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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Denise Jaramillo

Rio Rancho,NM

Summary

With a proven track record at Espanola Public Schools and at Mesa Vista Consolidated School District, I excel in crisis management and parent-teacher collaboration, enhancing student well-being and academic success. My expertise in mental health support and curriculum planning has led to significant improvements in school policies and student outcomes, showcasing my ability to innovate and advocate effectively.

I assisted in the design of the school safety and crisis plans and organized effective staff training inclusive of active shooter response and suicide and other self harm prevention. My coursework in administration and Educational Leadership was vehicle to effectively bridge the communication gap between students, staff, parents, and administration faculty to benefit all students.

Overview

27
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Espanola Public Schools

School Guidance Counselor
08.2011 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance available resources for students'' mental health support needs.
  • Supported students'' social and emotional growth by organizing group therapy sessions and conflict resolution workshops.
  • Effectively managed crisis situations involving students experiencing behavioral or emotional distress, coordinating appropriate resources for immediate support.
  • Facilitated professional development for faculty members on topics such as bullying prevention, mental health awareness, and crisis management.
  • Served as liaison between parents, teachers, administrators, and outside agencies in order to advocate effectively for each student''s unique needs.
  • Improved parent engagement in school activities by organizing informative meetings, workshops, and conferences addressing various topics of interest.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously expand knowledge of best practices in school counseling.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop effective intervention strategies for academically struggling students, resulting in increased academic performance.
  • Assisted in developing school-wide policies and procedures related to academic integrity, behavioral expectations, and attendance requirements.
  • Coordinated school-wide events such as college fairs, scholarship presentations, and career exploration workshops to expose students to diverse post-secondary opportunities.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas of improvement within the guidance program, leading to more targeted interventions for at-risk students.
  • Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in field.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
  • Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
  • Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
  • Reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive conflict resolution strategies that encouraged open communication between all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.

Mesa Vista Consolidated School District

School Guidance Counselor
08.1999 - 05.2011

Job overview

  • Established strong relationships with community organizations to enhance available resources for students'' mental health support needs.
  • Educated students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements.
  • Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Enhanced student career planning by conducting individual counseling sessions and developing personalized action plans.
  • Facilitated professional development for faculty members on topics such as bullying prevention, mental health awareness, and crisis management.
  • Advocated for student needs, resulting in adaptation of school policies to better support student well-being.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of counseling programs to ensure effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Promoted culture of continuous improvement by leading professional development sessions for faculty on counseling techniques and student support services.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for new students by developing orientation programs and ongoing support mechanisms.
  • Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
  • Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.

Mesa Vista Consolidated School District

Teacher
08.1996 - 07.1999

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.

Education

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

from Bachelor of Arts in Education

University Overview

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

Master of Arts from School Counseling And Guidance

University Overview


  • Professional Development: Hae all coursework for Educational Leadership and Admnistration
  • Honoree of Phi Kappa Phi
  • Professional Development:
  • Dean's List every semester

New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM

from Minor in Bilingual Education TESOL Endorsement

University Overview

Skills

  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Mental health support
  • Multicultural competence
  • Crisis management
  • Curriculum planning
  • Student advocacy
  • Behavioral intervention
  • Individual assessment
  • Special education
  • Solutions-focused
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Crisis intervention
  • Conflict resolution
  • Suicide prevention
  • Group counseling
  • Individual counseling
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Crisis intervention strategies
  • Special education support
  • Student records management
  • Individualized education programs
  • Mental health assessments
  • Policy and procedure improvements
  • Mediation and crisis intervention

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Contributed policy amendments and code of conduct online to new student handbook in [Date or Timeframe].
  • Redesigned the [District] school counseling program to achieve state and local standards while aligning school objectives and initiatives.

Certification

Certified in QPR and First Aid Mental Health

Effectively implemented Early Warning System

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

School Guidance Counselor
Espanola Public Schools
08.2011 - 06.2023
School Guidance Counselor
Mesa Vista Consolidated School District
08.1999 - 05.2011
Teacher
Mesa Vista Consolidated School District
08.1996 - 07.1999
New Mexico Highlands University
from Bachelor of Arts in Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Master of Arts from School Counseling And Guidance
New Mexico Highlands University
from Minor in Bilingual Education TESOL Endorsement
Denise Jaramillo