Eva Ziss-Patton
Torrance,CA
Summary
Deliver comprehensive counseling services to over 350 high school students, addressing academic, college, career, and social-emotional needs. Utilize therapeutic approaches to enhance student engagement and well-being, ensuring alignment with district goals and promoting postsecondary success. My counseling approach is rooted in building authentic relationships while maintaining high expectations for students, acting as an advocate, and helping them reach their goals. I draw from person-centered, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused approaches, helping students recognize their strengths, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and identify achievable next steps. I also believe in using data to guide interventions, monitor progress, and ensure students receive the support they need to succeed.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Redondo Beach Unified School District
Redondo Beach
08.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive academic, college and career, and social-emotional counseling services to 350+ high school students
- Identify and monitor students' academic progress, identifying those at risk of failing or dropping out and providing support and intervention
- Conduct risk assessments using Columbia Screener
- Monitor progress for students in credit recovery courses during Learning Center period
- Serve on SARB and SART teams, collaborating with families and school personnel to address attendance barriers and support improved student attendance outcomes
- Advise and monitor Long Term Independent Study students
- Assist with transfers to and from continuation school
- Provide school and community referrals
- Support students in academic planning, graduation and A–G requirements, postsecondary preparation, and personal development
- Design and deliver classroom guidance lessons and student/family workshops and presentations
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to support student outcomes
- Assist with AVID program
- Designed and facilitated an Executive Functioning Tutoring program focused on organization, study skills, time management, and self-advocacy
- Serve as Communications Lead and PBIS Committee member supporting school-wide climate and behavior initiatives
- Act as Admin Designee during IEP Meetings
- Lead SST and 504 processes, including meeting facilitation, eligibility determination, and 504 case management and overseeing 35+ 504 plans
- Supervision duties
SCHOOL COUNSELOR (TEMPORARY)
Torrance Unified School District
Torrance, California
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported caseloads of 500+ students across high school and Extended School Year (ESY) settings
- Monitored student progress toward graduation and A–G requirements, ensuring alignment with academic goals through transcript evaluation and tracking
- Developed four-year academic plans and provided course placement recommendations aligned with student goals
- Facilitated 504 meetings and supported DIS counseling services in collaboration with special education teams
- Delivered academic, behavioral, and social-emotional counseling interventions, promoting student well-being and academic success
- Maintained communication with families and staff to advocate for student needs and coordinate supports
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Torrance USD | Torrance High School
Torrance
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Managed clerical duties for attendance and dean’s offices
- Executed student and parent outreach initiatives to enhance engagement and support
- Maintained accurate records in attendance and dean’s offices
SCHOOL COUNSELING INTERN
Torrance USD & Los Angeles USD
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported academic advising, transcript evaluation, and college/career readiness programming across K–12 settings
- Delivered individual and group counseling focused on social-emotional development, conflict resolution, and student engagement
- Implemented PBIS strategies and classroom social-emotional lessons at the elementary level
- Supported student re-engagement during distance learning through outreach and attendance recovery efforts
- Collaborated with counseling and mental health staff to support at-risk students and interventions
PARAEDUCATOR II
Torrance USD | Torrance High School
Torrance
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Monitored and reported student behavior and performance progress to support individualized instruction
- Provided physical, academic, and emotional support to promote student engagement and well-being
- Assisted teacher in coordinating classroom activities
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Jackson Jade
Long Beach
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Work with BCBA to create goals, develop Behavior Intervention Plan, and employ behavior intervention strategies
- Collect and graph data
- Provide training for family and stakeholders
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
CUSP, LLC
Torrance
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Implemented Behavior Acquisition Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans
- Collected and graphed client data under the supervision of a BCBA to track behavior patterns
- Provided feedback to BCBA regarding client progress or changes
- Trained family and other stakeholders
Education
MASTER OF EDUCATION - School Counseling
University of Southern California
12-2021
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Philosophy
University of California, Riverside
08-2011
Skills
- Individual, Group, and Crisis Counseling
- Workshop, classroom guidance, and presentation facilitation
- Academic planning and support
- Case management
- Student advocacy
- Behavior management
- Conflict Resolution
- Collaborative problem solving
- Active Listening and Empathy
- Relationship building
- Coping strategies
Accomplishments
- Sea Hawk of the Week - December 2023
- Sea Hawk of the Month - June 2025
Timeline
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Redondo Beach Unified School District
08.2022 - Current
SCHOOL COUNSELOR (TEMPORARY)
Torrance Unified School District
02.2022 - 08.2022
SCHOOL COUNSELING INTERN
Torrance USD & Los Angeles USD
09.2020 - 12.2021
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Torrance USD | Torrance High School
08.2018 - 02.2022
PARAEDUCATOR II
Torrance USD | Torrance High School
04.2018 - 08.2021
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Jackson Jade
01.2018 - 01.2019
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
CUSP, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2019
MASTER OF EDUCATION - School Counseling
University of Southern California
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Philosophy
University of California, Riverside