Brandi Guevara
Ruidoso Downs
Summary
Hardworking college graduate with skills to step into any environment and support the needs of faculty and students with excellent discussion management, lecturing and mentoring abilities. Knowledgeable about special intervention plans, recordkeeping requirements and strategies for maintaining classroom discipline. Knowledgeable in online learning and I have excellent communication skills. Self-motivated in everything I attempt, highly experienced in communicating with others. Pleasant personality coupled with talents in customer relations, representing and problem-solving. Outgoing when greeting and communicating with others to maintain a positive atmosphere.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counseling Intern
Ruidoso High School
Ruidoso, NM
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted students in developing academic and career goals to enhance personal growth.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to address social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to implement student support programs effectively.
- Developed educational resources for students and parents regarding mental health awareness.
- Maintained accurate records of student interactions to ensure compliance with school policies.
- Monitored student progress through assessments and provided feedback for improvement strategies.
- Created a safe and supportive environment for students to openly discuss their concerns, fostering trust and rapport.
- Improved students'' academic success through targeted interventions and tailored support plans.
Graduate Assistant
Eastern New Mexico University-Portales
Portales, NM
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented curriculum materials to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored undergraduate students, providing guidance on academic planning and career development opportunities.
- Streamlined administrative processes for course management, enhancing efficiency in scheduling and communication systems.
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Served as a liaison between faculty members and students for addressing concerns or issues related to coursework or academic policies.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Administered coursework, graded assignments and provided constructive feedback.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
- Collaborated with faculty members on research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hondo school district
Hondo, NM
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at a consistent level.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
- Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
- Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Front Desk Receptionist
Tex Mex services and rentals
Hobbs, NM
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.
- Received incoming calls and coordinated with staff to fulfill customer requests.
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
- Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
- Greeted visitors to provide information and direct to appropriate personnel.
- Answered multi-line phone system and managed calls by routing to proper extensions or taking messages.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
- Completed basic bookkeeping and document filing.
- Protected clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
- Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
Education
Master of Education - Counseling
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Family and Child Behavioral Studies
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2022
Certificate - Medical Assistant
U.S Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO05-2016
Skills
- Technology savvy
- Behavior modeling
- Video conferencing
- Compliance
- Activity planning
- Individualized care
- Relationship building
- Organization
- Good work ethic
- Conflict resolution
- Career exploration
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Professional ethics
- Multicultural competence
- Empathy development
- Student advocacy
- Academic advising
Accomplishments
- Received consistent recognition as a proficient and reliable substitute.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
Certification
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from U.S Career Institute.
Timeline
School Counseling Intern
Ruidoso High School
01.2025 - 05.2026
Graduate Assistant
Eastern New Mexico University-Portales
01.2023 - 05.2026
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Hondo school district
05.2015 - 08.2016
Front Desk Receptionist
Tex Mex services and rentals
01.2014 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Family and Child Behavioral Studies
New Mexico State University
Certificate - Medical Assistant
U.S Career Institute
Master of Education - Counseling
Eastern New Mexico University