Organized and dependable administrator successful at managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reputation of being able to lead by example and develop hardworking teams to provide excellence in the district. Determined School Counselor with success in helping students achieve educational goals and personal well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
Ysleta, Socorro, El Paso, Deming, Ft. Hancock ISD
01.2002 - Current
Provided counseling and crisis interventions for 700+ students while serving as Title 1 Parent Engagement Coordinator, Behavior Response to Intervention, 504, Special Education Referral, McKinney Vento, Volunteer Program, and Partners in Education Coordinator
Ability to work with campus, district and community stakeholders to coordinate and manage the Title 1 program and ensure compliance with Federal and State Regulations
Prepare, collect, revise and upload documentation related to Title 1, Part A and its requirements
Work with budget director to ensure Title 1 Funds are expended responsibly based on program guidelines
Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
Talented in meeting the objectives of the counseling program by providing preventive education, advocacy, mediation and counseling to students. Sensitive to socioeconomic and cultural difference of students.
Successfully merged two parent groups resulting in top volunteer hours for the district
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students and used data to monitor progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso
12.1993
Skills
Strong desire to lead with a servant heart
Believe in treating people the way I want to be treated
Meticulous work ethic willing to do what is needed to get the job done
Excellent communicator in English and Spanish in a variety of formats
Skilled in building relationships and establishing trust
Capacity to train and manage teams effectively
Strong organizational and planning skills to see a project from conception to completion
Ability to meet deadlines and handle high pressure situations
Critical thinking skills
Ability to deescalate situations calmly and respectfully
Leadership Education Teacher (Marine Corps JROTC) at El Paso ISD, Brownsville ISD, & San Benito CISDLeadership Education Teacher (Marine Corps JROTC) at El Paso ISD, Brownsville ISD, & San Benito CISD
Registered Nurse Level III, Intensive Care Unit at The Hospitals of Providence East CampusRegistered Nurse Level III, Intensive Care Unit at The Hospitals of Providence East Campus