Coordinated with Instructional Coach and School Counselor to assist with RTI program.
- Worked in classroom and small group setting with students who had ILP'S, IEP'S, 504'S and RTI plans.
- Proctored ILEARN testing.
- Administered small group testing.
- Participated in Book Study Eyes Are Never Quiet by Lori Desautels.
- Attended conference led by Lori Desautels addressing Childhood Trauma.
Independent Contractor-Tutor
Park Tudor
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Owned and managed my own tutoring business for grades second through eighth grade.
- Collaborated with School Psychologist, Administrators teachers, and parents to meet the needs of each student.
- Worked with students who had difficulty with Executive Functioning Skills, Reading Comprehension, Writing, History, Science, and Math.
- Supported students with ILP'S.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed comprehensive strategies to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
School Counselor
Hickory Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Planned and implemented classroom guidance lessons and group counseling.
- Coordinated and administered LAS Link Assessment to English Language Learners.
- Administered, scored, and interpreted a number of emotional screenings.
- Planned and implemented bully prevention program.
- Diversity Club Sponsor.
- Chairperson of Case Conferences and General Education Intervention Team.
- Facilitator of High School Peer Program.
- Coordinator of the Adopt A Family Program.
- Assumed Administrative roles when administrator out of building.
Physical Education Teacher
Avon Community School
06.2000 - 05.2004
- Developed engaging lesson plans promoting physical fitness and teamwork among elementary students.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive environment to encourage student participation and teamwork.
- Assessed student performance through various methods, enhancing individual growth and skill development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate wellness programs into school activities and events.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
Education
MASTERS - COUNSELING AND COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Indiana University-PURDUE University
Indianapolis, IN8 2004
BACHELOR - Kinesiology
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN5 2000
Skills
- Mental health support
- Multicultural competence
- Academic advising
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Community outreach
- Career planning
- Student counseling
- Course counseling
Certification
- Alternative Special Education License
- Indiana, School Counselor License
- Indiana, Physical Education Teacher License
- Indiana, Health and Safety Endorsement
Professional References
- Dr.Kelly Grillo, Early Intervention Therapist, St. Joseph, 386.383.0977
- Ginger Davis, Assistant Principal, Avon Middle School North, 317.490.7100
- Amy Nikol, Treasurer, Avon Middle School West, 317-331.3686
- Marilyn Mulligan Marra, Retired School Principal, Hickory Elementary School, 317.777.3714
Timeline
Director of Guidance
Northwest Hendricks Community School Corporation
08.2022 - Current
Lead Life Coach
Wayne Township Adult Education
07.2020 - 08.2022
RTI Assistant
Avon Intermediate School West
07.2018 - 10.2020
Independent Contractor-Tutor
Park Tudor
05.2015 - 05.2018
School Counselor
Hickory Elementary School
08.2004 - 05.2008
Physical Education Teacher
Avon Community School
06.2000 - 05.2004
BACHELOR - Kinesiology
Indiana University
MASTERS - COUNSELING AND COUNSELOR EDUCATION
Indiana University-PURDUE University