John Gomez
Summary
Strategic School Counselor skilled in designing and implementing comprehensive counseling programs that enhance academic achievement and social-emotional development. Utilizes student data and needs assessments to create targeted interventions for diverse populations. Leads initiatives promoting mental health awareness and family engagement, fostering partnerships with students, families, and community stakeholders to cultivate a positive school climate.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
Sultana High School
Hesperia, California
07.2024 - Current
- Manage a caseload of 260+ students, providing comprehensive academic, college/career, and social-emotional counseling services.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a student needs assessment process, utilizing data to identify trends and drive targeted, intentional student supports.
- Utilize student outcome data, needs assessments, and campus climate survey results to develop responsive counseling programs and schoolwide interventions that address identified student needs.
- Leveraged campus climate survey data to design and implement the inaugural Raíces y Ritmo Hispanic Heritage Celebration, increasing opportunities for cultural connection, student voice, and family engagement; recognized by Assemblymember Juan Carrillo.
- Founded a chapter of Bring Change to Mind student club, expanding access to mental health awareness, wellness programming, and student leadership opportunities on campus.
- Deliver classroom guidance lessons once per month across all three ASCA domains, providing proactive Tier 1 supports that promote academic success, career readiness, and social-emotional growth.
- Conduct risk assessments, crisis response interventions, safety planning, and follow-up services in collaboration with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, school psychologists, families, and community partners to address academic, behavioral, attendance, and social-emotional concerns.
- Revamped and managed the counseling department's social media presence, generating 37,300+ account reaches, 7,300+ content interactions, and 6,200+ profile visits while increasing student and family engagement with counseling resources, events, and support services
Student Counselor
Corvallis Middle School STEAM Magnet
Norwalk, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided individual counseling services supporting students' academic achievement and social-emotional development.
• Designed and facilitated classroom lessons focused on growth mindset, self-management, bullying prevention, goal setting, and healthy relationships. - Collaborated with families, teachers, counselors, and administrators through IEP, CAPSS, and 504 processes
- Utilized pre- and post-assessment data to evaluate lesson effectiveness and student outcomes.
Student Counselor
John Glenn High School (RAMP Recognized)
Norwalk, CA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on college readiness, A-G requirements, bullying prevention, and postsecondary planning.
- Conducted individual academic, social-emotional, crisis, and college/career counseling sessions.
- Participated in IEP, CAPSS, and risk assessment procedures while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Student Counselor
Washington Middle School
La Habra, CA
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed a caseload of 30+ students, providing individual and group counseling services.
- Facilitated study skills and motivation groups to improve student engagement and academic performance.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments and collaborated on reentry and safety planning.
Education
California State University, Long Beach
Master of Science, Counseling, Option in School Counseling, PPS Credential
GPA: 4.0 | CREST Grant Recipient
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Arts, Education Sciences
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Certificate in Social Problems & Public Policy
GPA: 3.795
Leadership and Professional Contributions
California Association of School Counselors (CASC) Emerging Leaders Program
- Selected for a statewide leadership development program for school counselors.
CASC Social Justice & Equity Committee
- Collaborate with school counselors throughout California to advance equitable and culturally responsive counseling practices.
CASC Publication Contributor
- Published an article highlighting innovative school counseling practices and student support initiative
Additional Relevant Experience
CREST Grant Member
- Collaborated with special education professionals to develop transition plans and evidence-based interventions supporting students with disabilities.
- Implemented culturally responsive practices promoting student independence, self-advocacy, and successful transitions.
UC Irvine Early Academic Outreach Program | Student Coordinator
- Provided academic advising and college readiness support to a cohort of 120 first-generation and underserved students.
- Facilitated workshops for students and families on college admissions, financial aid, and educational planning.
Little Leaders for a Bigger Tomorrow | Outreach Director
- Organized leadership development programs serving more than 200 elementary and secondary students.
- Mentored students in grades 5–12 through programs focused on leadership, college awareness, diversity, and personal growth.
Certification
- California Association of School Counselors Membership
- American School Counseling Association Membership
- Orange County Department of Education: Restorative Practices Level I Training
- Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training Certificate
- American Heart Association First Aid CPR AED Certification
- Crisis Response DMCC SELPA Training
Skills
Languages: Fluent in Spanish
Technology: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, PowerSchool, Aeries, Canva
Professional Competencies: ASCA National Model, MTSS, SEL, Crisis Response, Risk Assessment, IEP/504 Processes, Data Analysis, Family Engagement, Program Development, Culturally Responsive Practices
Website & Portfolio
linkedin.com/in/mrjohngomez | sites.google.com/view/johnpgomez/home
Timeline
School Counselor
Sultana High School
07.2024 - Current
Student Counselor
Corvallis Middle School STEAM Magnet
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Counselor
John Glenn High School (RAMP Recognized)
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Counselor
Washington Middle School
01.2023 - 12.2023