Laura Valeriano
Eldorado,USA
Summary
I believe in creating a safe environment that fosters respect for all regardless of physical, ethnic, cultural, and economic differences. My belief is that all students should be empowered to make their own decisions with the guidance and encouragement of an expert in order to help students achieve autonomy, completion of goals and programs of study. Collaboration with colleagues and being a perpetual learner is key and ensures progress toward any entity's goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Counselor
San Angelo Independent School District
San Angelo, Texas
09.2025 - Current
- Guide students in academic planning and course selection processes.
- Provide counseling support for social and emotional development needs.
- Coordinate college readiness programs and resources for students.
- Advocate for student interests during Individualized Education Program meetings.
- Assist families in navigating school resources and services available.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community organizations for student support.
- Evaluate transcripts to make certain students were on track toward high school graduation and college admission.
- Guide students concerning academic goals, occupation preferences and college requirements.
- Identify and prevent potential dropouts by monitoring records of students experiencing attendance issues.
- Conduct campus tours of local colleges for juniors and seniors.
- Advise students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Plan and promote career and employment-related programs and events, fully coordinating job fairs and career workshops.
Engineering Academic Advisor & Coach
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Provided advising and academic success services and coaching to engineering students and participated in orientation and advising programs for incoming students.
- Monitored at-risk student progress and implemented interventions, including tailored referrals to support services.
- Developed risk assessment reports for key classes of at-risk students.
- Analyzed and reported data on student retention, performance, success, and engineering accreditation requirements to inform decision-making.
- Analyzed course enrollments, projected future enrollments, to support course scheduling.
- Supported programs and activities that fostered an inclusive and supportive culture for all students.
- Communicated effectively with a variety of constituents both orally and in writing.
- Made presentations to individuals, schools, and organizations.
Candidate Teacher Field Supervisor
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted lesson observations and evaluations for student teachers using TTESS model to ensure effective teaching practices.
- Recommended student teachers to TEA for certification based on performance evaluations and readiness to enter the profession.
High School Counselor
TLCA
San Angelo, TX
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Developed class schedules for students in grades 9-12, aligning course selections with their program of study to support academic success.
- Ensured state graduation requirements were met according to the students' program of study.
- Addressed disciplinary issues involving sexual harassment and bullying, fostering a safer school environment.
- Implemented formal assessments and screeners for behavior and academic intervention strategies.
- Social Emotional Learning Instruction.
- Special Education/504 Coordinator.
- Campus Testing Coordinator.
- Dual Credit Coordinator.
- McKinney Vento liaison.
- Coordination and implementation of CTE Courses.
- Created campus Master schedule (teacher schedules, lunch periods, specials etc.).
Elementary Counselor
Sonora ISD
Sonora, TX
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Executed formal assessments and screeners for behavior and academic intervention strategies, facilitating targeted support for student success.
- Social Emotional Learning instruction.
- Special Education/504 Coordinator.
- STAAR Testing Coordinator.
- Created class rosters and schedules for students in grades K-6.
- Created teacher schedules for grades K-6.
Teacher
Sonora ISD
Sonora, TX
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Classroom teacher for Kindergarten.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards and student needs.
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to facilitate active learning.
- Collaborated with Kindergarten team to enhance curriculum and teaching practices.
Special Education/504 Coordinator for the High School
Crockett County CCSD
Ozona, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Implemented IEPs and other accommodations for students in grades 9-12.
- Coordinated ARD meetings.
- Ensured that the district is in compliance with Local and State policies.
- Implemented formal assessments and screeners for behavior and academic intervention strategies.
Special Education/504 Coordinator for the Elementary
Irion County ISD
Mertzon, TX
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Implemented IEP's and other accommodations for students in grades 9-12.
- Scheduled and coordinated ARD meetings.
- Ensured that the district was in compliance with Local and State policies.
- Implemented formal assessments and screeners for behavior and academic intervention strategies.
Third ELAR/SS Grade Teacher
San Angelo ISD
San Angelo, TX
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Classroom teacher for Third Grade.
1st Grade Teacher
Fort Stockton ISD
Fort Stockton, TX
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Classroom teacher for First Grade.
Education
Master of Education -
Angelo State University
12-2015
Bachelor of Arts -
Sul Ross State University
05-2010
Skills
- Academic planning
- Individualized Education Program
- Social emotional learning
- Career counseling
- Data analysis
- Student advocacy
Certification
- Principal EC-12
- School Counselor EC-12
- Special Education EC-12
- Generalist EC-6
- ELAR 8-12
- ESL Supplemental EC-12
References
- Rasit Koc, Engineering Department Chair, Angelo State University, (325) 486-5501
- Stephanie Solis, Director of Engineering Student Success Services, Angelo State University, (915) 867-7420
- Estella Guzman, School Counselor, TLCA, (325) 227-7061
- Chriselda Gonzales, School Counselor, TLCA, (325) 227-7061
Philosophy
I believe in creating a safe environment that fosters respect for all regardless of physical, ethnic, cultural, and economic differences. My belief is that all students should be empowered to make their own decisions with the guidance and encouragement of an expert in order to help students achieve autonomy, completion of goals and programs of study. Collaboration with colleagues and being a perpetual learner is key and ensures progress toward any entity's goals.
Timeline
High School Counselor
San Angelo Independent School District
09.2025 - Current
Engineering Academic Advisor & Coach
Angelo State University
01.2025 - Current
Candidate Teacher Field Supervisor
Angelo State University
09.2023 - Current
High School Counselor
TLCA
09.2021 - 09.2023
Elementary Counselor
Sonora ISD
07.2018 - 07.2021
Teacher
Sonora ISD
08.2017 - 07.2018
Special Education/504 Coordinator for the High School
Crockett County CCSD
08.2016 - 05.2017
Special Education/504 Coordinator for the Elementary
Irion County ISD
08.2014 - 05.2017
Third ELAR/SS Grade Teacher
San Angelo ISD
08.2013 - 05.2014
1st Grade Teacher
Fort Stockton ISD
08.2010 - 05.2013
Master of Education -
Angelo State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Sul Ross State University