Experienced high school counselor prepared for impactful roles in student guidance and support. Skills include best practices in student counseling, educational planning, and college / career preparedness. Very reliable and adaptable to changing needs, fostering positive student outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
High School / College Counselor
Business & Entrepreneurship Virtual Academy Los Angeles Unified
01.2002 - 01.2025
Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
Hosted parent meetings to review educational requirements, school information and other student offerings.
Coordinated standardized testing and College Board testing within the school, ensuring accurate administration while minimizing test anxiety among students.
Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
Monitored students progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
Maintained detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
Assisted in college and career planning by conducting informational sessions and providing resources to students and families.
Assisted students with admissions applications, scholarships resources to fund education at state, private and vocational schools.
Middle School Counselor
Richard Henry Dana Middle School Los Angeles Unified
08.2005 - 06.2021
Provided crisis intervention services during emergency situations, ensuring immediate support was available for affected individuals.
Assisted with the development of school policies that fostered a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents for the development of individualized student support plans.
Maintained detailed records of all counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
Provided Positive Behavior Intervention Support
Middle School Counselor
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School Los Angeles Unified
01.2002 - 06.2005
Promoted positive behavior among students through the implementation of School-wide behavior management strategies.
Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents for the development of individualized student support plans
Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities and provided resources.
Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and help students reach their potential.
Maintained detailed records of counseling interactions to ensure continuity of care for each student over time.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling / Pupil Personnel Credential
National University
La Jolla, CA
06-2002
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Vanguard University
Costa Mesa, CA
06-1999
No Degree - College Counseling Certificate
University California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
04-2024
Skills
Student, parent teacher collaboration and communication
Mental health awareness and crisis intervention
Individual and group counseling
Behavioral assessment & at risk student support
Records maintenance and academic advising
Special education support and Individualized education plans
Student testing CAASP, College Board
Career guidance & Virtual Career fairs
College application & admissions assistance
College planning & Scholarship research
Problem-solving and active listening
Time management and multitasking abilities
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Reliable, teamwork and effective communication
Proficient with Google, MISIS, MyData, Schoology, IXL, Naviance, Flexpoint, Edgenuity and APEX Skills in MS Office
Timeline
Middle School Counselor
Richard Henry Dana Middle School Los Angeles Unified
08.2005 - 06.2021
High School / College Counselor
Business & Entrepreneurship Virtual Academy Los Angeles Unified
01.2002 - 01.2025
Middle School Counselor
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle School Los Angeles Unified
01.2002 - 06.2005
Master of Arts - School Counseling / Pupil Personnel Credential