Crystal Lemus
CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Bilingual School Counselor with a passion for fostering the emotional, social, and academic development of students. Fluent in Spanish and English, I am committed to supporting diverse student populations, providing a safe and inclusive environment for growth, and offering counseling services that cater to a variety of student needs. Skilled in crisis intervention, career counseling, and building strong, trusting relationships with students, parents, and staff. Eager to contribute my knowledge of evidence-based practices and cultural competency to help students thrive, both inside and outside the classroom.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute School Counselor/ Substitute Teacher
Anaheim Elementary School District
Anaheim , CA
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback for improvement.
- Developed and enforced behavioral management plans.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance and behavior.
Intensive Behavioral Intervention Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove, CA
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies in one-on-one and group settings to improve student outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions utilizing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Observed students in diverse settings to gauge behaviors.
- Provided crisis intervention and management to address immediate behavioral concerns safely and effectively.
Instructional Assistant Specialized Physical Healthcare
Garden Grove Unified School District
Garden Grove , CA
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted in the supervision and instruction of medically fragile and/or orthopedically impaired students.
- Performed essential health care and personal hygiene tasks for students.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
National University
La Jolla, CA10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2022
Skills
- Bilingual
- Google Classroom
- Canva
- Data analysis
- ASCA Model
- Crisis intervention
- Communication skills
- Evidence-based practice
Certification
- Authorization in Child Welfare and Attendance
- Pupil Personnel Services: School Counseling
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute School Counselor/ Substitute Teacher
Anaheim Elementary School District
11.2024 - 02.2025
Intensive Behavioral Intervention Assistant
Garden Grove Unified School District
02.2022 - 02.2024
Instructional Assistant Specialized Physical Healthcare
Garden Grove Unified School District
04.2021 - 02.2022
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
National University
Bachelor of Science - Child and Adolescent Development
California State University, Fullerton
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