Melissa Alonso
Northridge,CA
Summary
Education professional with experience providing holistic advisement, academic guidance, and social-emotional support to students. Collaborates with families, educators, and community resources to promote student well-being and educational success.
Skills
Student Counseling| Social-Emotional Learning | PBIS | Common Core Standards Alignment | Cultural Competence | Fluent in Spanish | Lesson Planning
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
TWS Education
Los Angeles
04.2026 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons tailored to diverse learning styles and classroom environments.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to develop and implement lesson plans for varied subjects.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet individual student needs, enhancing overall understanding.
Math Tutor
Tutor Me Education - Sepulveda Middle School
North Hills, CA
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Facilitated group tutoring sessions to enhance collaborative learning and problem-solving skills among students.
- Utilized educational technology tools to create interactive learning experiences and track student progress.
- Collaborated with teachers to provide targeted support, implement best practices, and align instruction with Common Core standards to improve student outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for each student, tailored to their individual needs.
- Utilized diverse teaching strategies and resources to help students better understand math concepts.
School Counseling Intern -
Granada Hills Charter High School
Granada Hills
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided holistic academic, college, and career counseling supporting students’ academic, emotional, and personal development.
- Designed and led college readiness and academic planning workshops for 30+ students.
- Served as a mentor, collaborating with families (including bilingual parents), school staff, community agencies, and social services.
- Monitored academic progress, conducted check-ins, and used data-driven interventions to support student needs.
- Maintained confidential counseling records for 200+ students using student information systems in compliance with school policies.
- Trained and mentored new interns to lead social-emotional learning workshops.
- Covered social services responsibilities during staff absences to ensure continuity of student and family support.
- Implemented Tier 1, 2, and 3 supports to address students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
School Counselor Intern -
Fenton Primary Center Charter School
Pacoima
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided targeted social-emotional and behavioral support, including goal-setting, check-ins, and progress monitoring.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, and community partners to connect students with social services and mental health supports.
- Supported students and families through bilingual communication (Spanish) to ensure understanding of school expectations and available resources.
- Developed informational materials such as pamphlets, newsletters, and flyers to support student learning and engagement.
- Collaborated with community organizations, including local homeless shelters, to provide counseling and social-emotional support for students in need.
- Conducted risk assessments and provided responsive services to address students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs.
Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles School District - Wilbur Charter
Los Angeles
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided small-group and differentiated instruction, collaborated with teachers, and supported students with IEPs/504 plans to promote academic and behavioral growth.
Program Leader -
Think Together, Inc
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinated after-school programs and activities, mentoring students to promote well-being, leadership, and personal growth.
Spanish Interpreter -
Language Line Solutions
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Interpreted sensitive Spanish-language information, maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and culturally sensitive communication to build trust with diverse clients.
Student Support & Teaching Experience -
U.S. and International Educational Settings
Mexico
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with faculty to support retention, advocacy, and coordinated services, assisted with orientation, and provided guidance, goal-setting, and decision-making for higher education students.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
National University
La Jolla, CA1 2026
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA5 2019
Licenses & Certifications
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential – School Counseling
- Child Welfare & Attendance
- Praxis Examination (5422)
- Certificate of Clearance
- Substitute Teacher Permit
- Certificate of Completion - Child Abuse and Neglect Mandated Reporter Training, California Department of Social Services
Volunteer Experience
- Hope Gardens Organization
Child Welfare & Attendance - Counseling Intern
04/2025 - 07/2025
- Granada Hills Charter High School
College Fair Volunteer - Bilingual Counseling Intern
03/2025 - 08/2025
- Noble Avenue Elementary
Teacher's Assistant
Aug 2015 - Mar 2016
- Rosa Parks Elementary School
Teacher's Assistant
Aug 2014 - Jun 2015
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
TWS Education
04.2026 - Current
Math Tutor
Tutor Me Education - Sepulveda Middle School
02.2026 - 05.2026
School Counselor Intern -
Fenton Primary Center Charter School
04.2025 - 07.2025
School Counseling Intern -
Granada Hills Charter High School
03.2025 - 09.2025
Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles School District - Wilbur Charter
10.2023 - 08.2024
Program Leader -
Think Together, Inc
11.2022 - 07.2023
Spanish Interpreter -
Language Line Solutions
08.2022 - 11.2022
Student Support & Teaching Experience -
U.S. and International Educational Settings
01.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Northridge
Master of Science - Educational Counseling
National University