Hello, I’m Kadie Jarvis, and I am thrilled to be the counselor at Viburnum Junior/Senior High. I have a master’s degree in school counseling and hold an active secondary ELA teaching degree. I have several years of experience in teaching and counseling. My passion for helping others was ignited by my challenging childhood. My experiences have given me a deep understanding of the importance of mental health and well-being in achieving academic success.

I am committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for my students. I will always be available to lend an ear, offer guidance, and help students navigate the ups and downs of high school life. I will move forward as a counselor with an approachable demeanor and empathetic nature, allowing students to feel comfortable sharing their struggles and concerns.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and practicing yoga, all of which I incorporate into my counseling approach. I believe in the power of mindfulness and self-care and encourage my students to find healthy ways to manage stress and anxiety. I am dedicated to ensuring that every student at Iron Co. C4 has access to the support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in School Counseling
  • Crisis Training
  • Youth Advocacy
  • 3 years as a HS ELA Teacher
  • Substitute Teaching Experience

Areas of Expertise:

  • Academic Counseling
  • Personal and Social Counseling
  • Career Counseling
  • College Counseling
  • Crisis Intervention and Support
  • Group Counseling
  • Parent and Family Support

Counseling Services:

  • Academic counseling: Course selection, academic planning, goal setting, study skills development, college and career exploration.
  • Personal and social counseling: Emotional support, peer relationships, stress management, self-esteem building, bullying prevention.
  • Career counseling: Career interest assessments, exploration of career pathways, resume writing, interview preparation.
  • College counseling: College application guidance, essay assistance, college visit planning, SAT/ACT test preparation, scholarship information.
  • Crisis intervention and support: Immediate support during crises, suicide prevention, referrals to external professionals.
  • Group counseling: Small group sessions on various topics, support groups for specific issues, peer mentoring.
  • Parent and family support: Collaboration with parents, workshops, outside support referrals, family counseling when necessary.