Jaclyn Heming

School counseling professional with 20+ years of experience supporting youth development in nonprofit and community settings. Proven ability to deliver data-informed counseling services, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support students' academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary success. Passionate about helping students reach their full potential through ethical, student-centered practice.

Internship at Medina High School / AI Root Middle School (2025-01 – Present)

• Delivered small-group and individual counseling to support students' social, emotional, academic, and career development.
• Participated in IEP and 504 meetings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student needs.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of 504 Plans alongside the school psychologist and head counselor.
• Aided in coordinating and administering PSAT and SAT testing logistics, including special accommodations.
• Led/Co-led senior exit meetings to support graduation planning and postsecondary readiness.
• Conducted 6th-grade–12th-grade scheduling, reviewing state and district graduation requirements.
• Collected and analyzed counseling data to inform interventions and improve student outcomes.
• Collaborated with school counselors, the school psychologist, parents, and teaching staff to promote student success.
• Provided targeted support for ELL, transfer, and newly enrolled students.

Divisional Arts Director, Youth Department at The Salvation Army (2001 – 2019)

• Mentored at-risk youth (including Akron Salvation Army youth) and young adults, supporting personal growth, goal-setting, and life planning.
• Designed and implemented large-scale youth programs and community events from concept through execution.
• Addressed large audiences through presentations and event leadership.
• Managed budgets, scheduling, and operations for the Music & Arts Office.
• Recruited, trained, and supervised staff and volunteers; supported leadership development across programs.
• Led a young adult summer service team focused on creative arts and community engagement.

Grace Team Coordinator / Arts Director at Camp Neosa - The Salvation Army (2001 – 2012)

• Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated at-risk youth during seasonal staff/leadership program.
• Provided consistent counseling support and conflict resolution for youth participants.
• Delivered life skills and leadership training with ongoing follow-up and evaluation.
• Created, planned, and directed large-scale youth events.
• Oversaw and implemented the divisional youth arts program.

M.A.Ed. in School Counseling – Malone University (2023 – 2026)

B.A. in Psychology – Mount Vernon Nazarene University (1997 – 2001)