Ariana Ceballos
Porterville,CA
Summary
Bilingual school counselor resident skilled in crisis-prevention planning and trauma-informed care, dedicated to enhancing student well-being and academic success through effective multi-tiered support strategies. Skilled in individual and group counseling for Tier 2 & 3. Passionate about uplifting students and creating a safe educational environment where minds grow.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor Resident
Summit Charter Intermediate Academy
Porterville, California
08.2026 - Current
- Conducted suicide risk assessments, crisis interventions, safety planning, and coordinated emergency responses while maintaining student confidentiality and following district protocols.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals and families in need.
- Designed crisis-prevention plans for at-risk students based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Coordinated referrals to external mental health professionals, ensuring timely access to necessary support.
- Delivered Tier 3 individualized counseling for social-emotional learning, behavior, and intensive prevention/intervention strategies.
- Provided Tier 2 small-group counseling addressing emotional regulation, peer conflict, and executive functioning skills.
- Developed lesson plans to enhance social-emotional learning and promote positive behavior interventions among students.
Substitute Teacher
Porterville Unified School District
Porterville, California
11.2024 - Current
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Delivered engaging lessons across diverse subjects for various grade levels.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
ACcel Substitute Teacher
Academic Collaborative for Exceptional Learners
Tulare County , CA
10.2024 - Current
- Supported students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities through tailored academic instruction and life skills development.
- Assisted in language development, vocational preparation, classroom routines, and functional learning activities.
- Collected and analyzed data to effectively monitor student behaviors.
- Maintained accurate records of student sessions and progress toward goals.
School Counselor Resident
Porterville High School
Porterville, California
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Facilitated group workshops on college readiness and personal development skills.
- Coordinated college visits and career exploration activities for students.
- Participated actively in parent-teacher and IEP conferences, advocating for students.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and community agencies through MTSS, SST, and 504 meetings to identify student needs and implement targeted interventions.
- Guided course selection, degree requirements, academic advising, andstudy skills.
Primary Education Tutor
Porterville District - Expanded Learning
Porterville, California
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Developed personalized lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
- Built positive relationships with students while reinforcing academic skills, confidence, and goal-setting.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
Athletic Coach
Special Olympics
Bakersfield, California
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized sports events to promote inclusion and community engagement through inclusive athletic activities.
- Provided sports training and supported athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance program resources and broaden participant outreach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05-2024
Master of Arts - School Counseling
National University
La Jolla, CA08-2026
Skills
- Bilingual
- Multi-Tiered Student Supports
- Student Progress Monitoring
- Executive Functioning Groups
- Crisis intervention
- SEL Curriculum Implementation
- Academic & Postsecondary Advising
- Family & Community Engagement
Certifications
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Certification: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Specialist
- Mental Health & Crisis Response: Suicide prevention, threat/risk assessment, crisis intervention & student safety plan.
- California Association of School Counselors (CASC): Professional development in social-emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, trauma-informed care, & comprehensive school counseling.
Timeline
School Counselor Resident
Summit Charter Intermediate Academy
08.2026 - Current
School Counselor Resident
Porterville High School
03.2026 - 06.2026
Substitute Teacher
Porterville Unified School District
11.2024 - Current
ACcel Substitute Teacher
Academic Collaborative for Exceptional Learners
10.2024 - Current
Athletic Coach
Special Olympics
08.2023 - 05.2024
Primary Education Tutor
Porterville District - Expanded Learning
03.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, Bakersfield
Master of Arts - School Counseling
National University