KOREY NATHANIEL LAMB

2865 Patriots Landing Drive

Quinton, VA 23141
(804) 822-5350

lamb23141@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a school counseling position that is both challenging and rewarding in which I can utilize my creativity
and passion for education, as well as my desire to empathize with and support students.
EDUCATION
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
M. Ed. in School Counseling, May 2015
GPA: 4.0
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
B. S. in Communication Studies, Organizational Concentration, May 2012
COUNSELING EXPERIENCE
Thomas Harrison Middle School
Harrisonburg, VA
Jan 2015-Present
School Counseling Intern
Worked with 5th-8th grade students on academic, personal/social, and career issues
Collaborated with parents, teachers, and other school counselors to assist in student concerns
Facilitated friendship groups for new students to help them transition to their new environment
Robert E. Lee High School
School Counseling Intern (300 hrs)

Aug 2014-Dec 2014

Managed an on-going case load of 20 students ranging from 9th to 12th grade
Counseled and advised students with academic, social-emotional, and mental health concerns
Provided one-on-one career and post-secondary education guidance to students in need by creating
individualized career and academic plans
Worked collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, and community members to aid in
student development, academic success, and mental and emotional stability

Pleasant Valley Elementary School

School Counseling Practicum (100 hrs)

Staunton, VA

Harrisonburg, VA

Jan 2014-May 2014

Assisted full time School Counselor in day to day responsibilities

Helped plan and facilitate guidance lessons on character development, career exploration, and
emotional awareness
Led a weekly "Lunch Bunch" counseling group for 4th grade boys about leadership and
responsibility, covering topics such as anger management, mentorship, and friendship
Managed an ongoing case load of 6 students that I met with weekly, for individual counseling
sessions

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Centennial Scholars Program
Harrisonburg, VA
Aug 2013- Present
Graduate Assistant Mentor
Mentored a small group of 12 first generation undergraduate students
Conducted weekly one-on-one academic progress meetings for undergraduate students in the program
Proctored weekly study halls for students having academic challenges
Facilitated monthly professional development workshops and training sessions for all graduate assistants, in
addition to mentor responsibilities

Virginia Union University

Richmond, VA
Oct 2012-May 2013
Residence Hall Director
Provided 24 hour services to students, parents, faculty, and professional staff while managing day to day
residence hall operations (work orders, behavioral issues, student conflicts, etc.)
Supervised a student staff of 7 Resident Assistants and a building of 190 residents
Coordinated educational, social, cultural and recreational activities within the residence hall and professional
development trainings for new employees
Advised students having social/emotional and academic challenges
All Saints Catholic School
Richmond, VA
Sept 2012-Dec 2012
After School Worker/Substitute Teacher
Monitored After School activities for 3rd -8th graders
Planned educational and social activities to stimulate interactions and active learning
Assisted students with homework and extracurricular activities
Carried out lesson plans as provided by lead teacher
New Day Inc.
Johnstown, PA
June 2012-Aug 2012
Summer Program Counselor
Provided 5 weeks of targeted, intentional programming for inner-city youth ages 6 to 18
Planned lessons and activities for 3 specialty clubs (cooking, baking, and gardening) for 15 youth participants
Created shopping list and completed food purchases
Built relationships with summer program participants while living in the community through group activities,
field trips, and one on one mentorship
JMU Office of Residence Life
Harrisonburg, VA
Apr 2009-May 2012
Resident Adviser
Co-Supervised residence hall operations for between 200 and 400 first year students
Counseled and advised 33 first year student-residents
Planned and facilitated 10 major hall programs per year focusing on community development, academic
responsibility and multicultural awareness
Mediated resident conflicts and policy violations as according to university policy and job description
Middle School Leadership Academy
James Madison University
June 2011, June 2014
Resident Counselor
Assisted and supported in the development of first generation college students organizational,
communication, problem solving, personal, social, and cultural, leadership, service learning, and
adjustment/transition skills to meet the academic challenges of higher education.
Handled immediate student concerns including facility and maintenance concerns, behavioral issues, and
roommate conflicts
Facilitated small group discussions during debriefing and processing times
UNIVERSITY AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Centennial Scholars Program, Leadership Team
Divine Unity Community Kids, Teacher
Chi Sigma Iota, Member (International Counseling Honorary Society)
Virginia Counselors Association
Central Valley Counselors Association

Aug 2013-Present
Jan 2014-Present
March 2014-Present
Aug 2013-2014
Aug 2013-2014