Erin McGoey
Guidance Counsellor
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About
Secondary‑education professional with 27+ years of experience spanning classroom teaching, board‑level secondment work, and guidance counselling. Skilled in supporting student achievement, well‑being, and pathway planning, with a proven record of contributing to system initiatives and fostering positive school communities.
Experience
Guidance Counsellor - SCDSB - Maple Ridge Secondary School
(2021)
- Proficient in both PowerSchool and PowerTeacher, with a strong understanding of their functions and daily operational workflows.
- Skilled in using PRISM to access student records and register learners for online courses, with a clear understanding of eligibility requirements and compliance expectations for online students.
- Experienced in overseeing equitable student services, coordinating support plans, and advancing diversity‑focused policies to ensure fair access to academic and wellness resources.
Student Success, Guidance and Learn@Home Teacher - SCDSB - Twin Lakes Secondary School
(2015 - 2021)
- Knowledgeable in using D2L to support online instruction, including guiding students through course materials, monitoring engagement, and helping learners navigate tools essential for their success.
- Successfully pivoted to online learning during COVID by leveraging D2L to support instruction, maintain student engagement, and deliver course content effectively.
- Adept in identifying learning barriers, coordinating targeted interventions, and fostering academic growth through data‑informed, student‑centered support.
Educational Outreach Teacher - SCDSB - Banting, Bear Creek & Nottawasaga Pines
(2011 - 2015)
- Attended and presented SAL applications for approval, to Superintendents, Board Trustees, Admin Teams, Community Members, and parents at monthly SAL meetings.
- Worked with a caseload of 20 disengaged students to promote resilience, and academic growth.
- Established half a dozen community partnerships to assist in student success, and employment.
Social Sciences & Humanities Department Chair - SCDSB - Bradford District High School
(2004 - 2011)
- Managed a $1500 departmental budget and relative expenses.
- Facilitate monthly department meeting for 7 department members
- Educated on department staffing requirements and assisted with timetabling.
Teacher - HDSB - General Brock High School
(2001 - 2004)
- Facilitated an Independent Learning program which allowed registered students to recover, and earn credits independently.
- Delivered clear instruction, maintained an organized classroom environment, and assessed learning through consistent, curriculum‑aligned evaluation.
- Designed individualized learning plans using student performance data to tailor instruction, pacing, and supports for diverse learners.
Education
Additional Qualifications - Junior Division, Guidance & Career Education Specialist & Family Studies Specialist - Queens University
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Modern Studies & History - University Of Strathclyde
Postgraduate Diploma - Career Development Practitioner - Conestoga College
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Women Studies, Family & Child Studies - University of Guelph
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Dance & Anthropology - York University