DIANE NEVAREZ
Summary
- Student-centered K–8 school counselor with extensive experience delivering individual and group counseling, Tier 1/2 SEL instruction, attendance/truancy intervention, and crisis response within diverse, high-need school communities. Collaborative partner to families, teachers, and administrators with a calm, restorative approach and a track record of building safe, supportive climates where students thrive. Data-informed, compassionate, and ready to contribute on day one. Bilingual Support: English
- Spanish (conversational)
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Counselor
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Deliver Tier 1 SEL lessons aligned to district priorities; reinforce skills in emotional regulation, problem-solving, and peer relationships.
- Provide short-term, solution-focused counseling (individual/small group) to support self-management, attendance, and classroom success.
- Facilitate restorative conversations and teacher consultation to de-escalate conflict and strengthen classroom routines.
- Coordinate with families, school teams, and community providers to connect students with appropriate services and supports.
Middle School Counselor
Santa Ana USD – Santiago K-8
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Led classroom guidance, groups, and individual counseling across grades 6–8 focused on regulation, coping, and healthy peer dynamics.
- Drove attendance/engagement efforts with proactive outreach and problem-solving conferences; partnered closely with families.
- Served on the counseling team recognized with ASCA RAMP (Recognized ASCA Model Program) distinction, highlighting data-driven, comprehensive services and measurable outcomes.
Middle School Counselor
Clark County SD (Las Vegas)
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided crisis intervention and safety planning; coordinated response with administrators and caregivers.
- Collaborated with teachers and grade-level teams to align SEL supports with academic and behavioral goals.
- Advocated for students’ access to services and accommodations; referred to community resources as needed.
Elementary School Counselor
Clark County SD (Las Vegas)
08.2015 - 12.2021
- Delivered ongoing individual and small-group counseling to build self-regulation, friendship skills, and school success habits.
- Liaison for Truancy Diversion Program; partnered with families to address barriers and improve daily attendance.
- Designed and facilitated SEL classroom lessons; supported teachers with practical, developmentally-appropriate strategies.
Education
M.A. - Educational Counseling; Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05.2009
B.A. - American Studies
California State University
12.1995
Skills
- Promotion of student welfare
- Attendance Support
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal skills
- Crisis intervention
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Elementary School Counselor
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
10.2024 - 06.2025
Middle School Counselor
Santa Ana USD – Santiago K-8
06.2022 - 06.2024
Middle School Counselor
Clark County SD (Las Vegas)
12.2021 - 05.2022
Elementary School Counselor
Clark County SD (Las Vegas)
08.2015 - 12.2021
B.A. - American Studies
California State University
M.A. - Educational Counseling; Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential
Azusa Pacific University
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