Luz Muniz
Mission,TX
Summary
Driven School Counselor and General Education Teacher at La Joya ISD, adept in individual counseling and Google Classroom, enhancing student well-being and academic success. Excelled in crisis intervention and fostering teamwork, significantly contributing to a supportive educational environment. Leveraged skills in mediation and special education support, promoting positive outcomes and mental health awareness.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
La Joya ISD
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust, and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Coordinated efforts with community organizations to provide additional resources for students facing various challenges.
- Maintained a high level of professional development through continuous education, conference attendance, and participation in professional organizations related to school counseling.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
General Education Teacher
La Joya ISD
08.2012 - Current
- Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Continually sought professional development opportunities to stay current in educational trends and research, ensuring delivery of high-quality instruction for all students.
- Monitored each student's progress and revamped strategies to maximize success.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement and supporting student success beyond the classroom setting.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
Education
Masters - Guidance And Counseling
UTRGV
Edinburg, TX05.2009
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Mediation and crisis intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Crisis Intervention
- Solutions-focused
- Group Counseling
- Career guidance
- Special Education Support
- Career Event Planning
- Google Classroom
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Anger Management, Anderson & Anderson 2011
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Education Teacher
La Joya ISD
08.2012 - Current
School Counselor
La Joya ISD
Masters - Guidance And Counseling
UTRGV
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