CLINTA SHARMAIN STANISLAUS
Granada Hills,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator and school counseling intern with over 16 years of supporting diverse student populations. Skilled in individual support, group facilitation, crisis intervention, and developing counseling plans that promote academic and emotional growth. Collaborates effectively with staff and families to foster inclusive, student-centered environments focused on success and well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor - Intern
Cleveland High School
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Assist students in understanding A-G course requirements for high school graduation and college eligibility.
- Provide guidance to students on the differences between CADAA (California Dream Act Application) and FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- Support the registration and issuance of student work permits, ensuring compliance with labor laws and school policies.
- Monitor and assist with I-READY assessments and other state-mandated standardized exams (e.g., CAASPP, ELPAC).
- Collaborate with academic counselors and teachers to track student progress toward meeting graduation and college admission requirements.
- Participate in the planning and delivery of college readiness workshops and financial aid presentations for seniors and their families.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with college applications, personal insight questions, and career exploration.
- Assist with transcript reviews to ensure students are on track with credits and A-G eligibility.
- Help coordinate and support college and career fairs, guest speaker events, and on-campus college rep visits.
- Participate in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and 504 Plan meetings as needed, to support student success.
- Support students with social-emotional check-ins, referrals to mental health resources, and coping strategies under supervision.
- Maintain accurate student records and assist in data collection for counseling reports and program evaluations.
- Attend and participate in professional development, counselor team meetings, and student support meetings.
- Observe and shadow credentialed school counselors in providing academic, college, career, and personal/social counseling services.
- Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in alignment with ASCA and school district guidelines.
School Counselor Intern
Porter Ranch Community Middle School
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Facilitate and support conflict resolution/no-contact meetings between students experiencing peer issues to promote a safe and respectful learning environment.
- Provide social-emotional support to students dealing with personal, peer, or school-related challenges under supervision.
- Conduct or assist in small group counseling sessions focused on academic progress, attendance concerns, self-regulation, and peer relationships.
- Collaborate with the attendance team to identify and support students with chronic absenteeism or truancy through intervention strategies.
- Support classroom guidance lessons on topics such as bullying prevention, emotional regulation, growth mindset, and study skills.
- Monitor and support students with behavioral challenges by helping implement and track behavioral interventions (e.g., check-in/check-out systems).
San Fernando High School
Special Education Assistant
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Tailored support to special needs students, including with autism, down syndrome, and various physical/mental disabilities.
- Helped develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to address each student's specific needs.
- Assisted lead teachers in preparing and implementing daily lesson plans, ensuring structured and engaging learning environment.
- Monitored and documented the developmental progress of children, providing regular updates to teachers and parents.
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques to promote a respectful and cooperative classroom atmosphere.
- Developed and facilitated creative learning activities that engaged children and encouraged exploration and curiosity.
Shirley Elementary School
Special Education Paraprofessional
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Tailored support to special needs students, including with autism, down syndrome, and various physical/mental disabilities.
- Helped develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to address each student's specific needs.
- Assisted lead teachers in preparing and implementing daily lesson plans, ensuring structured and engaging learning environment.
- Monitored and documented the developmental progress of children, providing regular updates to teachers and parents.
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques to promote a respectful and cooperative classroom atmosphere.
- Developed and facilitated creative learning activities that engaged children and encouraged exploration and curiosity.
Sunny Brae Elementary State Preschool
Early Education Center Aide
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted lead teachers in preparing and implementing daily lesson plans, ensuring structured and engaging learning environment.
- Monitored and documented the developmental progress of children, providing regular updates to teachers and parents.
- Provided one-on-one support to children needing additional help, ensuring they received the attention necessary to thrive.
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques to promote a respectful and cooperative classroom atmosphere.
Stonehurst Elementary State Preschool
Early Education Center Aide
09.2014 - 08.2019
- Observed and recorded the developmental milestones of children, providing detailed reports to teachers and parents.
- Provided individualized attention to children needing extra help, ensuring they were included and supported in all activities.
- Adapted activities to suit the diverse needs and learning styles of each child, promoting an inclusive environment.
Royal Montessori
Pre-School Teacher
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Led planning and implementation of Pre-K curriculum, ensuring alignment with educational standards and assessments.
- Designed engaging lesson plans and prepared homework assignments that fostered cognitive and emotional development.
- Developed activities that promoted physical, emotional, and intellectual growth, aligning with program learning goals.
Education
Master of Arts - School Counseling & PPSC, CWA
University of Massachusetts Global
Irvine, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts with Honors - Child & Adolescent Development
California State University
Northridge, CA05.2023
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Los Angeles Mission College
Los Angeles, CA06.2020
Skills
- Student Assessment
- Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Behavioral Observation
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Progress Monitoring
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Report Writing
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Special Needs Support
- Academic Support
- Emotional Support
- Record Keeping
- Resource Coordination
- Behavioral Reinforcement Techniques
- Technical Skills: HTML, CSS, Adobe, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Substitute Aide | Granada Elementary State Preschool – Granada Hills, CA
- Volunteer Teacher Assistant | LAUSD Early Education Center – Pacoima, CA
- Enrichment/Assistant Teacher | Westwood Hills Preschool – Los Angeles, CA
- Teacher Assistant | Our Savior's First Lutheran Preschool – Granada Hills, CA
Timeline
School Counselor - Intern
Cleveland High School
01.2025 - 09.2025
School Counselor Intern
Porter Ranch Community Middle School
01.2025 - 07.2025
San Fernando High School
Special Education Assistant
01.2023 - 12.2024
Shirley Elementary School
Special Education Paraprofessional
10.2022 - 12.2022
Sunny Brae Elementary State Preschool
Early Education Center Aide
08.2019 - 08.2019
Stonehurst Elementary State Preschool
Early Education Center Aide
09.2014 - 08.2019
Royal Montessori
Pre-School Teacher
01.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts with Honors - Child & Adolescent Development
California State University
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Los Angeles Mission College
Master of Arts - School Counseling & PPSC, CWA
University of Massachusetts Global
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