Melissa De La Rosa
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Experienced School Counselor with 5+ years of experience providing counseling, support and guidance to elementary and middle school students. Looking to obtain a position utilizing my skills and knowledge of a comprehensive guidance plan to best serve the needs of students, parents, teachers and staff.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
San Marcos Unified School District
San Marcos, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Teaching small group reading intervention (Grades K-4th)
- ELPAC Certified for Grades K-5. Administration of ELPAC test to students.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Roseville City School District
Roseville, CA
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided instruction to students in the absence of a full-time teacher.
- Monitored student behavior and maintained a safe learning environment.
Supplemental Counselor (.6FTE)
Buckeye Union School District
El Dorado Hills , CA
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Provided counseling services to 7th grade students identified as at-risk of not passing the California High School Exit Exam,as outlines in AB1802.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions that focused on teaching study skills, time management, motivational factors, and goal setting. Student progress tracked and followed throughout the school year.
- Coordinated parent meetings to encourage home-school communication and support. Parent meetings included Student Study Teams, Invention Plan Meeting, and AB1802 Meetings.
Elementary School Counselor
Pajaro Valley Prevention & Student Assitance
Watsonville, CA
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive & developmental elementary school guidance and counseling program.
- Provided counseling and support services to students (K-5th) through assessment, individual and group counseling and crisis intervention.
- Communication and consultation with school staff, parents and outside resources to address students emotional and behavioral needs.
- Teaching classroom intervention lessons to various school sites in the district. Classroom presentations included Second Step, Stop-Think-Choose, Conflict Resolution, Bully Prevention and Social/Friendships Skills.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and necessary forms for the Ayuda Grant funding in a timely, professional manner.
Middle School Counselor
Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District
Rohnert Park, CA
08.2003 - 06.2004
- Provided direct services and support to students (6th-8th grade), which includes counseling in regards to academic, social and emotional needs.
- Coordination and facilitation of meetings relevant to student progress: 504 Plans, Promotion/Retention Plans, Student Study Teams, and E.L. Learners Meetings.
- Intake of new students, including schedule preparation, campus orientation, and follow up regarding student progress and transition.
- Creating, Implementing, and Monitoring the Master Schedule.
- Collaboration with parents, teachers, administration and all other support & intervention services related to students' academic/emotional needs.
Elementary Intervention Counselor
Santa Rosa City Schools District
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2000 - 05.2003
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive & developmental elementary school guidance and counseling program.
- Provided individual and group counseling to students with emotional and behavioral needs that impede academic growth/focus. Groups focused on: Anger Management, Friendship/Social Skills, Divorce/Changing family dynamics, Impulse Control and Study Skills.
- Teaching Classroom Guidance Lessons: Classroom Meetings, Second Step, Career Exploration and Conflict Resolution.
- Implementation of a school-wide conflict management program. Including training a team of 5th grade conflict managers that would help younger students solve school problems on the playground.
- Leading and facilitating a series of Parents Educations Nights-How to Help your Child Succeed in School.
- Collaboration and consultation with teachers , administrators, teacher and parents to encourage student success.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling, PPS
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Family Studies
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-1997
Skills
- Student Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Guidance Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Program Development
Timeline
Instructional Aide
San Marcos Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Roseville City School District
01.2018 - 02.2020
Supplemental Counselor (.6FTE)
Buckeye Union School District
08.2005 - 06.2006
Elementary School Counselor
Pajaro Valley Prevention & Student Assitance
08.2005 - 06.2006
Middle School Counselor
Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District
08.2003 - 06.2004
Elementary Intervention Counselor
Santa Rosa City Schools District
08.2000 - 05.2003
Master of Arts - Counseling, PPS
Sonoma State University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Family Studies
University of Arizona
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