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DeAna Lopez

Las Cruces

Summary

Dynamic student success advisor dedicated to fostering student growth and promoting academic success. Proficient in providing guidance and mentorship to help students achieve their educational objectives. Recognized for collaboration, adaptability, eagerness to learn, and a focus on results. Experienced in creating a supportive educational atmosphere and maintaining effective communication with students. Reliable and adaptable, consistently addressing changing demands and expectations. A recent graduate with a master’s degree, equipped with essential knowledge in school counseling alongside practical experience from academic projects, internships, and fieldwork through an alternative license. Exhibits strong abilities in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinic Intern

The NMSU Community Mental Health & Wellness Clinic
  • Assisted with daily operations essential to the functioning of mental health training clinic, such as…
  • Scheduling clients
  • Administration and scoring of CCAPS (Counseling Center Assessment of Psychological Symptoms)
  • Therapist Support

Student Success Advisor

Hatch Valley High School
07.2021 - Current
  • Assisted students in developing effective study habits, which led to increased academic achievement.
  • Provided school-to-career guidance for students transitioning to various post-high school paths.
  • Developed strong relationships with students through regular check-ins, fostering trust, open communication, and rapport-building interactions.
  • Monitored student academic progress and intervened proactively when necessary to ensure adequate support.
  • Served as a liaison between students, faculty, and administration regarding issues related to academic success and retention efforts.
  • Effectively served as the School Test Coordinator for all standardized tests, both standard and alternative, while assisting in the interpretation of standardized test scores for students and their parents.
  • Assisted in developing master class schedules and in scheduling students.

Summer Program Director

NMSU STEM+ Academy
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of program success at the end of each season, identifying areas for improvement or necessary adjustments moving forward.
  • Promoted a safe and respectful atmosphere by enforcing camp rules and guidelines consistently among campers.
  • Assisted in the recruitment of diverse camp staff to create an inclusive environment for all campers.
  • Adapted sports activities for various skill levels, ensuring all campers were engaged and challenged appropriately.
  • Managed daily operations of the sports camp, including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and budgeting.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, resulting in increased trust and communication regarding camper progress.

Recreation Service Coordinator

CLC Meerscheidt Recreation Center
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Director of several youth and adult leagues available to the public.
  • Assists with operations necessary for daily activities and daily programming.
  • Setting up and taking down of equipment necessary for adult programming.
  • Ensuring facility needs are met.
  • Provides customer service and problem-solving to patrons.

Recreation Aid

CLC Meerscheidt Recreation Center
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Assisted with operations necessary for an efficient functioning adult or youth sports leagues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts & Science - Counseling and Community Psychology

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico
05.2020

Masters of Education - School Counseling

Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, New Mexico
05.2025

Skills

  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Technological Proficiency
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Student advocacy
  • Academic advising
  • Excellent communication
  • Suicide prevention
  • Multicultural competence
  • Career planning

Accomplishments

  • Achieved greater than 98% standardized testing as required by NMPED with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of five in the development of the Work Based Learning program at Hatch Valley High School.
  • Managed a high-volume caseload of 350+ students, including 98% Bilingual/ELL students and 96% low-Income students.

Affiliations

  • New Mexico School Counselor Association Member
  • American School Counselor Association Member

Timeline

Summer Program Director

NMSU STEM+ Academy
05.2024 - 07.2024

Student Success Advisor

Hatch Valley High School
07.2021 - Current

Recreation Service Coordinator

CLC Meerscheidt Recreation Center
08.2019 - 06.2021

Recreation Aid

CLC Meerscheidt Recreation Center
08.2016 - 08.2019

Clinic Intern

The NMSU Community Mental Health & Wellness Clinic

Masters of Education - School Counseling

Eastern New Mexico University

Bachelor of Arts & Science - Counseling and Community Psychology

New Mexico State University

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