Alexandria Matta
Visalia,CA
Summary
School counselor with experience supporting high school students in academic planning, transcript evaluation, and college and career readiness. Currently serving as a Long‑Term Substitute School Counselor managing a student caseload, coordinating course registration, monitoring graduation progress, and evaluating A–G eligibility. Skilled in student advocacy, data-informed decision making, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success and post‑secondary readiness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Long-Term Substitute School Counselor
Mt. Whitney High School
Visalia, USA
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed caseload of students, providing academic counseling and facilitating post-secondary planning.
- Supported students in developing college and career pathways, preparing for life after high school.
- Collaborated with administrators, teachers, and families to enhance student success and engagement.
- Analyze student transcripts to monitor graduation progress and evaluate A–G eligibility.
- Coordinate student course registration for the upcoming school year.
- Schedule students for summer school for credit recovery or advancement based on transcript review.
Guest Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
Visalia, USA
02.2023 - 03.2026
- Provided classroom instruction and supervision across multiple grade levels and subject areas.
- Maintained a structured and supportive learning environment while implementing lesson plans.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings while supporting student academic and behavioral needs.
- Built positive relationships with students and staff to foster a productive learning environment.
School Counseling Intern
Redwood High School
Visalia, USA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered academic, social-emotional, and college and career planning support to enhance student readiness and success.
- Supported students in college applications and FAFSA/CADAA completion to increase access to higher education.
- Facilitated exploration of career pathways and post-secondary opportunities to inform student decisions.
- Conducted transcript reviews to ensure students remained on track for graduation.
- Assisted with class scheduling and course planning.
- Supported proctoring of college preparatory assessments.
School Counseling Intern
Houston Elementary School
Visalia, USA
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided individual and small group counseling addressing stress, anxiety, grief, and peer relationships.
- Collaborated with teachers to devise strategies for supporting students facing academic or behavioral challenges.
- Analyzed student data including grades and attendance to pinpoint students requiring targeted interventions.
- Delivered classroom lessons on study habits, organization, and conflict resolution, enhancing students' skills for academic success.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Counseling, PPS Credential
National University
12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Concentration: Human Development
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2022
Skills
- Academic advising
- Student caseload management
- Transcript analysis
- Graduation progress monitoring
- A–G eligibility evaluation
- Course planning
- College and career readiness advising
- Student scheduling
- Course registration
- Summer school placement
- Credit recovery
- Credit advancement
- Social-emotional support
- Data-informed decision making
- Collaboration
- Student advocacy
- Equitable support practices
Certification
Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential, School Counseling, California
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Long-Term Substitute School Counselor
Mt. Whitney High School
03.2026 - 05.2026
School Counseling Intern
Redwood High School
08.2025 - 12.2025
School Counseling Intern
Houston Elementary School
03.2025 - 06.2025
Guest Teacher
Visalia Unified School District
02.2023 - 03.2026
Master of Science - Educational Counseling, PPS Credential
National University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies, Concentration: Human Development
California State University, Sacramento