Alyx K. Korn 1154 E. Pratt Dr.

Palatine, IL 60074
alyx.k.korn@gmail.com
(847) 312-0095




EDUCATION
DePaul University, Chicago, IL June 2014
Masters in Education: School Counseling

The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA May 2011
B.A.: Psychology
Minor: Human Relations

CERTIFICATIONS
Type 73 School Counselor License June 2014

WORK EXPERIENCE
School Counselor (Intern) August 2013-Present
Glenbrook North High School, Northbrook, IL
Counseling individual students for academic, personal/social and college/career development on a weekly
or bi-weekly basis.
Providing weekly organizational support for students on caseload.
Consulting with teachers, parents, community agencies and other staff members about student concerns.
Co-facilitating small counseling groups on topics including social skills and anxiety/depression.
Participating on a weekly Problem Solving Team to address needs on behavior, attendance, school
performance, and general well being of students.
Presented Freshman Guidance curriculum on the role of the counselor, how to use student services, and
evaluating strengths that connected to different classes at Glenbrook North.
Advising students in regards to high school course selection.
Scheduling student courses through PowerSchool.
Participating in IEP meetings and the Student Assistance Program.
Providing college and career advising to seniors.
Conducting safety assessments on students displaying self-harm behavior.
Using Naviance to assist students on their college and career goals.
Using PowerSchool to keep track of student grades, attendance, register students for following year classes,
and data collection.
Presented registration information in a classroom setting to students in grades 9-11.

Diving Coach October 2013-Present
Windy City Diving, Chicago, IL
Co-leading lessons for elementary, junior high, and high school age students.
Teaching fundamentals and skills to advance individual diving abilities.

Nanny/Caregiver September 2011-Present
Caring for a 2
nd
grade girl and a boy in 5
th
grade.
Assisting parents with housework and errands.
Helping children with homework and studying for tests.

AVID Tutor September 2012-June 2013
Hubbard High School, Chicago, IL
Conducted tutorial sessions that facilitate collaborative learning between students through discussion of
class text and notes.
Aided students to take responsibility for their own active learning while directing them with strategies that
they will be able to use independently.
Evaluated student binders, including class and textbook notes, learning logs, and homework calendars.
Assisted in teaching study skills and other aspects of college preparation.
Communicated with the AVID coordinator in regards to student progress and areas of concern.
Helped to promote a college bound atmosphere for all students by acknowledging student strengths and
being an active participant in student learning, growth, and personal development.
Advised students on career projects and writing skills.

Office Assistant June 2005- August 2011
Carts of Chicago Catering, Elk Grove Village, IL
Partnered with office manager to recruit, interview and onboard staff, schedule staff for events and process
accounts payable.
Administered job assignments and managed workloads of individuals on the job site.

Gymnastics Coach November 2006-May 2007
Palatine Park District, Palatine, IL
Taught classes of 25 beginning through intermediate 1
st
-8
th
grade gymnasts.
Enhanced beginning and intermediate gymnastics fundamentals for gymnasts to build upon.

SCHOOL COUNSELING SPECIAL PROJECTS
Created a bullying support group for sophomore girls.
Partnered with Maine West High School to distribute a personal/social needs assessment.
Formulated possible recommendations/interventions based on results.
Designed a website based on needs and data gathered from Maine West.
Put together community mental health resources and contacts for the Maine West community to utilize.

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
New Member Educator
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority January 2008- November 2009
Educated a group of 30 new members on the growth and values of the sorority
Organized pledge mom/daughter program
Planned bid day and initiation

Psychology Peer Advisor
University of Iowa August 2010-December 2010
Advised psychology majors on courses, instructors, degree requirements, career planning, and graduate
school.
Held weekly office hours to assist students with questions regarding the psychology program.

Teachers Assistant
University of Iowa January 2011-May 2011
Held weekly office hours to assist students with questions regarding class material.
Selected video segments to be useful examples in the classroom.
Acted as a liaison between students and professor.

VOLUNTEER WORK
Big Brothers Big Sisters Program September 2009-May 2011
Spent one hour a week with a third grade boy to help him develop interpersonal skills.
Conversation ensued through tutoring and game playing which resulted in quality interactive development.

Iowa 4CS Hometies Child Care Center September 2010-December 2010
Volunteered 6-9 hours a week at this daycare for families in crisis.
Took care of kids ranging in age from 6 months-4 years old; fed them, changed diapers, read books, played
games, and provided general comfort and support.