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P. J A S O N W H A L E N
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced high school counselor with M.A., SCL with a

specialization in college advising. A trusted mentor and
advisor who is an excellent communicator, a dedicated
professional, a collegial team player, and an outstanding
ability to build rapport with students, parents,
administrators and peers.
EDUCATION

University of Detroit Mercy

M.A., SCL School Counseling
Thesis: Counseling Treatment Plan for Adolescent
Student Athletes Experiencing Role Engulfment (3.89
GPA)
Experienced clinical work in an urban setting with a
diverse client base
Facilitated Anger Management/Domestic Violence group
counseling
Created Comprehensive Guidance Curriculum Manual,
and Crisis Management Manual
Albion College
B.A. History
Departmental Honors

Physical Education Minor

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Notre Dame Preparatory School
08/2014 - Present
School Counselor
Served as School Counselor for approximately 120
students annually
Coordinated all-school testing (ACT, SAT, AP, IB)

Created new prospectus/school profile

Coordinated NDPMAs college scholarship award efforts,

including researching award opportunities,
communication with the school population, and
individually mentoring students in the process
Assistant Football Coach

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Coached wide outs and defensive backs

Assisted with practice planning, opponent scouting, film

breakdown, and game preparation

Clarkston High School

08/2010 06/2014
School Counselor
Served as School Counselor for 400-430 students
annually
Coordinated the Advanced Placement program, including
the course audit process as well as the planning and
administration of exams
Coordinated the administration of ACT National Testing
dates
Served as the back-up test supervisor for MME test
administration
Oversaw the dual-enrollment program between CHS and
Oakland Community College
Served as NCAA contact, including maintaining the
schools approved curriculum offerings (48H) and initial
student eligibility calculations
Created and updated the school profile documents
Managed the counseling department website and social
media efforts
Served as the Oakland Activities Association (OAA)
Representative
Managed crisis situations as a member of the schools
student intervention team, emergency response team, and
crisis team.
Completed training and certification for IB Diploma
Programme Category 2

University of Detroit Jesuit High School

08/2002 - 2010
Director of College Counseling
Served as primary college and career adviser for
approximately 175-200 students annually
Worked closely with Admissions Counselors in
advising prospective students
Coordinated and performed two annual large group
presentations to students and families
Directed department to the college placement of 99%
of our graduates, including numerous National Merit
and National Achievement Semi-Finalists through

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personal, organized approach

Implemented web-page design for college counseling
site
Developed Mission Statement for College Counseling
Department
Designed and implemented comprehensive and
developmental curriculum manual for college
counseling department
Oversaw school intermural athletics program

Athletic Coach
Served as an assistant coach for multiple teams:
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Varsity football offensive coordinator and QB

coach
Varsity track and field shotput/discus
Varsity assistant and head freshman basketball
coach

Albion College
08/2000 - 2002
Admission Counselor
Responsible for the design and implementation of
recruitment plan for seven primary markets (144 High
Schools in 55 districts).
Increased enrolled students by 21% in my territory in
2001, and by an additional 5% in 2002, through
charismatic and personal counseling approach
Reviewed and processed prospective student
applications.
Counseled families in the admissions process through
financial aid awards
INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES

Serve on Purdue University Admissions Advisory

Committee
Multiple presentations on the use of technology in
counseling, college search and admissions process, and
NCAA clearinghouse and eligibility
Mentored at-risk students as a part of school disciplinary
process
Served on NDPMA and U of D Jesuit: admission review
committees
Chaperoned spirituality retreats at NDPMA and U of D
Jesuit
Albion College Football: Four year letter winner, three

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time conference champion, two NCAA playoff

appearances, Captain, MVP, Offensive MVP, school
record holder
Albion College Track and Field: Four year letter winner,
Captain, two-time individual conference champion, 13th
place National Championships 2000

TECHNOLOGY COMPETENCIES

Naviance
Education Edge Student Information System
CIMS-AS400 Student Information System
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