Jose Ireta
College Admissions Counselor / High School Counselor
Moorpark,CA
Summary
Experienced College Admissions Counselor dedicated to ensuring all students are provided with the necessary skills to accomplish their academic goals. Over twenty years of experience assisting students with applications for public and private universities. Superb planning, multitasking and communication skills. Successful at working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
College Admissions Counselor
UCEAZY
Cupertino, CA
03.2017 - Current
- Review admissions applications and evaluate student credentials.
- Receive and review transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Provide comprehensive support services encompassing career and personal goals of student.
- Consult with candidates on primary research, data collection, bibliographies and model writing assistance.
- Mentor students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Conduct academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
High School Academic Counselor
Newury Park H.S., / Conejo Valley USD
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2002 - Current
- Review student files to meet deadlines for completing various graduation requirements.
- Organized, detailed and excellent track record of working well under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Mentor students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Assist students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
- Conduct seminars, workshops, and educational presentations for enrichment opportunities for students.
- Investigate complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
- Advise students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Receive and review transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Conduct academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Answer student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
Outreach Coordinator
Moorpark High School / Moorpark USD
Moorpark, CA
08.1998 - 06.2002
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocated for client needs and resolved roadblocks.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Acquired grants and other sources of funding for educational programs and projects and drafted proposals and agreements to support proper allocation.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Educational Administration
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA 08.2002 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Counseling And Guidance / Pupil Personnel Services
California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA 08.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CA 09.1984 - 03.1989
Skills
College counseling
Academic plans expertise
Excellent oral and written communication
Career counseling
Higher education practices knowledge
Individual and family support
College application assistance
Essay writing coach
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Awards
California School Counselor Association Scholarship Recipient
Target Teacher Award for Excellence in Education
Chuy Suarez Scholarship Recipient for Bilingual Educators
Grant Recipient from the Ventura County Community Foundation’s Hispanic Legacy Fund
Various public speaking awards
Certification
Pupil Personnel Services Credentials
Timeline
College Admissions Counselor
UCEAZY
03.2017 - Current
High School Academic Counselor
Newury Park H.S., / Conejo Valley USD
08.2002 - Current
Master of Arts - Master of Arts in Educational Administration
California Lutheran University
08.2002 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Counseling And Guidance / Pupil Personnel Services
California Lutheran University
08.2000 - 06.2002
Outreach Coordinator
Moorpark High School / Moorpark USD
08.1998 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Communication
California State University - East Bay
09.1984 - 03.1989