Anna Atencio
Tierra Amarilla
Summary
Professional with significant experience in educational counseling. Adept at fostering student development, providing academic and career guidance, and facilitating social-emotional well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and effective communication skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Guidance Counselor
Chama Valley Independent School District
2012.08 - 2025.10
- Assisted students in developing academic and career goals through one-on-one counseling sessions.
- Supported the implementation of personalized education plans for students with diverse needs.
- Facilitated workshops on study skills, stress management, and college readiness for student groups.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to identify at-risk students and provide appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and counseling sessions in school databases.
- Engaged parents in discussions regarding student development and available resources for support.
- Helped students complete admissions applications and pursue scholarships to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
- Built schedules around students' strengths and long-term goals, customizing different approaches for college preparatory and technical school pathways.
Elementary School Teacher
Chama Valley Independent School District
2010.08 - 2012.06
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
- Utilized various educational technologies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that promote critical thinking skills.
Middle School English Teacher
Chama Valley Independent School District
1995.01 - 2010.06
- Developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced student understanding of literary concepts.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
Education
Master of Arts - Guidance & Counseling
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM1994-12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, New Mexico, NM1992-05
Skills
- Parent communication
- Program development
- Ethical practice
- Crisis intervention
- Group counseling
- Individual counseling
- Academic advising
- Career guidance
- Post-secondary career exploration
- Career fairs
- Scholarship research
- Reliability
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
High School Guidance Counselor
Chama Valley Independent School District
2012.08 - 2025.10
Elementary School Teacher
Chama Valley Independent School District
2010.08 - 2012.06
Middle School English Teacher
Chama Valley Independent School District
1995.01 - 2010.06
Master of Arts - Guidance & Counseling
New Mexico Highlands University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
New Mexico Highlands University