Genesis Marine
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Caring and dedicated educator with experience creating a welcoming and supportive environment that focuses on students’ academic, emotional, and behavioral growth. Experienced in offering individual and group counseling, implementing SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) strategies, and supporting DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) initiatives. Focused on supporting students and colleagues to ensure success, while cultivating a safe, welcoming environment where every student feels valued, encouraged, and prepared to grow.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher and School Counselor (Full-Time)
MUSE Global School
2025.09 - Current
- Designed and implemented lesson plans to develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish.
- Delivered engaging virtual Spanish instruction to students across multiple proficiency levels.
- Taught Spanish using online learning platforms including Zoom and Canvas.
- Managed virtual classrooms effectively, maintaining high levels of student engagement in a remote environment.
- Integrated digital tools such as Google Classroom, interactive presentations, and language-learning applications to enhance instruction.
- Assessed student progress regularly and adapted instruction to meet individual learning needs.
- Fostered a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to support student achievement and instructional goals.
- Maintained accurate records for grades, attendance, and student performance.
- Supported students with goal setting, conflict resolution, and decision-making.
- Delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on academic success and personal development.
Youth Mental Health Academy - Teacher (Seasonal)
Child Mind Institute
2025.06 - 2025.07
- Recorded daily attendance and tracked student participation.
- Supported classroom management, behavior, and daily transitions (lunch, dismissal).
- Build positive relationships to create a supportive classroom environment.
- Led small-group and cooperative learning activities.
- Taught lessons aligned with daily goals and curriculum standards.
- Reviewed student assessments and worked with staff to improve instruction.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through strong student relationships and effective management strategies.
School Counselor (Full-Time)
MUSE Global School
2024.03 - 2025.06
- Created and implemented a comprehensive school counseling program that supports students from early childhood through 12th grade, addressing their full developmental needs.
- Created and implemented the 'Calm and Connect' class to promote SEL and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with the DEI coordinator to deliver inclusive lessons for all students.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting inclusivity, empathy, and self-awareness through SEL and DEI initiatives.
- Conducted observations across various settings (classrooms, playgrounds, lunchrooms, etc.) to assess student needs and provide tailored support to both students and teachers.
- Designed intervention plans to address academic, social, behavioral, and emotional challenges.
- Applied the MTSS framework to monitor progress and ensure effective interventions for all students.
- Led monthly student meetings with staff members to communicate about students’ academic, behavioral, and social progress.
- Worked closely with the Head of the School in monthly meetings to align strategies and ensure school-wide support for students.
- Facilitated restorative conversations to resolve conflicts and strengthen both student-student and student-teacher relationships.
- Led a Kindness Club with upper school students to spread kindness across the campus and promote positive interactions.
- Designed and led professional development workshops for staff at the start of the school year, focusing on SEL strategies, student support, and promoting a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Attended parent conference meetings with teachers and directors to discuss student progress and review the intervention plans created by the team for each student.
School Counselor Intern
ISANA Octavia Academy
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Provided counseling services to a diverse caseload of students.
- Conducted individual and group counseling to address academic, personal, career, and behavioral concerns.
- Implemented a solution-focused counseling approach, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each student.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and support staff to address student issues holistically and enhance overall well-being.
- Guided students through academic decisions, including course selection, and provided career counseling to support their post-graduation aspirations.
School Counselor Intern
Old Orchard Elementary School
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Established and maintained a comprehensive counseling program, developing resources and workshops to address the academic, personal, career, and social development of students.
- Conducted regular assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness, making data-informed adjustments to better support student needs.
- Actively participated in parent-teacher conferences, fostering collaborative relationships with parents and guardians to enhance student success and well-being.
- Kingston, Martinez & Hagan, LLP
Behavior Interventionist
Pointe Staffing Solutions
2022.01 - 2022.06
- Implemented intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.Utilized behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
Lead Skills Trainer
Autism Behavior Intervention
2018.11 - 2021.12
- Taught new team members correct procedures for ABA therapy.
- Implemented intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Met with teachers to establish goals for students in the intervention program.
- Completed observations of students in classroom and social situations.
- Collaborated with team members, school personnel and family members to develop individual plans of care for students.
Education
Master in School Counseling -
University of Denver, Morgridge College of Education
Denver, COBachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CASkills
- Technical Skills – Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Zoom, Kumospace, Canvas
- Classroom instruction
- Individual counseling
- Conflict mediation
- Academic support
- Solutions-focused
- Diverse groups presentations
Certification
- Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit, California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Issued: September 17, 2025 | Expired: August 01, 2026
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential, California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Issued: August 25, 2025 | Expired: September 01, 2030
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Mindfulness Practices – Prioritizing mental well-being through reflection and intentional living
- Outdoor Adventures – Camping, hiking, walking, and participating in sports
- Community Outreach – Engaging in local advocacy groups to promote positive change
- Community Cleanups – Supporting environmental efforts to keep neighborhoods clean and welcoming
- Giving Back – Finding fulfillment in helping others and contributing to the community
Timeline
Spanish Teacher and School Counselor (Full-Time)
MUSE Global School
2025.09 - Current
Youth Mental Health Academy - Teacher (Seasonal)
Child Mind Institute
2025.06 - 2025.07
School Counselor (Full-Time)
MUSE Global School
2024.03 - 2025.06
School Counselor Intern
ISANA Octavia Academy
2023.08 - 2023.12
School Counselor Intern
Old Orchard Elementary School
2023.01 - 2023.06
Behavior Interventionist
Pointe Staffing Solutions
2022.01 - 2022.06
Lead Skills Trainer
Autism Behavior Intervention
2018.11 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Riverside
Master in School Counseling -
University of Denver, Morgridge College of Education