Academic History:

• Duke University Graduate — Class of 1972, B.A. Degree in Psychology and Economics
• Bowling Green State University — Class of 1978, Masters Degree in Education, Specializing in Guidance and Counseling
• Continuing Math and Counseling credits — University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Santa Clara University

Current and Past Certifications, Training, and Awards:

• Ohio Department of Education Secondary Education Teaching Certificate (1974-1995): Economics, Psychology, and Guidance Counselor (Grades 7-12)
• Adelphi University Training Seminar on Prevention of Drug Abuse (1975)
• U.S. Air Force Academy Educator Airlift
• Jesuit Schools Education Association Counselors' Conference
• Santa Clara Counseling for College Institute
• Bureau of Education and Research Math Seminar
• ASU, NAU, and UA Counseling Conferences
• North Central Association of Jesuit Schools and Colleges Certification: Mathematics, Psychology, Economics, School Counselor
• Arizona Department of Education Certification: Standard Secondary Education, grades 7-12; Guidance Counselor; Mathematics; Psychology
• Arizona Community College Provisional Teaching Certificate: Psychology, Counseling
• Michael P. Klein Faculty and Staff Achievement Award: In recognition for outstanding personal, professional, and spiritual dedication to families and students (1998)

• Educational Guidance Services (May 1998-present)
  Now self-employed and sole proprietor for counseling and consulting in college admissions, financial aid, mathematics tutoring, ACT and SAT test preparation. Currently serving 1700 students from 93 elementary schools, high schools, and colleges in the greater Phoenix area, Tucson, and Yuma. Available seven days a week.
• Brophy College Prep, Phoenix, AZ (1983-1998)
  Served as Counselor for all grade levels, Instructor of Mathematics and Psychology, Assistant Football and Head Track Coach, Test Coordinator for all standardized testing (PSAT, NEDT, P-ACT), Speech and Debate Club Moderator. Chaired College Information Night, College Fair, and Career Day. Organized and facilitated Health Awareness sessions to promote discussion of drug and alcohol use and abuse. Provided personal and academic support to Boys' Hope residents. Served as counselor for Native American students. Co-moderated Peers for Peers, training students in crisis counseling. Facilitated Father-Son, Freshman, and Sophomore Retreats. Tour Guide for selected Ivy League Colleges.
• Peoria High School, Peoria, AZ (1981-1983)
  Instructor of Algebra I, Geometry, Basic Math, General Math. Advisor for Interact Club (a Rotary subsidiary). Assistant Football Coach, Head Girls' Track Coach
• Sandusky St. Mary's Central Catholic High School, Sandusky, OH (1979-1981)
  Guidance Counselor, NHS Advisor, Varsity Football Coach, Head Track Coach. Implemented Career Education Program. Built master schedule of classes. Responsible for educational and personal needs of all juniors and seniors, including testing and scheduling.
• Sandusky High School, Sandusky, OH (1974-1978)
  Student Counselor, Student Council Advisor, Football and Track Coach. Served emotionally, socially, and academically disadvantaged students, working with Family Services, Welfare, Juvenile Court, and Police agencies to coordinate resources. Organized and facilitated group counseling sessions to develop communication skills and positve self-concepts. Served as a member of the Board of Directors for Volunteers In Action, Family Services, Tri-County Alcoholism Center, and Youth House, Inc. Instructed adult education classes in General Psychology and Psychology for Everyday Living.
• Cedar Point, Inc., Sandusky, OH (1972-1973)
  Personnel Manager and Assistant Housing Coordinator, Editor of Employee Newsletter. Coordinated seasonal employment of 3000 local college and high school students. Worked with the President to administer labor and personnel relations programs including collective bargaining, greivance procedures, contract interpretation, employee benefits, and recruitment.