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Mirella Bruno

Addison,US

Summary

Compassionate Elementary School Counseling Intern with experience in child psychology, behavioral intervention strategies, and academic support. Strengths include strong communication skills, ability to connect with students of diverse backgrounds, and create safe spaces for open communication. Proven success in implementing comprehensive counseling programs tailored to school community needs. Demonstrated impact on student confidence, social development, and academic performance through empathetic and solution-focused approach.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SCHOOL COUNSELING INTERN

Hibbard Elementary School
Chicago, US
08.2024 - Current
  • Assists in individual and small-group counseling sessions to address students' developmental, academic, and behavioral needs, focusing on topics such as friendship skills, emotional regulation, and self-confidence.
  • Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents to develop and implement personalized support plans tailored to meet the needs of young learners.
  • Designs and facilitates classroom guidance lessons on topics such as conflict resolution, kindness, empathy, and bullying prevention, to help students build social-emotional skills.
  • Conducts observational assessments in classrooms and playgrounds to identify students' behavioral and social challenges, and provides actionable recommendations.
  • Supports students in developing problem-solving and coping strategies through creative and interactive methods, such as role-playing, storytelling, and art-based activities.
  • Participates in school-wide initiatives and events, including assemblies, family engagement nights, and recognition programs, to foster a positive school community.
  • Maintains detailed and confidential records of counseling sessions, progress notes, and interventions in alignment with ethical guidelines and school policies.
  • Assists in crisis intervention situations by providing immediate support to students and coordinating with school staff and external resources as needed.
  • Contributes to the creation of resource materials for teachers and parents, including tip sheets, newsletters, and workshop content, to address common developmental concerns.

SERVER

Avanti Café
Mount Prospect, US
09.2016 - Current
  • Greet customers entering establishments to ensure a welcoming experience
  • Communicates directly with customers, taking, and organizing orders quickly and efficiently
  • Maintain clean and orderly checkout areas and complete other general cleaning duties
  • Address any issues or concerns with customers in a calm and intelligent manner
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct
  • Supervise others and provide on-the-job training allowing them to gain a better understanding of work tasks
  • Bag, box, wrap, or gift-wrap merchandise, and prepare packages for shipment

BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONIST

Cortica
Westchester, US
04.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided 1:1 ABA services in home and clinic to children with Autism and other related conditions
  • Helped reduce the frequency, duration, and intensity of maladaptive behaviors by implementing the child's individualized behavior intervention plan.
  • Collected data, graphs, and records other children's reports for ongoing behavior intervention service planning.
  • Demonstrated creativity when implementing programs to ensure clients are learning in a fun, effective environment.

TUTOR

Chicago Hopes For Kids
Chicago, US
01.2022 - 06.2024
  • Focuses on building student academic confidence
  • Provide help with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, and other tasks
  • Demonstrates a high level of understanding and communication when discussing relevant social issues
  • Offer a safe space for students to speak freely

Education

MED - SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COUNSELING

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2025

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY, MINOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • ABA therapy
  • CPR
  • Solutions-focused
  • Coping strategies
  • Mental health assessments
  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis software
  • Data collection
  • Classroom management
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Special education support
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • Professional Educator License (PEL), School Counselor, prekindergarten through grade 12
  • Illinois License Professional Counselor (LPC)

Membership Affiliation

  • American School Counseling Association (ASCA)
  • Illinois School Counseling Association (ISCA)

Timeline

SCHOOL COUNSELING INTERN

Hibbard Elementary School
08.2024 - Current

BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONIST

Cortica
04.2023 - 08.2024

TUTOR

Chicago Hopes For Kids
01.2022 - 06.2024

SERVER

Avanti Café
09.2016 - Current

MED - SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY COUNSELING

Loyola University Chicago

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY, MINOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Loyola University Chicago

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