An equitable educator who strives to inspire life long learners. With hard work and collaboration I have had success in fostering student growth through whole group, small group and individualized counseling. Strived to achieve significant improvements in academic and behavioral outcomes by empowering students and collaborating effectively with administration, parents and teacher. Counselor with a proven track record at San Diego Unified School District as the only elementary school counselor in the district to earn R.A.M.P. certification through the American School Counseling Association National Model.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor
San Diego Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
Reviewed and discussed new students' academic credentials, interests, and educational goals.
Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
Regularly met with enrolled students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend solutions for improvement.
Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, alumni, and administration.
Partnered with parents and guardians to promote student success in school environment.
Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.
Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Collaborated with parents and teachers to help students reach potential.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA
05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Development
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
12.2010
Skills
Classroom, Group & Individual Counseling
Mediation and crisis intervention using Restorative Justice Practices
Building Lasting Partnerships
Fierce Student Advocate
Timeline
School Counselor
San Diego Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
Master of Arts - Education
Point Loma Nazarene University
Bachelor of Science - Child And Family Development
Paraeducator Independence Facilitator at San Diego Unified School District Site: Cubberley Elementary SchoolParaeducator Independence Facilitator at San Diego Unified School District Site: Cubberley Elementary School