JOANNA L. MILLS

A dedicated and experienced educator with over two decades in the field, including 12 years as a school counselor and a key member of the leadership team. I have consistently served as an administrative designee, stepping into leadership roles when needed, and have a proven ability to perform a variety of administrative duties to assist the principal in managing a middle school. My expertise lies in student support, behavior management, and fostering a positive school climate.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR INTERNSHIP (2010-2011)

Coachella Valley Unified School District, Thermal, California

Cahuilla Desert Academy, grades 7th and 8th.

• Met with students to provide academic success strategies.
• Communicated with parents via phone calls, mail, and meetings.
• Worked in conjunction with the Latino Youth Commission, Esperanza’s Counseling Center, Riverside County of Mental Health, and Mourning Star.
• Created and presented school wide guided lessons.
• Participated in parent workshops, SST’s, and IEP’s meetings.
• Facilitated group counseling sessions during and after school.
• Collaborated with administration, counselors, and teachers to achieve student success.

SCHOOL COUNSELOR INTERNSHIP (2011)

Coachella Valley High School, grades 9th-12th.

• Targeted at-risk students.
• Assisted with creating master schedule.
• Assisted in creating monthly newsletters for the Counseling Department.
• Collaborated in the organization of the Career Center.

• ASCA (2025)
• AVID Summer Institute (2024)
• CHARACTER COUNTS (2015)
• RESTORATIVE JUSTICE (2014)
• MEAN GIRL CONFERENCE (2011)
• CAPTURING KIDS’ HEARTS (2010)
• CPI NONVIOLENT CRISIS INTERVENTION (2010)